Ready, steady, drink! That’s what is in store for revellers at Deal & Betteshanger Rugby Club’s 10th annual beer festival on Saturday.

Last year the popular event saw 400 guests pass through the doors, where they discovered it was more about the quality of the ale rather than the quantity they consumed.

Serge Orlov, rugby club press spokesman, said: “This year we are hoping to break this record.”

It takes place from 1pm with pints of beer and cider costing £2.50. Entry is free. Live music will be provided by Deal entertainers Carey & Rathbone.

For the full story, see the Mercury on Thursday.