At 161 Duke Street in Glasgow, Tennent Caledonian Breweries runs guided tours through the Wellpark Brewery, where beer has been made since 1556. You’ll hear how the Tennent’s brand developed and see the stages of brewing and production, including bottles, cans and kegs. The visit also includes the Tennent’s Story heritage centre, with interactive elements and time for questions. At the end, you can enjoy a freshly poured pint; an optional tasting flight gives you more to sample. Bring a camera for photo stops along the route.
Beer at Wellpark
The brewery at 161 Duke Street sits on the banks of the Molendinar Burn. Beer has been made on this site since 1556, and Tennent’s lager has been produced here since 1885. The Tennent’s brand dates to 1704, with a history that includes stout and ale as well as lager.
The guided visit connects that history to the brewery’s present-day production. You’ll see how the process moves through the factory and how beer is packaged in bottles, cans and kegs. The scale of production is part of the picture, though the factory may not be operating when you visit.
What the tour includes
The tour combines the story of the brand with a look at brewing and production. It also visits the Tennent’s Story heritage centre, where the experience includes interactive elements. There are opportunities to take pictures, and the tour ends with a tasting and time for questions.
Guides explain the site and process as you go, so the visit is useful even if you already know Tennent’s as a Glasgow beer. The route includes safety considerations, and the tour is structured around moving through the brewery and heritage displays.
The tasting at the end
A freshly poured pint is served at the end of the tour. You can also ask about an optional tasting flight if you want to sample more than one beer. Tennent’s stout is among the styles mentioned alongside the better-known lager.
The tasting and Q&A bring the visit back to the beer after the history and production walk. Check what is included when booking, especially if you want to take the optional flight.
FAQ
Where is Tennent Caledonian Breweries?
The brewery is at 161 Duke Street, Glasgow, G31 1JD.
What does the brewery tour include?
The guided visit covers Tennent’s history, the brewing and production areas, and the Tennent’s Story heritage centre. It concludes with a beer tasting and Q&A.
Can you taste beer on the tour?
Yes. The tour ends with a freshly poured pint, and an optional tasting flight is also available.
When do the guided tours run?
Weekend tours are described as including the site’s history and an experience at the Tennent’s Story heritage centre.
