Hundreds of people raised a glass at the 31st Bath Beer Festival at the weekend to sample more than 70 varieties of real ale.

Independent breweries showed off their most popular brews or introduced new varieties.

The event was organised by the Bath and Borders branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA).

The festival was held over two nights at the Pavilion and guests were also entertained by local bands.

CAMRA was showcasing real ales from the local area and the farthest reaches of the country.

A full range of styles such as mild, wheat beer, stout and barley wine was available alongside the more familiar bitters and best bitters.

There was also a wide selection of Belgian, Dutch and German beers and local cider.

James Honey, chairman of the local CAMRA branch said: "The beers were obviously very popular but we also had a lot of demand for cider.

"It was definitely as successful as last year and we had a lot more demand for tickets in advance."

The festival suppliers included Abbey Ales, Bath Ales, and Milk Street Brewery from Frome and Wickwar.