Breweries · Central Scotland
Tennent Caledonian
In or near Glasgow.
Tennent Caledonian is a brewing company based in Glasgow, Scotland. It was founded in 1740 on the bank of the Molendinar Burn by Hugh and Robert Tennent. It is owned by C&C Group plc, which purchased
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round (indoors)
- Nearest railway station
- Bellgrove · 0.5 km
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Tennent Caledonian Brewery, the nearest railway station is Bellgrove, located 0.5 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is G31 1JD. Please note that accessibility is limited for wheelchair users.
About
Tennent Caledonian is a brewing company based in Glasgow, Scotland. It was founded in 1740 on the bank of the Molendinar Burn by Hugh and Robert Tennent. It is owned by C&C Group plc, which purchased the Tennent Caledonian Breweries subsidiary in 2009, from Belgian brewing company Anheuser-Busch InBev (formerly known as InBev). The company produces Tennent's Lager, Scotland's market-leading brand of pale lager, first brewed at the Wellpark Brewery in 1885.
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Official information
Tennent Caledonian is a brewery known for its Tennent's Lager, offering visitors a chance to learn about the brewing process and the history of the brand. The experience includes insights into the production of their famous beers and the opportunity to enjoy tastings.
From the Wikipedia article
Tennent Caledonian is a brewing company based in Glasgow, Scotland. It was founded in 1740 on the bank of the Molendinar Burn by Hugh and Robert Tennent. It is owned by C&C Group plc, which purchased the Tennent Caledonian Breweries subsidiary in 2009, from Belgian brewing company Anheuser-Busch InBev (formerly known as InBev). The company produces Tennent's Lager, Scotland's market-leading brand of pale lager, first brewed at the Wellpark Brewery in 1885.
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Background
History
Wellpark Brewery was originally known as the Drygate Brewery. It was founded as H. & R. Tennent in 1740 at Drygate Bridge, near Glasgow Cathedral, by Hugh and Robert Tennent, although brewing had taken place at the same site on the banks of the Molendinar Burn by their ancestor, Robert Tennent, since 1556, making it the oldest continuous commercial concern in Glasgow. Hugh Tennent's sons, John and Robert, continued the family business, trading as J. & R. Tennent from 1769. The business expanded in the 1790s when the Tennent family purchased the neighbouring brewery of William McLehose, and renamed the 5 acre site Wellpark Brewery. The firm originally brewed stout and strong export ales. By…
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- Coordinates
- 55.8601, -4.2307
- District
- Glasgow City
- Postcode
- G31 1JD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Glasgow North East
- Established
- 1740
- Nearest railway station
- Bellgrove — 0.5 km
- Official site
- www.tennents.com
Sources
- wikipedia: Tennent Caledonian (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Tennent Caledonian?
- Tennent Caledonian is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G31 1JD).
- What is Tennent Caledonian?
- Tennent Caledonian is a brewing company based in Glasgow, Scotland. It was founded in 1740 on the bank of the Molendinar Burn by Hugh and Robert Tennent. It is owned by C&C Group plc, which purchased
- How do I get to Tennent Caledonian?
- The nearest railway station is Bellgrove, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode G31 1JD.
- When was Tennent Caledonian built?
- Built or established in 1740.
- Who owns Tennent Caledonian?
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- How do I get to Tennent Caledonian?
- The nearest railway station is Bellgrove, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G31 1JD.