Two more brewers, Oakham Ales and Lancaster Brewery, have joined Cask Marque as corporate members.

Matt Jackson, managing director of Lancaster Brewery, said: “We’re not a micro brewery any more. We have grown over the last few years and with this growth we want to ensure Lancaster beers are served in the best possible condition. Cask Marque helps us to track the quality of our beers out in trade, in addition to us supporting loyal stockists with the Cask Marque accreditation”

Adrian Posnett of Oakham Ales said: “Oakham Brewery is joining Cask Marque at this key stage of our development to further reinforce to the trade Oakham’s commitment to being a quality led brewer. Quality and consistency are by-words at Oakham and joining Cask Marque further reinforces that message to all our customers including members of our Oakademy of Excellence.”

Cask Marque director Paul Nunny said: “Working with Cask Marque will deliver both companies commercial benefits. It will secure more permanent stockists for their beers and champion pubs who serve great beer.”