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The Brewing Experience

At The National Brewery Centre

Incorporating The Bass Museum

Discover the History, Art and Fun of Brewing on our guided tours

The museum celebrates the social history of the development of brewing - the real life experiences and stories of the people who helped to build Burton's world-renowned brewing reputation. Experienced guides take visitors through each step of the brewing process and explain the fascinating roles that the steam engines and vintage vehicles on show played in the development of the industry. The William Worthington micro-brewery brings the tour up to the present day ? with the chance to sample some great local ales brewed on site! The National Brewery Centre

  • Heritage Visitor Attraction
  • Daily guided tours
  • Specialist Group Tours
  • Major Special Events programme
  • Superb Corporate and Wedding Venue
  • 'The Brewery Tap' bar and restaurant

New for 2012 - Our Shire Horses are back!

We are delighted to announce that our Shire horses will be on site every day from 1st April to 30th September. Not only can you see them in our stables - but customers will also have the opportunity to enjoy a short dray ride - included in the standard entrance fee

New for 2012 - Monthly Acoustic Music club night

We are pleased to announce the launch of a monthly Acoustic Music club to be run in association with Terry Wood. The club night will be held on the second Friday of each month, from March onwards, in The Worthington Suite. A wide range of acoustic artists will be booked covering Folk, Americana, Blues and Roots genres. An MC and a minimum of two acts per night will entertain you whilst you enjoy a drink from the bar or perhaps a meal served at your table. The theme for the launch night in March will be Irish Folk. Tickets £10 per person. 7.30pm till late. Details of the monthly themes and artists playing will be posted in the Special Events listings on this website

And don't forget - The Best Sunday Lunch Carvery in Town! In The Brewery Tap Restaurant

Our great lunch-time carvery will continue to be on offer every Sunday. Treat your family to a selection of hand-carved local reared meats served with a selection of the finest garden vegetables and beef dripping roast potatoes. For only £6.95 per person - with small plates for the under 12's only £4.50. Special carvery options also available on celebration weekends such as Mother's Day, Father's day and over Easter. See Special events listings for details

Dining in style at the NBC

The Brewery Tap Bar and Restaurant offers a sumptuous gastro-pub style menu, along with a selection of real ales.

New bar snack and restaurant menus have new been introduced.

Click here to see the superb choice now on offer

Guided Tours

Group specialist guided Tours

Specialist group tours of the historic site and museum are now available, led by our knowledgeable experts. From the Silver Tankard Tour through to the Whole Hogshead Tour which includes an eight course meal.

For full details click here To book please call: 01283 532880

Individual guided tours

Individual visitors now have the opportunity to join a guided tour of The Museum and the 'Brewing Experience' every day - at no extra charge. From November to the end of March a guided tour will start at 11am. From April to the end of September as well as the 11am tour, at least one tour will also be offered each afternoon. Additional tours may be added depending on demand.

New Opportunity for individuals to book into our specialist Half Hogshead Tour in 2012

Individuals can now access this tour, normally reserved for group bookings.

From March to November 2012 individuals can book into this tour on the second Saturday of each month, starting at 10.30am. Advance booking essential

Click here for details of the Half hogshead tour. Note that we are in the process of updating this brochure for 2012 and the cost of the Half Hogshead Tour will be £25.

Educational Visits

We offer students of all ages a range of activities that dovetail into the national curriculum.

Find out more...

New Volunteering Opportunities at The National Brewery Centre

Please click here for details

New - a brilliant short break accommodation offer!

2 night stay at the four star rated Mercure Newton Park Hotel, Burton upon Trent. Only £174 including VAT for 2 persons sharing a double or twin room, with breakfast on both days and 3 course dinner on the first night. Entrance to the 'Brewing Experience' at The national Brewery Centre - with guided tour also included. Offer subject to availability and is valid till the end of December 2011. To find out more or book call 0844 815 9018 or visit www.jupiterhotels.co.uk

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2012 Special Events

Entrance to the museum and all the attractions at The National Brewery Centre is included in the day time event prices shown below - except for catered events being held solely in The Brewery Tap bar and restaurant.

Advance booking is recommended for all special events. Call 01283 532 880

January
Friday 27th January. Firkin Comedy Club monthly event.

A top-class evening of comedy in The Worthington Suite. With MC Laura Carr and starring Martin Beaumont, Stephen Carlin, John Gray and Alex Perry. View their blogs at www.comedycv.co.uk Enjoy a drink from the bar or perhaps a meal served at your table. Tickets £10 per person. 7.30pm till late.

February
Tuesday 14th February. Valentine's Day Celebrations

Treat your partner to a special two course Valentine's evening menu in The Brewery Tap restaurant for £14.95 per person - to include chocolates and a rose. Advance booking recommended. Click here to see menu

Saturday 25th February. Scooter Rally

Visitors will be treated to the colourful spectacle of the Burton Brewery scooter club rally. A great atmosphere with loads to see is guaranteed! Adults £7.95. Children £4.95. Family £20. Concession £6.95. 10am-5pm

Friday 24th February. Firkin Comedy Club monthly event

A top-class evening of comedy in The Worthington Suite with MC Gary Colman and starring Alan Francis, Janice Phayre, Stephen Bailey and Richard Wood. View their blogs at www.comedycv.co.uk Enjoy a drink from the bar or perhaps a meal served at your table. Tickets £10 per person. 7.30pm till late.

March
Friday 9th March. New for 2012! Monthly Acoustic music club night

A great evening of acoustic music in The Worthington Suite in association with Terry Wood. This month's theme is Irish Folk starring Derbyshire based 'No fixed Abode' who play original and traditional Irish folk music. No Fixed Abode are fronted by Una Walsh singing in her own lilting Irish accent and Tony Dean supporting on acoustic guitar. Don't miss what is bound to be a truly memorable appearance. See them at http://www.freewebs.com/musicnfa/. Supporting will be Bob Stokes The Irish Busker, playing a wide range of Irish and easy listening songs coupled with jokes and stories. Bob (www.dublinbusker.co.uk), has entertained in many Midlands Irish Bars. Enjoy a drink from the bar or perhaps a meal served at your table. Tickets £10 per person. 7.30pm till late.

Saturday 10th March. New for 2012! Half Hogshead Monthly Guided Tour.

Guided tour of the Brewing Experience incorporating the Bass Collection and the NEW William Worthington's Brewery led by one of our specialist tour guides. Find out why beer is the nation's favourite tipple as we enhance your beer appreciation skills with a full tasting session giving guidance on how beer is made, how best to taste it, and how it can be matched with a variety of food types freshly prepared on site by our expert culinary team. £25.00 per person. 10.30am-1.30pm

Saturday 17th March. St. Patrick's Day Celebrations

Celebrate Ireland's national day with a brilliant ceilidh and themed meal in our marquee - starring the famous Monster Ceilidh Band - check them out at www.monsterceilidhband.co.uk Celtic Hearts will lead you through all the dance steps. £16.95 per person. 7.30pm till late

Sunday 18th March. Mothering Sunday Carvery

Celebrate this very special family occasion with a two course lunch-time meal in the Brewery Tap restaurant or Worthington Suite. Hand- made chocolate gift for Mum included! £9.95 per person

Sunday March 25th Wedding Fair in association with Touch FM. Free Entry

Companies covering all your wedding needs will be exhibiting. 10am - 4pm.

Friday 30th March. Firkin Comedy Club monthly event.

A top-class evening of comedy in The Worthington Suite. There will be an MC and an array of comedians to entertain you whilst you enjoy a drink from the bar or perhaps a meal served at your table. Tickets £10 per person. 7.30pm till late.

April
Friday 6th - Sunday 8th April. Easter Beer and Food Festival

This event is being run in association with SIBA (The small independent brewer's association). Come and sample a huge range of beers selected from their 600 plus members and taste a great range of food and chocolate specialities from the regional suppliers attending. Plus ! Steam engines will be on site AND this weekend marks the return of Shire Horses to the National Brewery Centre with dray rides now also being offered. A DJ will keep the music going during all three days and Kick'n Rush will be playing live on the Saturday night. £5 per person or £18 per family day-time. Saturday night concert £8 per person. Beer vouchers purchasable on site. 10am-5pm daily and 7.30pm - late Saturday night.

Saturday 7th, Sunday 8th and Monday 9th April. Easter Carvery.

We are pleased to announce that our great carvery lunch offer at £6.95 per person, with small plates for the under 12's only £4.50, will be available in The Brewery Tap on all three days. Why not combine this with a ticket to The Beer Festival, on the Saturday or Sunday - for a really great day out?

Friday April 13th. New for 2012! Monthly Acoustic Music club night

A great evening of acoustic music in The Worthington Suite in association with Terry Wood. This month's theme will be comedy folk starring Anthony John Clarke. AJ takes you from happy to sad and every emotion in between - he just seems to have the knack of hitting the nail right on the head with every song he performs (www.anthonyjohnclarke.com). Supporting will be Sensible Shoes. These three talented ladies are making a name for themselves in and around the Midlands . They perform songs in superb harmony and are accompanied by guitar and fiddle. Some serious songs, some funny and some downright risky! Always entertaining. enjoy a drink from the bar or perhaps a meal served at your table. This month's theme will be Americana Blue Grass. Tickets £10 per person. 7.30pm till late.

Saturday 14th April. New for 2012! Half Hogshead Monthly Guided Tour.

Guided tour of the Brewing Experience incorporating the Bass Collection and the NEW William Worthington's Brewery led by one of our specialist tour guides. Find out why beer is the nation's favourite tipple as we enhance your beer appreciation skills with a full tasting session giving guidance on how beer is made, how best to taste it, and how it can be matched with a variety of food types freshly prepared on site by our expert culinary team. £25.00 per person. 10.30am-1.30pm

Friday 27th April. Firkin Comedy Club monthly event.

A top-class evening of comedy in The Worthington Suite. There will be an MC and an array of comedians to entertain you whilst you enjoy a drink from the bar or perhaps a meal served at your table. Tickets £10 per person. 7.30pm till late.

May
Sunday 6th and Monday 7th May. Mayday weekend Carvery

Treat yourself to our family lunch-time carvery in the Brewery Tap restaurant. £6.95 per person with small plates for the under 12's only £4.50

Friday May 11th. Monthly Acoustic Music club night.

A great evening of acoustic music in The Worthington Suite in association with Terry Wood. An MC and a minimum of two acts per night to entertain you whilst you enjoy a drink from the bar or perhaps a meal served at your table. This month's theme will be 'Easy Listening'. Tickets £10 per person. 7.30pm till late.

Saturday May 12th. New for 2012! Half Hogshead Monthly Guided Tour.

Guided tour of the Brewing Experience incorporating the Bass Collection and the NEW William Worthington's Brewery led by one of our specialist tour guides. Find out why beer is the nation's favourite tipple as we enhance your beer appreciation skills with a full tasting session giving guidance on how beer is made, how best to taste it, and how it can be matched with a variety of food types freshly prepared on site by our expert culinary team. £25.00 per person. 10.30am-1.30pm

Friday 25th May. Firkin Comedy Club monthly event.

A top-class evening of comedy in The Worthington Suite. There will be an MC and an array of comedians to entertain you whilst you enjoy a drink from the bar or perhaps a meal served at your table. Tickets £10 per person. 7.30pm till late.

June
Friday 8th June Monthly Acoustic Music club event.

A great evening of acoustic music in The Worthington Suite in association with Terry Wood. An MC and a minimum of two acts per night to entertain you whilst you enjoy a drink from the bar or perhaps a meal served at your table. This month's theme will be posted shortly. Tickets £10 per person. 7.30pm till late.

Saturday 9th June. New for 2012! Half Hogshead Monthly Guided Tour.

Guided tour of the Brewing Experience incorporating the Bass Collection and the NEW William Worthington's Brewery led by one of our specialist tour guides. Find out why beer is the nation's favourite tipple as we enhance your beer appreciation skills with a full tasting session giving guidance on how beer is made, how best to taste it, and how it can be matched with a variety of food types freshly prepared on site by our expert culinary team. £25.00 per person. 10.30am-1.30pm

Sunday 17th June. Father's Day Carvery.

It's Dad's turn for a treat! Lunch-time carvery in the Brewery Tap restaurant. £6.95 per person with small plates for the under 12's only £4.50

Friday 29th June. Firkin Comedy Club monthly event.

A top-class evening of comedy in The Worthington Suite. There will be an MC and an array of comedians to entertain you whilst you enjoy a drink from the bar or perhaps a meal served at your table. Tickets £10 per person. 7.30pm till late.

July
Saturday 30th June and Sunday 1st July. The Vintage Years Festival

A weekend of nostalgia - as we celebrate the 40's, 50's and 60's. Enjoy the music, food, fashion and fads of these classic decades with military vehicles, classic cars, re-enactors, impersonators, demonstrations, fashion shows, DJ and live music from Top Cat. Dress up and join the fun! Adult £7.95, Child £4.95, Family £20, Concession £6.95. 10am-5pm.

Friday 13th July. Monthly Acoustic Music club night

A great evening of acoustic music in The Worthington Suite in association with Terry Wood. An MC and a minimum of two acts per night to entertain you whilst you enjoy a drink from the bar or perhaps a meal served at your table. This month's theme will be posted shortly. Tickets £10 per person. 7.30pm till late.

Saturday 14th July. Half Hogshead Monthly Guided Tour.

Guided tour of the Brewing Experience incorporating the Bass Collection and the NEW William Worthington's Brewery led by one of our specialist tour guides. Find out why beer is the nation's favourite tipple as we enhance your beer appreciation skills with a full tasting session giving guidance on how beer is made, how best to taste it, and how it can be matched with a variety of food types freshly prepared on site by our expert culinary team. £25.00 per person. 10.30am-1.30pm


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