BRIDESTONES BREWING
The brewery
Bridestones Brewing is based in a converted stable block on a farm in Blackshaw Head on the moors above the South Pennine towns of Hebden Bridge and Todmorden. The brewery takes its name from a nearby bouldering outcrop and local landmark known as 'The Bridestones'. Dan Tasker has been brewing there since 2006 and his beer has won several awards. Dan's wife, Laura, is an artist, and she designed the brewery's logo and labels.
What beers are here?
Bridestones brew five core beers which are available on draft or in bottles. They cover a range of strengths and styles from the popular citrus-flavoured Pennine Gold (4.3%) to the sweet and velvety Dark Mild (4.5%). Indians Head (3.7%) named after another local rock, is a deep gold colour with a tasty malt base. Dan also produces seasonal and special beers to supplement the core range.
Where to try
The brewery tap is The New Delight Inn just a couple of miles away from the brewery in Colden. Pennine Gold is always available as is either Sandstone or Indians Head. Bridestones beers are also available as guest beers in many pubs across the South Pennines. Bottled ales are available from Oasis and Pennine Wine and Cheese in Hebden Bridge.
Did you know?
Legend has it that the Bridestones were used in ancient marriage and hand-fasting ceremonies. The 'bottleneck' stone, so called because it is shaped like an upturned bottle, is thought to be the bride, while the toppled stone beside it is acknowledged to be the groom.
Bridestones Brewing is based in a converted stable block on a farm in Blackshaw Head on the moors above the South Pennine towns of Hebden Bridge and Todmorden. The brewery takes its name from a nearby bouldering outcrop and local landmark known as 'The Bridestones'. Dan Tasker has been brewing there since 2006 and his beer has won several awards. Dan's wife, Laura, is an artist, and she designed the brewery's logo and labels.
What beers are here?
Bridestones brew five core beers which are available on draft or in bottles. They cover a range of strengths and styles from the popular citrus-flavoured Pennine Gold (4.3%) to the sweet and velvety Dark Mild (4.5%). Indians Head (3.7%) named after another local rock, is a deep gold colour with a tasty malt base. Dan also produces seasonal and special beers to supplement the core range.
Where to try
The brewery tap is The New Delight Inn just a couple of miles away from the brewery in Colden. Pennine Gold is always available as is either Sandstone or Indians Head. Bridestones beers are also available as guest beers in many pubs across the South Pennines. Bottled ales are available from Oasis and Pennine Wine and Cheese in Hebden Bridge.
Did you know?
Legend has it that the Bridestones were used in ancient marriage and hand-fasting ceremonies. The 'bottleneck' stone, so called because it is shaped like an upturned bottle, is thought to be the bride, while the toppled stone beside it is acknowledged to be the groom.
Bridestones barrels at Blackshaw Head.
Contact
Bridestones Brewing
Smithy Farm
Long Causeway
Blackshaw Head
Hebden Bridge
HX7 7JB.
01422 847104
www.bridestonesbrewing.co.uk
t: @bridestonesbeer
Bridestones Brewing
Smithy Farm
Long Causeway
Blackshaw Head
Hebden Bridge
HX7 7JB.
01422 847104
www.bridestonesbrewing.co.uk
t: @bridestonesbeer