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8 Sail Brewery

@8sailbrewery.bsky.social
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Micro-brewery sited next to the UK’s only eight-sail windmill. Award winning beers, a unique location and special community. Established 2010. Heckington, Lincolnshire www.8sailbrewery.com

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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
We got a shout out last night on the telly box! Thanks to @joelycett.bsky.social and the #lycettarms team. #lycettarms #8sailbrewery #indiebeer #taproom #brewery www.instagram.com/reel/DeUJAs3...
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Some of the dogs of 8 Sail Brewery… We’re very lucky to have ample space to welcome well behaved good boys and girls, and here’s just a few of our canine regulars. #bskybeer #8sailbrewery #microbrewery #lincs #pubdog
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
It’s ok - the beer catches the eye 😉
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Didn’t realise that album had a cover of God Only Knows! Every day is a school day.
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Red Windmill and David Bowie - a winning combination! Cheers Geoff 🍻 #bskybeer
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Nice one @bsky.app - we can now add 10 images to a post! Here’s a snapshot of what we enjoy here at 8 Sail Brewery. #bskybeer #beer #microbrewery #heckington #lincolnshire
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Ah Geoff, thank you. And thanks to dad, too!
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Geoff Pearson @geoffpearson.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
It was my birthday on Tuesday, and my dad didn't let me down. A mixed case of @8sailbrewery.bsky.social goodness. Not the weekend yet, so a very sessionable "Ploughman's Lunch" EPA. I love this brewery, and this is a great one to revisit. #BskyBeer
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
4/4 We have Wee Heavy here at the taproom on cask and in 330ml bottles - find us next to the iconic Heckington Windmill. We’re open every day from 12pm. #8sailbrewery #newbeer #lincolnshire #90shillingale #bskybeer
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
3/4 Rich, caramel and toffee with some toasty notes are prominent while some dried fruit aroma is likely detectable for the discerning drinker. The warming alcohol is pleasantly rewarding, and complements the full-bodied nature of the ale.
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
2/4 It was decided to do it this year, the 16th anniversary of the brewery. The style has other names: Strong Scotch and 90 Shilling, and is the strongest of the scotch ales, comparable in strength to a barley wine, but with a less pronounced hop character.
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
1/4 We’re excited to announce our 16th Anniversary Beer: Wee Heavy, 8.2% “The beer is something I’ve been wanting to brew at 8 Sail for a couple of years” explains Paddy Bauwens, our Head Brewer.
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
We had you with us, in spirit!
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Devon Dympsy @devondympsy.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
Joining in somewhat vicariously with the @8sailbrewery.bsky.social May Fest today... Starting with this fruity little Damson Porter. 👍🍺 #BskyBeer
Image shows a bottle of 8 Sail Brewery's Damson Porter poured into a glass. 

The bottle and glass are placed in front of a blackboard that reads "Bar's Open"
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
#bskybeer #lincs #lincolnshire #beerfestival #microbrewery
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
We have a great weekend ahead here at #8sailbrewery. Our own award winning beers are joined by 12 guest beers from other great microbreweries. We have food from Lincolnshire Smokehouse (Friday) and Koala Kitchen (Saturday) from 5pm. Find us just east of Sleaford, Lincs. Next to a big windmill!
8 Sail Brewery Mayfest beer festival - 22 to 25 May, at Heckington Windmill, Hale Road, Heckington, NG34 9JW.

12 guest beers, guest ciders, our own award winning beers and great food.The beer garden at 8 Sail Brewery, Heckington, Lincolnshire.
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
Ahh lovely!
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
We get quite a few visits from those travelling to/from East Anglia - pop in next time you’re passing, if you have time 😊
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
How did it go down, Devon?
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Devon Dympsy @devondympsy.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Going out out tonight... So, just having a little livener first, and it's another from my @8sailbrewery.bsky.social stash. Red Windmill - Red Rye Beer. #BskyBeer
Image shows a bottle of 8 Sail Brewery Red Windmill beer poured into a glass.
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
They do, and they’ll soon be hosting an exhibition of wonderful artwork by an artist in the village (Patricia Mellet-Brown), so that might be another subject to discuss with them.
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Fiona Duncan @lincolnmaplady.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Print of #HeckingtonWindmill in #Lincolnshire, the only 8 sailed windmill of its type in the world! This is painted on an original #VintageMap from 1963. @8sailbrewery.bsky.social #LincsConnect #Upcycle #SmallBiz original-art-prints.sumupstore.com/product/heck...
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Heckington Windmill, Lincolnshire
Print of Heckington Windmill in Lincolnshire, the only 8 sailed windmill of its type in the world! This is painted on an original vintage map from 1963. 11x14 inches including mount
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Lovely! There we are! Have you spoken to the windmill gift shop about potentially stocking your prints?
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
We had the first of our new, monthly trad Irish session last Sunday, and a lovely afternoon it was! The session takes place on the last Sunday of the month, from 3pm. Were found right next to Heckington train station, just a few miles east of Sleaford, Lincs. Next to a big windmill. NG34 9JW
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
It was great fun to have @scottdalton.bsky.social and Amber from #bbc radio #lincolnshire at the taproom and brewery earlier this week. You can catch some of the interview with our new owner, Edward Quigley, here: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... #bskybeer #indiebeer #brewing #8sailbrewery
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Regular buys much loved Lincolnshire brewery - BBC Sounds
When the 8 Sail Brewery went up for sale, regular Edward Quigley stepped in to save it.
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Thank you! 🙏
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 22/03/2026
Have you visited us? You should… Find us just east of Sleaford, in Heckington. We have ample parking, and a train station *literally* next to our taproom and brewery. #indiebeer #bskybeer #beer #microbrewery #heckington #lincs
The large beer garden next to 8 Sail Brewery, in Heckington, Lincs. Photograph shows customers enjoying a pint in the sunshine, with the famous Heckington 8 Sailed Windmill in the background.A photograph of a greyhound lying on a blanket on the grass in the beer garden at 8 Sail Brewery, Heckington. In the foreground is a cold pint of Froglet - one of 8 Sail Brewery many beers.  A photograph taken from the car park at 8 Sail Brewery, showing a vintage Ford set against the backdrop of a gorgeous sunset.8 Sail Brewery taproom, shown next to Heckington Windmill and in the foreground is a bottle of Black Widow - our SIBA Awards strong, dark ruby mild amber National Finalist.
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Beer Today @beertoday.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
The 8 Sail Brewery, in Lincolnshire, has been acquired by a taproom regular who liked the beer so much, he bought the company! beertoday.co.uk/2026/03/13/8... #beer #beernews #brewery #brewerynews
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New owner for Lincolnshire’s 8 Sail Brewery - Beer Today
The 8 Sail Brewery, in Lincolnshire, has been acquired by a taproom regular who liked the beer so much, he bought the company!
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
This is great to see, Nigel - thank you.
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NigelSadler @nigelsadler.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Great news. I remember my visit some years ago where met Tony and Steve and looked round the working mill producing your grist. This resulted in my write up for the Journal of the Institute of Brewing & Distilling, as it was at that time. Best of luck for the future.
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
I’d like to make that happen, Tone! Let’s discuss next time we’re celebrating a win at the Swimmers.
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
“I am very proud to complete the purchase of the brewery” says Edward. “..and I am very excited about the future. We have a great team of staff, loyal customers who visit from near and far, and we make consistently great beer.”
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
“The brewery has gone from strength to strength and has earned a strong reputation for good quality beers.” says outgoing owner, Tony. “It’s satisfying to know that the brewery can continue to supply the discerning drinkers of Lincolnshire and beyond for many years yet.”
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Exciting news - instead of reporting another brewery closure, we’re delighted to announce that 8 Sail Brewery has a new owner. Founder Tony Pygott recently sold the much loved brewery to Edward Quigley, in a deal that will secure employment and supply of award winning beers. #bskybeer
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Live music returns to the taproom, with Twilight - a brilliant three-piece acoustic band, playing blues and country covers. Sunday 15th February, from 1800-2000. 8 Sail Brewery, Heckington Windmill, Heckington. Good beer, good music and good company. Don’t miss it! #heckington #sleaford
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Geoff Pearson @geoffpearson.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
An old-school "Victorian Porter" deserves an old-school glass. Another great beer from @8sailbrewery.bsky.social , who seem to relish in crafting a range of both traditional and contemporary beers. Roasted coffee flavours dominate, and it's yet another winner from the team at 8 Sail. #BskyBeer
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 11/01/2026
Cheers Geoff 🍻
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 04/01/2026
We’ve shared this lovely feedback over on our instagram, and you can find it here: www.instagram.com/p/DTGWTknimR... #BskyBeer #PaleAle
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8sailbrewery on Instagram: "Some lovely feedback for our SMASH Harlequin, received over on BlueSky from Geoff:“This is beautifully light and fresh, “Smash” (Ha…"
Some lovely feedback for our SMASH Harlequin, received over on BlueSky from Geoff:“This is beautifully light and fresh, “Smash” (Harlequin) single malt and single hop pale from #8sailbrewery. Incredible flavours.If you found this in a pub or a taproom, you’d be blown away - and I’ve now got (yet another) favourite hop.”We *really* appreciate feedback like this. Of course we do - it’s why we do what we do, so thank you Geoff and all those that enjoy our beers and ales.We make good beer…#craftbeer #brewery #heckington #paleale #sleaford #lincolnshire
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Geoff Pearson @geoffpearson.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
This is beautifully light and fresh, "Smash" (Harlequin) single malt and single hop pale from @8sailbrewery.bsky.social Incredible flavours. If you found this in a pub or a taproom you'd be blown away- and I've now got (yet another) favourite hop. #BskyBeer
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
You’re very kind, Geoff, thank you. It just so happens to be one of my (Ed) favourites from our range. But it’s always nice to hear it from outside the brewery. Cheers!
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Geoff Pearson @geoffpearson.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
I'm back to work tomorrow (for one day only), so to ease the blow I'm tucking into "Old Colony" American East Coast pale from @8sailbrewery.bsky.social . I've had this before and am pleased to report it's still fantastic, with the cascade hops doing their thing. #BskyBeer
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
It’s a tough task, Geoff, but we believe in you.
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
Thanks Geoff
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
A very Merry Christmas and best wishes for 2026 to all our customers, friends, supporters and neighbours, from all of us at 8 Sail Brewery. We value your support. #BSkyBeer #Brewery #Lincolnshire
The view of Heckington Windmill, on a foggy winter morning8 Sail Brewery, shown next to Heckington Windmill, lit up with Christmas lights. The backdrop is a cloudy sky during sunset.Members of Foss DyKe Brass Band perform Christmas carols and songs next to Heckington Windmill and 8 Sail Brewery.Stan - winner of a recent instagram competition; guessing the number of beers bottled by our team in one day. Stan is pictured at the bar in our taproom.
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
Delighted to read this, Geoff - big thanks to you (and dad!) for supporting us. Merry Christmas!
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
3/ Huge thanks again to @societyofindependentbrewers and category sponsors, and most of all to our fantastic patrons who set high standards for us to meet! We make good beer… 🍻 #siba #beerawards #indiebrewery #independentbrewery #8sailbrewery #heckington #sleaford #lincs
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
2/ Cask British Bitter (up to 4.4%) Windmill Bitter SILVER 🥈 Keg Stout & Porter (6.4% and under) Grainstorm SILVER 🥈 Cask Session Pale Ale (up to 4.4%) Froglet BRONZE🥉 Keg Session Pale Ale (up to 4.4%) Horizon BRONZE🥉
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
We’re delighted and proud to announce the latest awards for our beers - thanks to SIBA (society of independent brewers). Here’s the categories and our placement within each: Cask British Dark Beers (4.5 to 6.4%) Black Widow - GOLD 🥇 Category Champion 1/
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8 Sail Brewery @8sailbrewery.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
Our #oktoberfest event this year takes place on Fri 10th and Sat 11th October - save the date! We’ll have our usual selection of award winning beers and ales AND our new Festbier; 5.0%, medium bodied, with nutty tones. Food from The Grumpy German, and steins of lager - próst! #sleaford #lincs
Oktoberfest event at 8 Sail Brewery, Heckington (near Sleaford), in Lincolnshire. The event will take place on 10th and 11th October. Free entry.The Grumpy German - authentic German food, logoFries and frankfurter from The Grumpy German.
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