Coopers' Cask Race: One Of The City's Newest Tradition Returns In July

Keep rollin', rollin', rollin', rollin'... Image: Laura Miller

You've heard of Taskmaster — now here's Caskmaster.

On Saturday 4 July, teams will get rollin', rollin', rollin', rollin' as they compete in the annual Coopers' Cask Race in Guildhall Square.

Hosted by the Worshipful Company of Coopers, you'd be forgiven for thinking this was some ancient tradition stretching back centuries. In fact, the Coopers' Cask Race has only been going since 2021 — and it takes its inspiration from the States.

All 32 team spots have been snapped up for 2026. Image: Laura Miller