BRIDPORT BREWERY FIELD GUIDE
Inside Palmers: Two Hours in a 1794 Brewhouse on the River Brit
A guided tour of Palmers Brewery in Bridport that traces traditional cask-ale production from raw ingredients to a tasting of the finished beer — essential reading for anyone planning the visit.
Inside Palmers: Two Hours in a 1794 Brewhouse on the River Brit.
Palmers Brewery sits on the banks of the River Brit in Bridport, a working historic brewhouse where cask real ales have been brewed since 1794. The guided tour delivers a close, informed look at a living piece of brewing history — an intimate experience that follows the traditional process from raw ingredients through to samples of the final product.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Nearly three centuries of cask ale
Palmers has brewed real cask ales on this site since 1794; the tour places you inside that unbroken line of local brewing tradition in a compact, historic brewhouse.
From raw ingredients to tasting
The guided visit follows the traditional brewing process in sequence, showing how raw ingredients are handled and culminating in samples of the finished ale.
A riverside brewhouse in Bridport
The brewhouse sits beside the River Brit in west Dorset, lending a distinctive riverside character to a compact industrial site and the visitor experience.
What the day feels like
What the tour feels like
Over approximately two hours you move through a working historic brewhouse, watching the sequence of traditional brewing and ending with a tasting of the finished cask ales; the tour’s compact footprint and steep internal stairs give it an intimate, hands-on rhythm.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this visit suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The guided tour runs for approximately 2 hours.
Very young children should be carried in an appropriate baby carrier; otherwise bring anything you need for a short indoor walk in a working brewhouse. If unsure about access, call Palmers Wine Store in advance for advice.
The historic brewhouse includes a lot of steep steps and is not suitable for guests who cannot climb or descend steps and exit unaided. Dogs are not permitted on site.
Teenagers under 18 are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult and are not permitted to sample alcohol; they will be offered Ginger Beer instead.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Palmers Brewery Tour last?
The guided tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
Can people with mobility problems join the tour?
No — the historic brewhouse has many steep steps and the operator cannot receive people with mobility problems who are unable to exit the brewery unaided.
Are children allowed on the tour and can they taste the beer?
Teenagers under 18 are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult and cannot sample alcohol; they will be offered Ginger Beer. Very young children should be carried in a baby carrier.
Can I bring my dog to the tour?
No — dogs are not permitted on the tour.
What should I do if I'm unsure whether the tour is suitable for me?
If you are unsure about access or suitability, call Palmers Wine Store in advance and they will advise you.