Brewing begins with a bang at Wells & Co in Bedford

Beer production is now officially under way at Wells & Co’s new Bedford home, Brewpoint.

And Peter Wells, the company's group managing director, hammered home the first shive into a firkin of cask beer to mark the occasion.

Peter said: “It’s truly exciting to have beer production under way in our new home, Brewpoint. This moment has been three years in the making since the sale of our old brewery in 2017, so it brings me great pleasure to guide Wells & Co back into brewing, and in such an impressive setup.

“We’re exceptionally excited about our state-of-the-art Braukon brewing equipment we’ve invested in for Brewpoint, which will ensure that the beer we produce is of the best possible quality.”

He added: “From the early brews I’ve been lucky enough to sample a few, and I am pleased to say our loyal customers in the UK, France and Italy are in for a treat.”

And from October 8, Wells & Co will open the external garden area at its site in Fairhill for 11 weeks with a pop-up bar with food and entertainment.