Hot stews and casseroles, pies, lots of gravy, boozy hot drinks, and… dark winter beers. When the weather turns, so does our appetite. Summer’s crisp lagers and refreshing tropical IPAs quietly step aside, and now we’re craving something darker, something with a bit more depth — maltier, smoother, more comforting beers that are made for long cold evenings, low light, and good conversation.…
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Looking Back on 2025
A Big Year of Evolution
Across Fonthill Collective
As the year winds down and we settle by the fire with a pint of dark beer or a mug of mulled wine, it feels like a good moment to pause, take a sip, and look back on what’s been a pretty big year across our little corner of Tunbridge Wells.…
Beer Glass Types and Uses
Complete Guide
It may seem surprising, but beer glass types can change how long your beer stays cool, how much aroma you can smell, and even how fizzy your pint feels.
If you like your beer as much we do ours, then you’ll agree there’s something special about that sip of a perfectly poured pint — the combination of the cool condensation on the glass, the foamy head, the aroma of hops and malt and that burst of flavour as soon as the beer hits your tongue. …
What’s On in Tunbridge Wells: Autumn 2025
Local Events, Roasts & Fresh-Hopped Beer
Autumn’s here, the air is crisp, and if you’re looking at what’s on in Tunbridge Wells this season, we’ve got you covered.
Our guide to local events includes lots of seasonal fun, from artisan markets and live music to pumpkin patches.…
The Magic of Christmas in Tunbridge Wells
2025 Festive Guide to Markets, Events, Activities and More!
It’s the time of year when we get to say “it’s that time of year again!”
The charming Georgian streets of Tunbridge Wells are soon to come alive with twinkling lights, with the warm and inviting aromas of mulled wine and gingerbread cookies perfuming the air… Christmas is coming to Tunbridge Wells, and with it comes a world of magic and enchantment!…
Celebrating Oktoberfest Beer in the UK
Best Oktoberfest Beers and Events in 2025
Celebrate the season with the best Oktoberfest beer in the UK for 2025!
Picture capturing golden autumnal sunshine in a mug of beer topped with overflowing frothy foam. The steady thump and rhythm of an Oompah band, sausages, pretzels, and blue chequered flags – it’s time for Oktoberfest 2025!…
Host Your Christmas Party in Tunbridge Wells
at The Fonthill Taproom
Cosy Christmas Party Venue
Fonthill Taproom is a private, atmospheric venue that’s just perfect for hosting a small Christmas party in Tunbridge Wells!
With rustic wooden beams, cosy seating, and twinkling fairy lights that add more than a sprinkle of Christmas magic, it’s the perfect backdrop for a festive celebration.…
Cask vs Keg: What’s the Difference?
Cask vs Keg beer… what’s the difference? They’re both beer. They’re both served in pubs. So aren’t they both just beer in barrels?
Not quite. Cask ale and keg beer may look similar behind the bar, but the way they’re brewed, stored, and served is different, and those differences make subtle (sometimes significant!)…
Birthday Party Venue in Tunbridge Wells
Celebrate at The Fonthill Taproom
Private, central, and full of character
Looking for the perfect venue to host a birthday party in Tunbridge Wells? Searching for something a little more special than a dusty function room or awkward “private area” that isn’t actually private?…
Function Room in Tunbridge Wells
Celebrate Something Worth Remembering at Fonthill Taproom
If you’re on the hunt for a cosy, charming function room in Tunbridge Wells, you’ve just found it.
Based on Mount Ephraim, Fonthill Taproom is a that hosts up to 50 people.…
Fonthill Brewery’s Best Beers
Meet the Line-Up
There’s nothing wrong with stocking great beer from far and wide, which is why we still do it! But there is something special about brewing our own beer, just metres from the bar.
“We get to share something truly local with everyone who walks through our doors.”
…The Best Pub Gardens in Tunbridge Wells
Perfect spots for drinking and dining in the sun
The sun’s out folks! Get ready for pints in the sunshine and fruity glasses of Aperol Spritz and Pimm’s. We’ve got leafy hideaways, buzzing patios, and dog-friendly spots in our roundup of the best pub gardens in Tunbridge Wells.…