Having been in the heart of Stroud’s five valleys for 18 years, Stroud Brewery’s beer is now appearing in the heart of Westminster.
Dr Simon Opher, MP for Stroud, with Stroud Brewery founder Greg Pilley behind the Strangers Bar in Parliament
Its award-winning signature beer, Budding, is being served as a guest beer at the Strangers’ Bar in the Houses of Parliament.
This is the first time one of the brewery’s organic cask beers has appeared in Parliament and is a key event in its activities for Organic September.
The guest appearance of Budding is the result of an official request made by Simon Opher, MP for Stroud. He is a long-time supporter of the brewery and its commitment to organic and sustainable practices. Greg met Simon in the Strangers Bar to mark the occasion and serve a pint behind the historic bar.
“I’m delighted that I can get a pint of Budding here in Parliament,” said the MP. “It’s a little bit of home in what can be quite a challenging environment. It’s also great to be able to help spread the message about the importance of organic and sustainable food.
“We have to do everything we can to tackle the climate emergency, and having organic beer from Stroud Brewery available here helps to keep that at the forefront of all our minds.”
It’s hoped that Budding on the bar will help make MPs aware of Organic September, the UK’s annual celebration of all things organic, from food and drink to cosmetics and clothing.
Led by The Soil Association and UK Organic, the campaign promotes the benefits of organic products for health and the environment.
Greg Pilley, founder and managing director, of Stroud Brewery, said: “We are thrilled to have Budding featured in such a prestigious setting, especially during Organic September.
“As a brewery committed to sustainability and organic principles, it’s wonderful to see our beer representing these values in Parliament. We hope this will spark conversations around the importance of supporting organic and sustainable producers.”
Stroud Brewery has become a leading advocate for organic brewing, using only the finest ingredients to produce high-quality beers while minimising its environmental impact.
Budding, named after the inventor of the lawnmower, Edwin Budding, is a pale ale with a delicate balance of malt and hops that has earned numerous accolades.
