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SUMMARY:9th Birthday ~ DTA Party
DESCRIPTION:Event by Drop the Anchor Brewery\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuilding 9 East Close Farm Lyndhurst Road Hinton \, BH23 7EF Christchurch\, Dorset\, United Kingdom\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Save the Date – May 2nd \nJoin us for our Anniversary Beer Festival – a full day of fun\, flavor\, and fantastic music!\n Lyndhurst Road\, Building 9\, East Close Farm\, Hinton\, BH23 7EF Doors open at 1:00 PM\n £5 entry (kids go free!) – Proceeds help support our live entertainment and keep the brewery running strong.________________________________________\n What’s On Tap?\nWe’re bringing you 20+ handcrafted ales\, ciders\, and a full gin bar to enjoy all day long. Here’s a taste of what’s pouring: More ales will be added.\n Light & Refreshing\nCream Soda Crush (4%) – Summer cream soda ale\nMisty Mountain Hop IPA (3.8%) – Mandarin-flavored session IPA\nStrange Brew (3.4%) – Hazy\, easy-drinking IPA\nTucktonia Pale (4.7%) – Fruity pale ale\n Fruity & Citrusy\nBonzo Tropical IPA (3.8%) – Tropical hops explosion\nCitrus Citrus Citrus Pale (4.2%) – Triple citrus hit\nGrapefruit IPA Pale (4%) – Grapefruit IPA\nOtakaro Pale (5.5%) – Lychee\, mango\, gooseberry notes\nRaspberry Ruffle Pale (4.2%) – Sweet raspberry pale\nCandy Crush Pale (4.5%) – Orange candy infused\nCheeky Tarts and Limey Bastards (6.5%) – Tart\, lime citrus punch\n Dark & Decadent\nBlack Dog Porter (4.9%) – Classic roasty porter\nBlack Cherry Porter (4.2%) – Smooth cherry porter\nMaple Syrup Porter (4.2%) – Sweet maple syrup porter\n40 Past Midnight Porter (6%) – Mocha vanilla porter\nThe Miraculous Beam Vintage (8.4%) – Chocolate orange imperial porter\nSalted Caramel Porter-Stout (6%) – Sweet caramel stout\nBreaking Glass Hazelnut Porter-Stout (5%) – Hazelnut chocolate stout\nBounty Bar Porter (6%) – Chocolate coconut indulgence\nIt’s My Shadow Vanilla Porter (6%) – Smooth vanilla porter\nTurkish Delight Porter (4.2%) – Festive mince pie porter\nBlack Cat Porter (4.2%) – Sweeter oatmeal porter\nPeanut Butter Stout (4.2%) – Velvety peanut butter stout\n Stronger Brews\nStranger Brew Pale (8%) – Bold and hoppy pale\nThe Miraculous Beam Vintage (8.4%) – Imperial chocolate orange porter\n Malty & Seasonal\nSilent Stones Amber (4.7%) – Rich\, malty amber\nGinger Bread Amber (4.5%) – Ginger-spiced amber\n Pothecary Gin Bar also available for a refreshing twist.________________________________________\n Live Music & DJ Sets All DayFeaturing an eclectic mix of local artists and DJs:\nBands to be added soon\n\n Foodie HeavenGrab some mouthwatering street food________________________________________\n Tickets:£5 per person (kids under 16 go free!) – at the gate.________________________________________\nDon’t miss it – mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate with us!More details coming soon\, but this is one party you’ll want to be at. \nSee less\n\n\n\nMusic & audio\n\n\nChristchurch\, Dorset
URL:https://www.droptheanchorbrewery.co.uk/comingsoon/9th-birthday-dta-party/
LOCATION:Drop the Anchor Brewery\, East Close Farm\, Christchurch\, Hampshire\, bh23 7ef\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Barn Dance 2026
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready to Kick Up Your Heels with our first dance of the year.\nThat’s right – we just can’t get enough of them\, and we know you can’t either!\nLeading us in a lively night of music and merriment is the incredible Murphy’s Lore Ceilidh Band. Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with foot-stomping tunes\, delicious food\, refreshing beer\, and plenty of laughter.\n Tickets: Just £5 at the gate!\nMurphy’s Lore hail from Bournemouth/Dorset and bring a high-energy mix of traditional Irish\, English\, and Scottish folk music\, along with original compositions by their former box player\, Richard AND their new box player Andrew\, who will be making his DTA Debut. We look forward to welcoming Andrew into the DTA family. Whether it’s a ceilidh\, barn dance\, pub gig\, wedding\, or a full-blown Hooley\, they know how to get the party started!\n\n Date: May 11th\, 2025 Gates Open: 1 PM for Drinking | Dancing Begins: 4pm\n\nDust off your dancing shoes and come join the fun – we’ll see you there!
URL:https://www.droptheanchorbrewery.co.uk/comingsoon/barn-dance-2026/
LOCATION:Drop the Anchor Brewery\, East Close Farm\, Christchurch\, Hampshire\, bh23 7ef\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Retro Grooves
DESCRIPTION:This is going to be awesome Saturday 16th 2-8pm with amazing food beer and music Retro Grooves Origin Barbecue Backroom Productions Drop the Anchor Brewery \nOur main collection spans from the 1950’s until vinyl was phased out in the 90’s… however it’s enjoying a comeback! Our vinyl is played on an original 1970s DJ console and due to the method of pressing\, you will actually experience the energy and warmth of the music as it was meant to be heard back in the day. Transporting you back to when the songs were originally released complete with the snaps\, crackles and pops that everyone loves to hear! This is complimented by an original retro light show. \n SAVE THE DATE!!! RETRO GROOVES INCOMING! \nSaturday May 16th | 2–8PM\nSpinning it strictly vinyl style at @droptheanchorbrewery \n@retrogroovesdj will be taking you on a journey through the golden era of music — expect a feel-good mix of:� Rock & Pop� Soul & Disco� Ska\, Reggae & Two Tone� New Romantic & Glam� Motown & Northern Soul� Folk vibes & more…\nAll Killers No Fillers — just pure nostalgia on wax \n Pair that with a fine selection of beers\, ales & stouts!� And some seriously tasty BBQ from our friends @originfirefood\nGood times guaranteed!!!\n#RetroGrooves #DropTheAnchorBrewery #BackroomProductions #OriginBBQ #OriginFireFood #VinylOnly #GoldenEraMusic #SoulVibes #DiscoNights #MotownMagic #NorthernSoul #TwoTone #ReggaeVibes #SkaMusic #GlamRock #NewRomantic #RockAndPop #CraftBeerLife #WhatsOnDorset #WhatsOnHampshire #NewForestEvents #ChristchurchEvents #WeekendVibes
URL:https://www.droptheanchorbrewery.co.uk/comingsoon/1089/
LOCATION:Drop the Anchor Brewery\, East Close Farm\, Christchurch\, Hampshire\, bh23 7ef\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Unsigned Sessions – Saturday 6th June
DESCRIPTION:Unsigned Sessions – Saturday 6th June \nUnsigned Sessions – Saturday 6th June \nIt’s back… and what a line-up of up-and-coming grassroots musicians we have for you this time\, curated by your host Dylan Rees Coshan. \nEntry: Pay what you can on the gate\, or if you’d like to support the artists and the event\, you can grab a ticket using the link below. \nA night dedicated to raw\, grassroots music\, the kind that starts on garage floors\, grows through open mics\, and is built during late-night songwriting sessions. This is what supporting local music is all about… giving emerging artists a stage\, a crowd\, and a chance to be heard. Come and discover the next wave of talent before they hit the bigger stages. \nFeaturing: \nWesley BennettThe Daisy ChainsOsaka SunEakerRoom 18 \nFresh new artists bringing original sounds\, honest energy\, and that unmistakable local spark\, all live at Drop the Anchor Brewery. \nArtist links:Room 18 InstagramOsaka Sun LinktreeThe Daisy Chains LinktreeWesley Bennett Instagram \nCome down\, grab a pint\, support grassroots music\, and be part of something special. These nights are what independent venues and local music scenes are all about.
URL:https://www.droptheanchorbrewery.co.uk/comingsoon/unsigned-sessions-saturday-6th-june/
LOCATION:Drop the Anchor Brewery\, East Close Farm\, Christchurch\, Hampshire\, bh23 7ef\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:DJBBQ 🇺🇸 vs ORIGINBBQ 🇬🇧
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready for DJBBQ vs ORIGINBBQ + FRIENDS! Featuring Big T’s Honkeytonk Disco and Kerryl Phillips.\nJoin us for an electrifying two day Summer Barbecue Hoedown!\nSaturday June 27th 13:00-20:00Sunday June 28th 13:00-18:00\nMeet Your Hosts \nChristian Stevenson\, famously known as DJBBQ\, is not just your average BBQ chef. He’s a high-energy fire-cooking rock star\, bestselling author and BAFTA-winning TV presenter.\nBringing live-fire cooking to the stage with a rock-and-roll flair\, DJ BBQ is celebrated for his bold flavours and even bigger personality.\nWith a massive global following gained through television and international festivals along with viral online content\, we are thrilled to have DJBBQ create some smoke ‘n’ fire\, right here in the New Forest!\nHosting this fantastic event alongside DJBBQ is our Origin Barbecue’s very own Chris Rowland\, known as @Bignosebbq.\nAs a South Coast pit boss and the visionary behind SizzleFest and Origin Barbecue\, he’s rooted in the heart of the New Forest.\nWith a lifelong passion for live-fire cooking\, Chris is renowned for his varied and exciting authentic BBQ menus.\nHis commitment to locally-sourced high welfare produce and his talent for creating epic outdoor fire food experiences position him as the perfect co-host with DJBBQ.\nSaturday  Line-Up \nKick off the festivities on Saturday at 2pm as Big T’s Honkey Tonk Disco hot-steps into the barn! Get ready to dance to the best in new and old Country\, Bluegrass\, and Americana\n…. followed by an exhilarating back-to-back DJ showdown… DJBigNose vs DJBBQ!\nSunday Highlights \nOn Sunday\, soak in the atmosphere with live acoustic performances from rising country music star Kerryl @kerrylmusic\, bringing his incredible vocals and unique vibe\, to make Sunday a truly memorable experience!\nThe Food \nIndulge in our legendary Smokehouse Platters\, which are a collaborative creation fusing DJBBQ’s real American style smoked meats and ORIGINBBQ’s local New Forest authentic barbecue classics.\nWe also have small plates and tasty sides along with festival sandwiches\, which offer something delicious for every taste (including V/VG options).\nSecure Your Spot \nAll you need to do to guarantee your place is choose your day\, choose your time and pre-order your food via our website.\nGo here: https://www.originbbq.com/menu\nWe can’t wait to welcome you!\n 
URL:https://www.droptheanchorbrewery.co.uk/comingsoon/djbbq-%f0%9f%87%ba%f0%9f%87%b8-vs-originbbq-%f0%9f%87%ac%f0%9f%87%a7/
LOCATION:Drop the Anchor Brewery\, East Close Farm\, Christchurch\, Hampshire\, bh23 7ef\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Drop The Anchor":MAILTO:info@droptheanchorbrewery.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260705T163000
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SUMMARY:Late Night Tales
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URL:https://www.droptheanchorbrewery.co.uk/comingsoon/late-night-tales/
LOCATION:Drop the Anchor Brewery\, East Close Farm\, Christchurch\, Hampshire\, bh23 7ef\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:The Sunday Service
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to have Matias from 1415 Asado join us on Sunday 19th July!  RSVP to let us know you’re coming down for the authentic Argentine Asado experience right here at East Close Farm!  \n\nHave you ever tried authentic Argentine Asado barbecue?\n\n\nIf not\, now’s your chance and we have it right here in the New Forest on Sunday 19th July!\n\n\nNo pre order in place for this one\, just rock up and grab a bench!\n\n\nCome and see your Origin Barbecue hosts at the food service counter and meet our special guest Pitmaster\, Matias Casotto from 1415 Asado \n\n\nWe start serving at 13:00\, last orders 18:30!\n\n#asado #bbq #newforest #dorset #hampshireRSVP  https://www.originbbq.com/…/the-sunday-service-with…
URL:https://www.droptheanchorbrewery.co.uk/comingsoon/the-sunday-service/
LOCATION:Drop the Anchor Brewery\, East Close Farm\, Christchurch\, Hampshire\, bh23 7ef\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Drop The Anchor":MAILTO:info@droptheanchorbrewery.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Stand up Comedy Laughing Bellys
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night of big laughs\, great beer\, and brilliant vibes at Stand Up Comedy Night at Drop The Anchor Brewery! 🍻🎤\nJoin us on 23rd July 2026 at East Close Farm\, Hinton\, for an unforgettable evening packed with top comedy talent\, good food\, and plenty of laughs. Hosted in the unique atmosphere of the brewery\, this is the perfect night out with friends\, family\, or anyone who loves live entertainment.\nWith support from Laughing Bellys\, Origin Barbecue\, and Backroom Productions\, expect delicious food\, flowing drinks\, and a cracking lineup of comedians guaranteed to keep you laughing all night long.\n🕕 Doors open: 6PM\n🎭 Show starts: 7:30PM\n🎟️ Tickets: Only £10\nGrab your tickets now and don’t miss one of the funniest nights of the summer!
URL:https://www.droptheanchorbrewery.co.uk/comingsoon/stand-up-comedy-laughing-bellys/
LOCATION:Drop the Anchor Brewery\, East Close Farm\, Christchurch\, Hampshire\, bh23 7ef\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DTA EVENTS
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SUMMARY:Line Dancing
DESCRIPTION:GRAB YOUR PARTNER BY THE HAND!!! LINE DANCING IS COMING TO DROP THE ANCHOR! \nDust off your boots and get ready for a fantastic evening of country fun with the Funky Sole Line Dancing Club! Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or you’ve never tried it before\, everyone is welcome to come along\, learn some moves and have a brilliant time! 💃🕺 \n📅 Thursday 6th August
🕖 From 7:00pm
📍 Drop the Anchor Brewery
East Close Farm\, Lyndhurst Rd\, Hinton\, Christchurch BH23 7EF \n🔥 Come hungry too! The incredible Origin BBQ will be serving up their legendary barbecue throughout the evening\, so you can enjoy amazing food alongside great beer\, great music and great company. 🍔🌭🍺 \n🎟 Bring your friends\, grab a pint\, pull on your dancing boots and join us for what promises to be a cracking summer evening in the New Forest! \n@originfirefood\n@droptheanchorbrewery\n@funkysoleldc \n#LineDancing #NewForestEvents #ChristchurchEvents #DorsetEvents #GoodTimes\n\n21h
URL:https://www.droptheanchorbrewery.co.uk/comingsoon/line-dancing/
LOCATION:Drop the Anchor Brewery\, East Close Farm\, Christchurch\, Hampshire\, bh23 7ef\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Harvest Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:“We’re gearing up for our first brew in the coming weeks using grain harvested from last year’s crop\, bringing it full circle from field to glass. As the seasons turn\, we’ll also be sowing this year’s seed in preparation for our annual ploughing event\, held in association with the New Forest Vintage Tractor & Engine Society. Expect a proper celebration of heritage farming\, great beer\, live demonstrations\, and a real community feel throughout the weekend. It’s all in aid of charity\, so you can enjoy it knowing it’s for a good cause. More details to follow soon – but for now\, save the date and watch this space.”
URL:https://www.droptheanchorbrewery.co.uk/comingsoon/harvest-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Drop the Anchor Brewery\, East Close Farm\, Christchurch\, Hampshire\, bh23 7ef\, United Kingdom
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