Three cheers as Glassford Beer and Gin Festival returns

Lanarkshire locals are set to raise a glass as Glassford Beer and Gin Festival returns after a year hiatus.The village bordering the market town of Strathaven will come to a standstill with 900 revellers expected to descend on the popular event on Saturday March 23.Brewers and independent brands from across Scotland will flock to Avondale for the big day, with music and taste-testing events from a number of local beers, gin and rum suppliers, select drams and food on offer.

Glassford Community Group will also be running a wines and spirits bar.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The community event sees the closure of Jackson Street, with the party atmosphere spilling out into a huge marquee that lines the length of the street as revellers dance the day away to a host of live musicians, bands and local radio station, Avondale Radio, who will be broadcasting live from the village hall throughout the afternoon and into the evening.The marquee stage will be hosted by former Real Radio DJ Steve McKenna and the fest's ever popular silent disco will also be making a comeback.Les Hoggan, secretary of Glassford Community Group, who have helped bring the annual highlight together, are thrilled to be bringing the community event back to town.He said: "The beer and gin festival has always been a popular event