'British Beer Day', June 15

Simon O'Donovan
9 hours ago
2 min read

BRITISH BEER DAY

Beer has been part of British life for thousands of years, and the local pub has long been a place to meet friends, celebrate special occasions and enjoy music, games and conversation. Today we’ll explore the history, humour and nostalgia surrounding Britain’s rich pub culture.

FACTS ABOUT BRITISH BEER DAY

Discover some surprising facts about British brewing, famous beers, historic pubs and why beer has played such an important role in our social history.

HISTORY OF BEER & BREWING

From ancient ales to modern craft breweries, Britain has a proud brewing tradition stretching back centuries. Let’s look at how beer evolved into one of the nation’s favourite drinks.

PUB & DRINKING SAYINGS AND IDIOMS

British pubs have inspired countless colourful expressions and witty sayings. How many of these familiar phrases do you know or still use today?

FACTOID – MARMITE

Love it or hate it, Marmite has an unexpected link with brewing. Find out how this famous spread is connected to the beer-making process.

SMOKING IN PUBS

Until 2007, smoking indoors was a normal part of a night at the pub. This slide looks back at an era when hazy bars and smoky clothes were simply accepted.

CLASSIC PUB GAMES

Before smartphones and streaming, many people were entertained by traditional pub games. See how many old favourites you can remember.

ADVERTISING LOGOS & SLOGANS

From memorable mascots to unforgettable catchphrases, beer advertising has produced some of Britain’s best-known television campaigns. Can you identify them?