Wherever you're enjoying a tasty Badger beer, it's always special. But there's something even more wonderful about having one at the home of Badger beers — the independent, family-owned Hall & Woodhouse brewery, nestling by the River Stour at Blandford St Mary in Dorset.

What you'll do

Explore the Victorian maltings and the modern, state-of-the-art brewery installed in 2012, taking in the rich aroma of brewing beer as your guide explains the brewery's inner workings and its 200-year journey. Tastings of the award-winning Badger beers are enjoyed at the brewery, and the Brewery Tap bar and restaurant is right there for food and a pint afterwards.

Two options are offered: the Brewery Tour at £17, and the Brewery Experience at £25, which adds an expert tutored tasting of the award-winning beer collection. Both include a flight of beers.

Good to know

• Check in at the Brewery Shop 10 minutes before your tour
• Maximum group size is 20 — booking is recommended and essential for large groups
• Children over 10 are welcome; under-18s must be accompanied by an adult
• Wear sensible footwear — no open-toed shoes or heels
• The Brewery Tap and Shop are fully accessible, but some areas of the tour route are not suitable for guests with mobility difficulties