UP to 40 real ales, including beverages from around the globe, will be available at a beer festival which starts in Potters Bar today (Wednesday).

Beer lovers will be able to enjoy a range of ales from the UK, Europe, the US and beyond over the next 19 days at The Admiral Byng.

All drinks will cost �1.85 a pint or, if you’re not sure what to try, then you can sample any three ales in special third of a pint glasses for the same price.

Mel Melia, the manager at the Darkes Lane pub, said: “The festival will give people the opportunity to enjoy a superb selection of beers, many of which have not been served in the pub before.

“It promises to be great fun and I am certain that my customers will enjoy themselves.”

Tasting notes on all of the beers will be available.