The Grainstore Oakham Cider & Sausage Festival is in full swing, offering a delightful bank holiday weekend experience for locals and visitors alike. Running until Monday, May 26, 2025, the festival at Grainstore Brewery, Station Approach, Oakham, LE15 6RE, is a celebration of local produce, fantastic live music, and good times.
Each evening, from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM, attendees can immerse themselves in a vibrant atmosphere. The heart of the festival lies in its impressive selection of over 40 real ciders and perries, showcasing the diversity and quality of traditional cider-making. Complementing the beverages are delicious Grasmere sausages, perfect for a satisfying bite.
Beyond the culinary delights, the festival boasts a fantastic line-up of local bands. While the festival runs until Monday, Sunday's schedule promises an exciting afternoon and evening of music. Carter & Hartmann, an acoustic duo known for their great vocals and impressive guitar skills, will kick things off at 1:00 PM. Later in the afternoon, at 4:00 PM, "The Noel Show" will deliver an acoustic tribute to Noel Gallagher, offering a nostalgic journey through his iconic songs. The evening will culminate with Real Monsters at 9:00 PM, a well-known local rock band with global gig experience, who will be performing hits from the 60s to the present day.