Laura Hadland
@morrighani.bsky.social
Drinks writer and printmaker. My latest book, 'Beer Festivals: a great British tradition,' is out now.
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Laura Hadland
@morrighani.bsky.social
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Beer Festivals, A Great British Tradition - CAMRA shop
Beer and cider festivals have been mainstays of the British drinking calendar for more than 50 years, and have played a huge role in shaping the beer landscape of the UK, in all its richness and diver...
shop1.camra.org.uk
Happy publication day to 'Beer Festivals: a great British tradition'.
My second book is out in the world, and you can get your hands on a copy from the CAMRA website now.
My second book is out in the world, and you can get your hands on a copy from the CAMRA website now.
2.5 hours to write something is always a bit of a panic. Not sure how proper newspaper journalists cope with doing it every day.
November 25, 2025 at 5:09 PM
2.5 hours to write something is always a bit of a panic. Not sure how proper newspaper journalists cope with doing it every day.
Sushi Kaji write up is now live over on My Shrewsbury.
Sushi Kaji Shrewsbury: Refined Sushi & Comforting Ramen
Discover Sushi Kaji in Shrewsbury—expert sushi, warming ramen and elegant dining. Enjoy precision-crafted dishes, great value set meals and serene service.
www.myshrewsbury.co.uk
November 25, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Sushi Kaji write up is now live over on My Shrewsbury.
New book stock has arrived - I've got more copies of Beer Festivals in my webshop in case you're looking for nice Christmas presents for folk.
And I've updated all the prints on there, so lots of treats to choose from. shropshiregoat.com/product/beer...
And I've updated all the prints on there, so lots of treats to choose from. shropshiregoat.com/product/beer...
November 25, 2025 at 9:14 AM
New book stock has arrived - I've got more copies of Beer Festivals in my webshop in case you're looking for nice Christmas presents for folk.
And I've updated all the prints on there, so lots of treats to choose from. shropshiregoat.com/product/beer...
And I've updated all the prints on there, so lots of treats to choose from. shropshiregoat.com/product/beer...
I'm going to have to put Spotify on. I've got Jingle Bells stuck in a loop today, thanks to Bam Bam practising it on her ukulele before school this morning.
November 24, 2025 at 10:40 AM
I'm going to have to put Spotify on. I've got Jingle Bells stuck in a loop today, thanks to Bam Bam practising it on her ukulele before school this morning.
Reposted by Laura Hadland
#SurvivorsOfSuicideLossDay helps people find understanding and connection through shared experience.
It reminds us that even in the midst of loss, hope and healing are possible 💛💜💛
#DaddyBlackbird #SuicideLoss #Healing #Hope 🐦⬛
It reminds us that even in the midst of loss, hope and healing are possible 💛💜💛
#DaddyBlackbird #SuicideLoss #Healing #Hope 🐦⬛
November 22, 2025 at 7:01 PM
#SurvivorsOfSuicideLossDay helps people find understanding and connection through shared experience.
It reminds us that even in the midst of loss, hope and healing are possible 💛💜💛
#DaddyBlackbird #SuicideLoss #Healing #Hope 🐦⬛
It reminds us that even in the midst of loss, hope and healing are possible 💛💜💛
#DaddyBlackbird #SuicideLoss #Healing #Hope 🐦⬛
That's the way to do it.
November 22, 2025 at 3:26 PM
That's the way to do it.
Date night. Well, date lunch.
November 21, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Date night. Well, date lunch.
Thanks to My Shrewsbury for making me blush.
Shrewsbury Drinks Writer Laura Hadland’s Award Nomination
Shrewsbury drinks expert Laura Hadland celebrates major international recognition as she is nominated for multiple awards for her beer and cider writing.
www.myshrewsbury.co.uk
November 21, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Thanks to My Shrewsbury for making me blush.
I've finally updated my website and removed all the sold items, plus a load of new prints have dropped - as they say.
Spot anything you like?
ShropshireGOAT.com/shop
Spot anything you like?
ShropshireGOAT.com/shop
November 21, 2025 at 11:20 AM
I've finally updated my website and removed all the sold items, plus a load of new prints have dropped - as they say.
Spot anything you like?
ShropshireGOAT.com/shop
Spot anything you like?
ShropshireGOAT.com/shop
I guess Extreme Housewifery is 17 years old now. So that's a bit mad.
I should probably go back and thin out some of the old posts now. But who has the time?
I should probably go back and thin out some of the old posts now. But who has the time?
Laura Hadland: The Extreme Housewife
Leicester blog discussing food, wine, beer & spirits
www.extremehousewife.com
November 20, 2025 at 7:42 PM
I guess Extreme Housewifery is 17 years old now. So that's a bit mad.
I should probably go back and thin out some of the old posts now. But who has the time?
I should probably go back and thin out some of the old posts now. But who has the time?
Thanks @agoodbeerblog.bsky.social
This week’s jam packed beery news note were brought to you by many like @merryn02.bsky.social @thebeerfather.bsky.social @beervana.bsky.social @oldmudgie.bsky.social @morrighani.bsky.social @pelliclemag.com @courtiseman.bsky.social @boakandbailey.bsky.social
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and many more!
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and many more!
It’s that time of the year when Canadian and US holidays get most muddled up. Late Thanksgiving? No Boxing Day?? Me, I blame having an elected Senate system personally. Welcome to…
November 20, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Thanks @agoodbeerblog.bsky.social
Any English or Welsh winemakers out there who take a zero-intervention approach when it comes to frost protection?
November 20, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Any English or Welsh winemakers out there who take a zero-intervention approach when it comes to frost protection?
Our flooring contractor is very sweary. I am quite enjoying his expletive mutterings whenever he puts the phone down on anyone.
November 20, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Our flooring contractor is very sweary. I am quite enjoying his expletive mutterings whenever he puts the phone down on anyone.
This is a Red Man Alert. We've got A Man in.
November 20, 2025 at 10:03 AM
This is a Red Man Alert. We've got A Man in.
Happy Nightjar Day! Wye Valley Brewery release their nitro stout in cans today.
November 19, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Happy Nightjar Day! Wye Valley Brewery release their nitro stout in cans today.
I made it through the quiz, but I am definitely not good with peopling right now. Don't know how next week is going to pan out on that basis. Already not keen.
November 18, 2025 at 10:13 PM
I made it through the quiz, but I am definitely not good with peopling right now. Don't know how next week is going to pan out on that basis. Already not keen.
Suppose I should get off the sofa and go call a pub quiz.
Not feeling it. Good job it's only three minutes walk away otherwise finding the motivation could have been too much.
Not feeling it. Good job it's only three minutes walk away otherwise finding the motivation could have been too much.
November 18, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Suppose I should get off the sofa and go call a pub quiz.
Not feeling it. Good job it's only three minutes walk away otherwise finding the motivation could have been too much.
Not feeling it. Good job it's only three minutes walk away otherwise finding the motivation could have been too much.
I see the internet is partially down again.
Guess I'll do a different job now then.
Guess I'll do a different job now then.
November 18, 2025 at 12:46 PM
I see the internet is partially down again.
Guess I'll do a different job now then.
Guess I'll do a different job now then.
Conveniently, one of the articles that I wrote for Ferment, which has been nominated for a British Guild of Beer Writers award, is also reproduced on my blog, so you can have a little read.
Don't fear the foam.
Don't fear the foam.
Don't fear the foam ⋆ Laura Hadland: The Extreme Housewife
This article was first published in Ferment Issue 115. The stage was set. Two pristine bars, empty except for a
www.extremehousewife.com
November 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Conveniently, one of the articles that I wrote for Ferment, which has been nominated for a British Guild of Beer Writers award, is also reproduced on my blog, so you can have a little read.
Don't fear the foam.
Don't fear the foam.
Linoprints available on the webshop if anyone's looking for gifts. If I'm really organised I'll get the shop updated with all the new ones I have available... 🫥
Full Juice 1 - The Shropshire GOAT
Original linoprint with a gelliprint background on medium blue card. Total size is approximately A4. Print only. Prints will be mailed in a cardboard tube. £1 from each sale will…
shropshiregoat.com
November 18, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Linoprints available on the webshop if anyone's looking for gifts. If I'm really organised I'll get the shop updated with all the new ones I have available... 🫥
Not much to report on the Crooked House of late, sadly, but campaigners have released their Christmas merchandise to support their project.
The Crooked House Demolition ⋆ Laura Hadland: The Extreme Housewife
Events as they unfold regarding the Crooked House demolition in Himley. Links to the reported facts as we know them.
www.extremehousewife.com
November 18, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Not much to report on the Crooked House of late, sadly, but campaigners have released their Christmas merchandise to support their project.
Reposted by Laura Hadland
Sad news for Glasgow brewing in this article which confirms that Epochal has ceased trading ☹️
Here it is. The news on the union set in Glasgow that it has taken me six months to be able to publish.
Where will the historic union set move next? @teamdb.bsky.social HT @morrighani.bsky.social
November 17, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Sad news for Glasgow brewing in this article which confirms that Epochal has ceased trading ☹️
Here it is. The news on the union set in Glasgow that it has taken me six months to be able to publish.
Where will the historic union set move next? @teamdb.bsky.social HT @morrighani.bsky.social
Where will the historic union set move next?
Keeping a close eye on the exact whereabouts of one in four pieces of heritage brewing kit has become a priority for Laura Hadland. Here she explains why we should all stay watchful while pieces of hi...
www.thedrinksbusiness.com
November 17, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Here it is. The news on the union set in Glasgow that it has taken me six months to be able to publish.
I've just added a few more listings to the Shropshire Christmas light switch on directory. Events have already begun, but there are plenty more to look out for over the next few week.
Shropshire Christmas Lights Switch On 2025
The most comprehensive guide to Shropshire Christmas lights switch on 2025 on the web. Regularly updated as it happens.
shropshiregoat.com
November 16, 2025 at 9:20 AM
I've just added a few more listings to the Shropshire Christmas light switch on directory. Events have already begun, but there are plenty more to look out for over the next few week.
I find almost everything about this headline incredibly confusing. It is the Fosters story, in case you weren't sure.
November 15, 2025 at 8:33 PM
I find almost everything about this headline incredibly confusing. It is the Fosters story, in case you weren't sure.