by Robin Cowlyn The idea of a bottle share had been discussed in the before times but took on an almost mythic quality during the first lockdown. When Mick from The Free Trade Inn was delivering beer to me when…
Saturday 4th December marks Small Business Saturday, so we’re here with a round-up of ten great Xmas present ideas which all help you to support North East businesses this year. We’re also updating our full #BuyLocal list over the next…
by Andy Marsh from Hydrology – Hops at Home Back in April, I had an idea about brewing a beer for Hops at Home‘s 1st birthday. I knew the brewery I wanted to brew with, the beer style I’d like…
In celebration of Bookshop Day, we’ve once again collaborated with independent bookshop Forum Books in Corbridge (and now in Whitley Bay, too), to bring you their recommended book pairings for some of the North East’s best beers. All beers for…
The Newcastle-based brewery has teamed up with local beer venues for multiple tap takeovers, giving something back to the places affected due to COVID-19 this summer with its North East Revival Tour. Ben Cleary, Owner of Full Circle Brew Co.…
Buy local this Valentine’s Day – whether it’s for your other half, or to celebrate friendship, here’s our round-up of the Top 5 North East goodies to put a smile on someones face! 1. Tasty Treats from The French Quarter…
Stout Day 2020 is upon us, so we’ve compiled a list of ten fantastic local stouts to try, and where to buy them online (although maybe don’t try them all at once!). 1. Durham Brewery – Temptation We’re starting big,…
20 ideas for something to get your dad for Father’s Day this year – all from North East businesses. As you may have noticed, we’re huge advocates of #BuyLocal (check out our directory here for more info). So here’s our…
