There are two things every Bloodstock veteran knows: the riffs are heavy… and eventually you’ll be looking for a cold pint between bands. 🍺🔥
Good news, metalheads—Bloodstock Open Air 2026 has confirmed an impressive drinks line-up, with 18 bars spread across the festival site ready to keep thirsty fans refreshed throughout one of the UK’s biggest celebrations of rock and metal.
Whether you’re celebrating your favourite band’s set, recovering after surviving the pit, or simply enjoying the atmosphere with your mates, there’ll be plenty on offer.
🍺 A Brilliant Selection of Beers & Ciders
Bloodstock has teamed up with some fantastic breweries to make sure there’s something for every taste.
Festival-goers can expect drinks from:
🍺 Molson Coors
🍺 Camerons Brewery
🍺 Oakham Ales
🍺 Thornbridge Brewery
🍺 Titanic Brewery
🍺 Dancing Duck Brewery
🍏 Westons Cider
🍎 Lilley’s Cider
From crisp lagers to proper real ales and fruity ciders, you’ll have no trouble finding your perfect festival drink.
🖤 The Return of the Black Beer Bar
One of the coolest spots at Bloodstock is making its return.
The legendary Black Beer Bar will once again be pouring some seriously dark brews, including the iconic Motörhead “Dance With The Devil” Stout—a fitting tribute to the late, great Lemmy Kilmister.
If you fancy swapping lager for something a little heavier, this is definitely worth a visit.
🤘 Lemmy’s Bar Is Back
No Bloodstock would be complete without a visit to Lemmy’s Bar.
A festival favourite for years, it’ll once again be serving beers, spirits and soft drinks, making it the perfect place to catch your breath before diving back into another day of unforgettable live music.
Raise a glass to one of rock’s greatest legends while you’re there.
🌙 Party Into the Early Hours
Not ready for bed after the headline bands?
Bloodstock has you covered.
The Late Night Bar inside the Sophie Lancaster Tent will stay open until 2am, giving festival-goers another place to relax, socialise and enjoy the atmosphere long after the main stages have fallen silent.
🍷 New for 2026
This year’s festival is making life even easier thanks to the official PREO service.
Fans can now pre-order:
- 🍺 Beer
- 🍎 Cider
- 🍷 Wine
- 🏕️ Camping essentials
Everything can be collected on-site, meaning less time carrying supplies and more time enjoying the festival.
The Midgard Campsite Bar will also act as a collection point for pre-ordered drinks.
☕ It’s Not Just About Beer
If alcohol isn’t your thing—or you simply need a break between pints—you’ll also find:
☕ Coffee
🍫 Hot chocolate
🥤 Soft drinks
⚡ Energy drinks
Plus, there are free water refill stations located across the festival site, so don’t forget to stay hydrated while spending long days in the summer sun.
🤘 Raise a Glass at Bloodstock!
With an outstanding drinks selection, iconic bars, and even more convenience for 2026, Bloodstock is making sure fans are well looked after from the first riff to the final encore.
Whether you’re sipping a pint of real ale, trying the famous Motörhead stout, or grabbing a late-night drink with friends after an incredible headline set, there’s something for every metalhead waiting at Catton Park.
We’ll certainly be raising a glass with you all this August!
See you in the pit… and probably at the bar afterwards! 🍻🤘
🤘 Stay Loud with The Riff Report
We’ll be bringing you full Bloodstock 2026 coverage, including breaking news, band interviews, live reviews, exclusive photos, campsite features, and everything happening across Catton Park.
Proudly Welsh. Proudly Loud. 🇬🇧🔥🤘
Michael is the founder, editor, and chief riff wrangler behind The Riff Report, an independent Welsh rock and metal publication built by fans, for fans. With a lifelong passion for loud guitars, unforgettable live shows, and the incredible community that surrounds rock and metal, he created The Riff Report to celebrate everything that makes the scene special—from legendary headline acts and grassroots venues to rising bands that deserve to be heard.
A familiar face at festivals across the UK, Michael spends much of the year covering events including Download Festival, Bloodstock Open Air, Steelhouse Festival, Firevolt, Plumpton Revival, and many more. Whether he’s battling the Welsh weather on a mountainside, surviving a weekend in a muddy campsite, or squeezed against the front barrier with thousands of fellow fans, he’s always searching for the next great story to share.
As editor of The Riff Report, Michael writes festival guides, breaking news, album reviews, gig reviews, interviews, opinion pieces, nostalgia features, and behind-the-scenes stories from across the rock and metal world. His writing combines honest opinions, humour, and a genuine love for live music, bringing readers closer to the bands, festivals, venues, and people that keep the scene alive.
Michael is particularly passionate about supporting independent artists, local venues, charities, and the wider UK rock and metal community. He believes every band deserves a chance to be discovered and every festival has a story worth telling. Through The Riff Report, he aims to shine a spotlight on both the biggest names in rock and the future stars waiting to break through.
When he’s not writing or interviewing artists, you’ll probably find him exploring festival campsites, photographing live shows, chatting with fellow fans over a pint, or planning the next road trip in search of more riffs, bigger crowds, and unforgettable moments.
Above all, Michael believes rock and metal are about more than music—they’re about community, friendship, and creating memories that last a lifetime. That’s exactly what The Riff Report exists to celebrate.
Proudly Welsh. Proudly Loud. Always chasing the next great riff. 🤘
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