The Ventnor Brewery
Across from the mainland, on the southern coast of the Isle of Wight, natural spring water gushes from St. Boniface Down. According to the information at, Facts About Ventnor Brewery, St. Boniface spring water is part of what gives the beer brewed in the Ventnor Brewery, its distinctive taste. Here is a collection of information about this flourishing brewery, its history, and the unique beers that are created there.
A ferryboat carries visitors from the mainland, across the Solent to the Isle of Wight, home of Ventnor Brewery. Though Ventnor Brewery has been run by a pair of brothers since 2001, beer has been brewed on that land since 1840. The brewery's history has been a tumultuous one. After suffering damage during the second World War, it was rebuilt and for years passed through many owners hands. According to the description found at, History of Ventnor Brewery the brewery experienced another rebirth in 1995 when a group purchased it and refurbished its buildings. Today, current brewers Xavier and Airon Baker, are creating award winning beers and ales at the Ventnor Brewery that are famous throughout the country. They are passionate about beer making and their customers appreciate it. For some impressions of the unique types of beer and how a glass of beer can complement a meal, visit, Enjoying Beer with a Meal.
Whatever your taste preferences, chances are there is a beer brewed at the Ventnor Brewery that will appeal to you. Travel to this helpful website, Types of Beer at Ventnor Brewery and you'll find a list of Ventnor Brewery beers that includes a description of each. Among the beers on this list is the award winning Golden Bitter, recommended as summer refreshment. The next inventive ale is Sandrock Smoked Ale. This drink is described as a great addition to a meal of fine foods. Oyster Stout is another type of beer created at Ventnor Brewery. Real oysters are blended into the brew to produce a one-of-a-kind taste. For a review of Oyster Stout and other Ventnor Brewery creations go to, Reviews of Ventnor Beer. Now, if you pick up a beer called Wight Spirit at Ventnor Brewery, you may experience a shiver or two along with the feeling of refreshment. That's because there is ghost story behind the beer that is aptly named Wight Spirit. People have reported seeing an unknown man, dressed in clothes belonging to a bygone era, in an upper window of the Ventnor Brewery. Also, some have said they've heard his whistle echo through the rooms there. Many theories have been put forth on who this wandering spirit is, but no one is sure. For more on the mysterious figure who walks the floors of the Ventnor Brewery go to, Ghost Story of Ventnor Brewery
Here are some additional sites to visit to learn more about Ventnor Brewery:
A Selection of Ventnor Beer
Products of the Ventnor Brewery
Information on Ventnor Brewery
Try Wight Spirit at Ventnor Brewery
No trip to the beautiful Isle of Wight is complete without a sampling of
the inventive selection that the Ventnor Brewery has to offer.
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