Independent craft brewer BrewDog opens its doors in Carlisle today.

The bar - which has capacity for 240 people - will open on Botchergate in a building that was formerly home to an amusement arcade.

And there’s a surprise in store for the first 100 customers through the door at midday.

They will be entered into a raffle to win a year’s supply of the brewer’s flagship peer, Punk IPA.

Marking the Scottish brewer’s first bar opening of 2019, BrewDog’s newest venue brings its network of UK bars to 43 and 67 worldwide as it continues to propel its craft beer revolution with accelerating velocity.

This year, the brewer aims to open no fewer than 19 new bars, taking its total venue count globally to 85.

Boasting 22 draft lines, the newly-opened Carlisle site will pour fan favourites such Punk IPA, Elvis Juice, Hazy Jane and Dead Pony Club, as well as a wide range of bottled beers from around the world to be enjoyed in the bar or to take away.

James Watt, BrewDog’s co-founder , said: “Carlisle has a long history of brewing, and its craft beer scene has been growing steadily in recent years.

“The city has been in our sights for some time and since scouting the perfect location, we’re excited to finally be able to bring a BrewDog bar to the Great Border City.

“We hope this bar helps accelerate the city’s craft beer culture, igniting a new generation of fans seeking bold and exciting beer.”

BrewDog’s LIVE beer, its modern take on cask beer, will also be available for craft beer fans to savour.

Local foodies will welcome the classic BrewDog pizza menu, boasting the classic Hawaii Five-O.