Discover the art of wine at Palmers Brewery's guided tasting evenings. Join us for an intimate experience that combines great drinks with lively conversation and local flair.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required
Wildlife
History
Palmers Brewery has been serving the community since 1932, evolving from a small local setup to a well-known regional spot.
Conservation
The brewery supports sustainable practices by sourcing local ingredients and minimizing waste.
Palmers Brewery
Discover the art of wine at Palmers Brewery's guided tasting evenings. Join us for an intimate experience that combines great drinks with lively conversation and local flair.
Palmers Brewery, located in Bridport on the River Brit in Dorset, is a working historic brewhouse established in 1794. The brewery produces cask real ales using traditional methods in a site that retains historic brewing features and cellars. Palmers offers guided Palmers Brewery Tour experiences that lead visitors through the brewing process from raw ingredients to tasting; tours provide a rare glimpse into craft beer production in a small, family-influenced brewery environment.
The business also operates Palmers Wine Store, where small-group Wine tasting evening events introduce six carefully selected wines in an intimate, conversational setting. Each tasting has a different theme to highlight variety and seasonal selections. Palmers Wine Store hosts an Annual Christmas Wine Tasting typically held in November, featuring around 100 festive wines presented in the brewery’s old cellars by importers and producers; ticket sales for that event support charity. All experiences are guided by staff or visiting importers and producers, ensuring knowledgeable commentary and samples. Visitors can see traditional cask management and learn about regional brewing heritage during the brewery tour, and enjoy curated wine selections during tastings. Palmers Brewery’s long history, public tours, and hosted tastings establish it as a reliable destination for beer and wine enthusiasts visiting Bridport. Information about dates, times, and ticketing is available through Palmers Brewery’s public listings and event announcements. Tours and tastings are suitable for adults and make a distinctive local experience for visitors to Dorset, combining living brewing history with approachable wine education and seasonal events.
Established
1794
Operating since 1794
Location
Bridport, England
On the River Brit
Tours Offered
3 Experiences
Guided brewery and wine tastings
Signature Event
Christmas Tasting
Annual November wine tasting
Book a brewery tour or wine tasting in Bridport — limited small-group wine evenings and annual Christmas tasting tickets sell fast.
Arrive early
Get settled and chat with hosts before the tasting begins for a more enriching experience.
Try all wines
Sample each wine to understand their unique profiles and nuances.
Pace yourself
Sip slowly to enjoy the flavors and avoid overindulgence.
Ask questions
Engage with hosts about the wines or the brewing process for deeper insights.
Wine Glass
A proper wine glass enhances aroma and flavor perception during tastings.
Notebook
Perfect for jotting down notes on different wines and your preferences.
Comfortable Shoes
Useful if arriving early or staying for socializing.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated between tasting wines to enjoy the experience fully.