It was in an old industrial cement shed in the spring of 2022 that the first pint of Flying Trunk was brewed. Since that momentous day, we’ve dared to believe we might just pull this off.
We’re small (technically nano), but that’s part of our charm — and a real advantage over the big guns. It means we can stay nimble, experiment freely, and focus on what truly matters: FLAVOUR.
Small-batch brewing gives us the freedom to create thoughtful, quality beer using only the best ingredients and absolutely no adjuncts. Whether it’s cask, keg, or bottle, each beer is traditionally conditioned (CAMRA One to Try), allowing the yeast to mop up every last morsel of sugar and create perfect, natural CO₂ bubbles — the ideal start to a proper pint.
We’ve now moved into our new, larger premises — just next door — and opened the doors to our very own Tasting Room & Bottle Shop. It’s a relaxed, comfortable space where you can sample our latest brews, take your favourites home, and talk nonsense about hops.
MET SOME OF THE REGULARS
SPECIAL GUESTS
TASTING ROOM & BOTTLE SHOP
We’re chuffed to bits to announce we’ve found ourselves brand new, larger premises — just next door — and opened the doors to our very own
Tasting Room & Bottle Shop.
It’s a relaxed, welcoming space where you can:
- Sample our freshest brews straight from the source
- Take your favourites home with you
- Talk absolute nonsense about hops (we strongly encourage it)
A Space for Grown-Up Beer Lovers
Our Tasting Room is fully accessible and built on one simple belief: great beer should be for everyone.
That said, due to council regulations, we’re strictly
over 18s only —
No children allowed, even the exceptionally cute ones (we know, we’re gutted too).
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Please note: there’s no on-site parking.
But don’t worry — there are two free car parks in Forest Row village, both just under a 10-minute walk away. Plenty of time to build up a thirst.
🌱 100% Vegan-Friendly
Every beer we serve is completely vegan — No animal products. No compromise. Just proper beer.
🚍 Getting Here is Easy
Catch the 270 bus — aka The Pint Size Pilgrimage — and hop off at Tomtits Lane. We’re just a 1-minute wander from the stop.
Come Say Hello - Whether you’re arriving on foot, by bike, or by bus, we can’t wait to welcome you. Come in, get comfy, and make yourself at home.
ABOUT US
Hi! I’m Rich — the one on the left — a full-blown beer nerd and enthusiastic (possibly obsessive) home brewer. On the right is my wife Kate: a creative force of nature and, unexpectedly, a brilliant Brewster. This picture captures us sharing the very first pint of our own beer, freshly poured by an actual publican — the slightly stunned, excited expressions (and rosy cheeks courtesy of Past Your Bedtime) say it all.
Our brewing journey began after we stepped away from our much-loved teardrop caravan pizza business, The Tinderbox. With some time, a tiny kitchen, and a whole lot of passion, I dove into brewing — and before long, we found ourselves the proud owners of the Flying Trunk Brewery
Since launching our first beers in late 2022, we’ve been overwhelmed by the support of the local community and venues like The Engine Room, Cobbetts, and Anchored. Our debut beer, Past Your Bedtime, picked up a CAMRA Gold at our very first beer festival in March 2023 — and we've since gone on to win several more.
We like to say we’re “Taking the Scenic Route” — growing slowly, brewing thoughtfully, and enjoying every step of the adventure. Our goal is to share great beer with great people, while staying true to the quality and flavour we love... because we drink it too!
