Drop the Anchor Brewery

🎤 Open Mic 🎶
2025-07-25 16:00 - 19:00 (Europe/London) | Hampshire
We’re bringing our Open Mic sessions back to Drop the Anchor Brewery on alternate Fridays, kicking off on Friday 27th June!

Calling all troubadours, singer-songwriters, and acoustic duos — come share your sound in a relaxed, friendly setting.

From 5pm to 7pm
20-minute slots
Free drink for performers

We’ve got a PA system, mic, and guitar ready if needed, and we’ll be running it all from the Horse Box Studio for that rustic vibe.

If you’re keen to play, DM us on socials or email info@droptheanchorbrewery.co.uk to get your name on the list.

Let’s make it a night of chilled-out tunes, good beer, and great company.

Murphy's Lore Barn Dance 2025 Part 2
2025-09-14 13:00 - 21:00 | Drop the Anchor Brewery, East Close Farm, Christchurch, Hampshire, bh23 7ef, United Kingdom
Get Ready to Kick Up Your Heels – We’re Hosting TWO Barn Dances This Year! 🎻🎶
That’s right – we just can’t get enough of them, and we know you can’t either!
Leading 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.
🎟 Tickets: Just £5 at the gate!
Murphy’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!
📅 Date: Sep 14th, 2025
⏰ Gates Open: 1 PM | Dancing Begins: 4pm
Dust off your dancing shoes and come join the fun – we’ll see you there!

Katies Staying Alive 70's Disco
2025-10-18 14:00 - 21:00 | Drop the Anchor Brewery, East Close Farm, Christchurch, Hampshire, bh23 7ef, United Kingdom
✨🪩 Katie’s Disco Farewell 🪩✨
As some of you know, Katie will be heading off to LA at the end of October—and we couldn’t let her leave without giving her a proper send-off! 💃
So we’re turning the brewery into a 70s disco paradise—because if Katie’s going, she’s going out with “More Than a Woman” and plenty of “Good Times.”
Katie’s been pure “Boogie Wonderland” to work with, and while we’ll “Stayin’ Alive” here at the brewery, we’re really going to miss her groove.
Let’s light up the dance floor one last time together—“Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough!”
Sorry for the dad jokes!

Spriggan Mist Beer Festival
2025-10-25 14:00 - 21:00 | Drop the Anchor Brewery, East Close Farm, Christchurch, Hampshire, bh23 7ef, United Kingdom
🎃👻 It’s Back! The Spooktacular Beer & Music Festival Returns! 👻🎃
Join us on Saturday, October 25th from 2 PM – 9 PM at Drop the Anchor Brewery for the ultimate Halloween celebration: Ghouls, Witches & Ghostly Highwaymen Beer Fest!
This year we’re thrilled to welcome the incredible Spriggan Mist—a dynamic five-piece from Royal Berkshire, bringing their unique mix of pagan folk rock and progressive sounds. Expect energy, atmosphere, and music with light and shade that’ll keep you spellbound. If you love folklore woven into powerful prog-rock, this is not to be missed!
🍺 On Tap – A Hauntingly Good Beer Lineup:

The Phoenix IPA (6%) – Smooth, moreish, with Pale Malt, Oats & Organic Orange Peel. Citra Hop Tea infusion takes it to the next level.

Otakaro NZ Pale (5.5%) – Fruity notes of lychee, mango & gooseberry.

The Miraculous Beam (8.4%) – Chocolate, roasted barley & orange peel in a velvety porter.

Turkish Delight Stout (6%) – Rose water & chocolate in a unique seasonal stout.

Tucktonia Pale (4.7%) – Our award-winning classic pale ale.

Bonzo Tropical Fruit IPA (3.8%) – Motueka, Pacific Jade & Citra hops deliver a fruity punch.

Misty Mountain Hop IPA (3.8%) – Crisp combo of Citra, Nelson Sauvignon, Waimea & Mosaic.

Silent Stones Amber (4.7%) – Balanced amber with Fuggle & Cascade hops.

Jester English Pale (3.8%) – Single-mash pale ale with Jester hops.

Black Dog (4.9%) – Classic smooth London porter.

Infinite Jest (6%) – A bolder, bigger Jester pale.

Pumpkin Stout (6%) – The perfect seasonal brew.

Tequilover (6.5%) – Tequila sour with lime for a tangy twist.

(🔥 And yes, even more to come!)
🍴 Food: @bignosebbq serving up smoky street food.🎧 Entertainment:

DJ Beerwax kicks things off at 2 PM

Live music from Spriggan Mist later in the day

👗 Fancy Dress (Optional): Come as ghouls, witches, or ghostly highwaymen—or just come as you are. Costumes welcome but not required!
🎟️ Tickets: Only £7.50 (online or on the gate). No booking needed—just turn up, grab a pint, and join the fun.
📅 Mark your calendar now—this is going to be a hauntingly good day of beer, music, food & spooky fun at Drop the Anchor Brewery! 🍻

12 Beers of Christmas
2025-12-06 13:00 - 21:00 | Drop the Anchor Brewery, East Close Farm, Christchurch, Hampshire, bh23 7ef, United Kingdom
Saturday 6th December | 1 PM – LateDrop the Anchor Brewery, Lyndhurst Road, Building 9, East Close Farm, Hinton, BH23 7EF
Join us for a festive celebration like no other! Warm your heart and your taste buds with over 30 ales, ciders, gins, and hot chocolates. We’ve got something for everyone — from rich porters and smooth stouts to fruity pale ales and zesty IPAs.

Featured Beers Include:
Silent Stones Amber | Amber Ale | 4.7%
Ginger Bread Amber | Spiced Amber Ale | 4.5%
The Phoenix IPA | IPA | 6%
Misty Mountain Hop | Session IPA | 3.8%
Strawberry Milkshake IPA | Milkshake IPA | 6%
Bonzo Tropical IPA | Tropical IPA | 3.8%
Raspberry Ruffle Pale | Fruity Pale Ale | 4.2%
Black Dog Porter | Traditional Porter | 4.9%
Black Cherry Porter | Cherry Porter | 4.2%
40 Past Midnight Porter | Coffee Porter | 6%
The Miraculous Beam Vintage | Imperial Porter | 8.4%
Salted Caramel Porter-Stout | Caramel
Live Music Lineup:
2 PM – The Mr Nodge
3 PM – Simon Wells
4 PM – The LockStock Theatre Choir
5 PM – MLC
6:30 PM – Daytura
DJ Beerwax will be keeping the festive beats flowing into the evening!

Food & BBQ:Get ready for low & slow smoked BBQ delights, warming festive treats, and indulgent snacks to pair perfectly with your drinks.
Santa Claus:The star of the show! Santa arrives from 2 – 4 PM in The Snug. Come and see him, share whether you’ve been naughty or nice, and make memories with the whole family.
Extras: Cozy rustic farmhouse vibes, fairy lights, community cheer, and the perfect festive atmosphere. Bring your friends, family, and your holiday spirit!
