HUNDREDS flocked to a Ramsbottom pub for the start of its bigger and better beer festival.

The Hare and Hounds' beer festival started at the pub on Bolton Road West, Holcombe Brook, last Saturday but will run until Sunday March 23.

Landlord Andy Grant has expanded on last year's festival by upping the number of beers to 92, offering four real ciders and platefuls of traditional Lancashire food.

For details call 01706 822107.