The Astor Theatre's Beer Festival will see real ales and live music performances.

Acoustic, folk and and indie musician Joan Coffey will be just one of the performers, taking to the stage on Saturday.

The Irish singer is well-known for her unapologetic approach to music and her powerful voice.

The festival will be held (tomorrow) Friday, August 15, from 6pm till midnight and Saturday from noon till midnight.

There will be real ales curated from award winning Cullercoats Brewery, independent beers from the North of England, plus Kent's finest.