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Racing and rafts, barrel-rolling and bingo. Fireworks, fancy dress and fun for all the family.

Beer Regatta 2025: Sat 9th – Fri 15th August
Regatta Day 2025: Thursday 14th August
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Welcome

Welcome

Welcome

Welcome

Welcome

Welcome

When you see flags and bunting criss-crossing Beer Fore Street in August, it can mean only one thing…Regatta Week is here!

First you’ve heard of it? Click here to learn all about why Beer Regatta is such an unmissable event for the local community and visitors alike.

Live locally? Regatta regular? Scroll down for news, hints and teasers about what to expect this year…

Did you know?

Did you know?

Did you know?

Did you know?

Did you know?

Did you know?

1

Beer Regatta is over 100 years old!  But there’s some debate about whether the first official event took place in 1913 or 1914.

2

You won’t see Beer Luggers anywhere else. The design of these majestic boats is unique to Beer village.

3

Regatta’s about more than racing. Our barrel-rolling, spoofing and zing zong are just a few quirky traditions that might be new to you.

4

It’s a team effort! Beer Regatta relies entirely on committee volunteers, a broad network of supporters, sponsors and donations.

What’s on?

What’s on?

What’s on?

What’s on?

What’s on?

What's On?

Beer Regatta Week 2025 at a Glance

Events for Regatta 2025 can be found below.

Our firework display will be back with a BANG along with family favourites such as barrel rolling and raft building.

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“Beer Regatta is a proper village event – having fun, joining in, making memories! It’s a week packed with smiles, laughter and fantastic activities. It’s a privilege to be involved in Beer Regatta, and I hope you enjoy it as much as we all do!”

Sarah – Local Resident

Summary of events
at Beer Regatta 2025.

Saturday 9th August

  • Treasure hunt & window spotting

  • Coffee morning

  • Angling competition

  • Dinghy regatta & trophy presentation

  • Canoe fun

  • Beer Film Society: ‘Greatest Days’ film screening

  • Live music

Sunday 10th August

  • Sunday Funday

  • Children’s entertainment

  • Inflatables, face painting, BBQ, fun & games, tombola, raffle

  • Coconut shy, beat the goalie, stocks

  • The Big Regatta Quiz

Monday 11th August

  • Scouts sausage sizzle
  • Lugger racing

  • Live music (Regatta Shanty Men)

  • Junior disco

  • Regatta talk

  • Otter Morris Dancers

Tuesday 12th August

  • Children’s entertainment

  • Sausage sizzle

  • Barrel rolling

Wednesday 13th August

  • Scavenger hunt

  • Pavement artist competition

  • Beer Bellies

  • Live music: B-Sides

  • Regatta bingo

  • Spoofing competition

Thursday 14th August - REGATTA DAY!

  • Opening

  • Children’s fancy dress competition & parade

  • Live music (Chanty Network)

  • Lugger & working boats regatta

  • Best decorated land crafts

  • Presentation of cups & grand prize draw

  • Scouts sausage sizzle

  • Tug of war

  • Regatta fireworks

Friday 15th August

  • Pebble painting

  • Coastguard & emergency services

  • Foam fun

  • Regatta cream tea

  • Regatta chance (Regatta week prize draw)

About Beer Village

Instantly recognisable by those fortunate enough to have stumbled across its breathtaking chalk-white cliffs, traditional working pebble beach and tranquil cove, the village of Beer is something of a hidden jewel in the crown of East Devon.

But there’s more to Beer than just beguiling looks.

The village also boasts a vibrant and colourful history that transcends its size – over the years it’s been known for everything; from lace, to stone, and even eighteenth-century smugglers!

Modern-day Beer has everything your heart could desire for a relaxing and memorable stay.  Independent shops, local businesses and tourist attractions are its beating heart – many of which are family run and have been here for generations.

Any Questions?

We’d love to hear your questions or suggestions about Beer Regatta.
You can get in touch by contacting a member of the committee or…

Post a Question on our Facebook Page