Maltings Taphouse
This place is an absolute must visit spot, and it's easy to see why it has become a top favourite. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel a sense of community that is welcoming and accepting of everyone. It’s a place where you can genuinely be yourself and relax. The entire staff are amazing and incredibly friendly, and they really know their stuff about the beers. The vibe is so good that they even let me take a pint glass home, which shows just how passionate they are about what they do.
The selection here is truly vast, with an amazing array of brewery beers and ales that will satisfy any beer lover. Beyond the drinks, you'll enjoy the nice seating and a fantastic beer garden, perfect for chilling out. Plus, with delicious pizza and nachos available right on-site, your munchies are covered.
It's a place you honestly can't fault. With their amazing beers, delicious pizza, and wonderful team, what's not to love.
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Background....
Origins (1898-1903): The history of Tuckers Maltings began in 1898 when Parnell Tucker decided to build a new malthouse near the Newton Abbot Railway station. Construction started in January 1900, and the initial 60-quarter malthouse, complete with germinating floors, machinery, and kilns, officially opened on November 5, 1900, at a cost of £8,000. An expansion followed between December 1901 and November 1903, adding another 50-quarter malthouse.
Long-standing Operations: Much of the original machinery and malting methods from 1900 were utilized for over 118 years, a testament to their efficiency. Tuckers Maltings was a vital part of the community, contributing to the local economy and preserving traditional malting processes. It supplied over 30 breweries in the South West, and Guinness was among its first customers.
Cessation of Malt Production (2018): Due to changing industry demands and the inability to compete with larger, mechanized operations, the production of malt at Tuckers Maltings ceased in October 2018. At the time of its closure, it was one of only four traditional malthouses left in the UK and the last in Devon.
The Maltings Taphouse: A New Chapter
Inception (2016): The idea for The Maltings Taphouse emerged in 2016 when Richard and Jonathan, contemplating opening a micropub, realized the potential of The Maltings as a venue.
Opening: After significant planning and effort, The Taphouse officially opened at the end of October 2016. It was initially run by the founders and their partners, with Jonathan's son, Sam, later stepping in as manager, bringing his extensive knowledge of craft beers.
Current Status: The Maltings Taphouse is now a craft beer bar, art gallery, music venue, and community space situated within the historic Tuckers Maltings building. It continues to operate as a bottle shop and pub, even after the cessation of malting production. The building itself, including the remaining equipment, is of considerable historical interest.
Other Notable Information:
Beer Festivals: For over 25 years, Tuckers Maltings has been the setting for the annual SIBA Beer Festival, which takes place every April and is regarded as one of the top festivals in the country. Even after the closure of the malting operations, the team behind the festival vowed to keep the "Tuckers" name alive with a revamped beer festival in a new location from 2019 onwards. More recently, the Maltings Taphouse has collaborated with Vessel Beer Shop to host the Maltings X Vessel Craft Beer Festival in the historical building.
Repurposing of the Building: In 2022, part of the original Tuckers Maltings building found new owners who undertook a restoration project, transforming a portion of the building into Tuckers Maltings Self Storage.
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