๐Ÿน Local Drinks & Pairings

Sip the Wye Valley—discover ales, meads, ciders, wines and more crafted just minutes from your hut. Scan the QR codes below to order for delivery to Reddings Retreat (minimum £30 for free local delivery).

๐Ÿก Kingstone Brewery (Tintern)

A four-barrel microbrewery in Tintern crafting unfiltered, unpasteurised, bottle-conditioned ales for fuller flavour and finer texture. Free local delivery over £30 or click & collect.

  • Tewdric Pale Ale

    • Tasting notes: Smooth, honey-coloured with a gentle malt backbone

    • Pair with: Shepherd’s Pie Bites

  • Challenger

    • Tasting notes: Fruity and scented, with a hint of warm spice

    • Pair with: Cheddar & Apple Chutney Sandwich

  • Golden Ale

    • Tasting notes: Straw-coloured with citrus notes and a balanced hoppy finish

    • Pair with: Goat Cheese & Elderflower Toast

  • Abbey Stout

    • Tasting notes: Warm roast-barley aromas underpin smooth creaminess

    • Pair with: Blackberry & Apple Stew

  • Floral Dry Ale

    • Tasting notes: Distinctively hoppy and crisp, with a delicate floral nose

    • Pair with: Wild Garlic & Potato Soup

  • Nostradamus (Seasonal)

    • Tasting notes: Bold malt-hop interplay with a subtle citrusy finish

    • Pair with: Moroccan Chickpea & Lentil Stew

• Visit the taproom at: Kingstone Brewery, The Old Mill, Monmouth Road, Tintern, Chepstow NP16 6UH

  • Open Thu 12:00–17:00; Fri–Sat 13:00–18:00

 

๐Ÿท Parva Farm Vineyard (Tintern)

Perched above Tintern Abbey on a south-facing slope, Parva Farm offers free tastings and tours alongside award-winning wines, meads, fruit wines, ales, cider & perry, plus local honey sales in their farm shop.

To order: Call ahead for collection 07484 670 302

  • White Blend (Rondo & Solaris)

    • Tasting notes: Crisp orchard-fruit character with a clean finish

    • Pair with: Crab Apple & Walnut Salad

  • Rosé

    • Tasting notes: Light berry-fruit notes balanced by gentle acidity

    • Pair with: Prosciutto, Fig & Arugula Roll

  • Mead & Fruit Wines

    • Tasting notes: Honey-sweet, floral-tinged; varied fruit-wine styles

    • Pair with: Rosehip & Cinnamon Porridge

  • Cider & Perry

    • Tasting notes: Local apple and pear expressions; crisp and refreshing

    • Pair with: Cheese & Pickle Platter

• Visit the farm shop at: Parva Farm Vineyard, Monmouth Road, Tintern, Chepstow NP16 6UE

  • Open Thu–Mon 12:00–16:00 (winter) / 12:00–17:00 (summer)

  • Self-guided vineyard tours (£2.50) with free tastings

๐Ÿท Parva Farm Vineyard

Perched above Tintern Abbey on a south-facing slope, Parva Farm offers free tastings and tours alongside award-winning wines, meads, fruit wines, ales, cider & perry, plus local honey sales in their farm shop.

  • White Blend (Rondo & Solaris): Crisp, orchard-fruit character with a clean finish

  • Rosé: Light, berry-fruit notes balanced by gentle acidity

  • Mead & Fruit Wines: Honey-sweet, floral-tinged meads and varied fruit-wine styles

  • Cider & Perry: Local apple and pear expressions showcasing valley-grown fruit

Brewery & Vineyard Visits: Drop in at Kingstone’s taproom (open Thu–Sat) or stroll Parva Farm’s vineyard trail (free entry with tastings Thu–Mon).

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Drink + Meal Pairings

Mix and match your favourite Reddings Retreat dishes with these local drinks:

  • Shepherd’s Pie Bites: Tewdric Pale Ale

  • Cheddar & Apple Chutney Sandwich: Challenger

  • Goat Cheese & Elderflower Toast: Golden Ale

  • Wild Garlic & Potato Soup: Floral Dry Ale

  • Blackberry & Apple Stew: Abbey Stout

  • Moroccan Chickpea & Lentil Stew: Nostradamus (Seasonal)

  • Crab Apple & Walnut Salad: White Blend

  • Prosciutto, Fig & Arugula Roll: Rosé

  • Rosehip & Cinnamon Porridge: Mead & Fruit Wines

  • Cheese & Pickle Platter: Cider & Perry

Sip and savour—the Wye Valley in every glass!

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