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Simon Walkden

@mazymixer.bsky.social
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Running, photography, Man Utd season tickets, and COO of leading independent brewery, Thornbridge.

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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Arkayla at the O2 Ritz in Manchester last night. 'Fortune Teller' sounding as good as ever with a full crowd sing along.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Yesterday's hot air balloon show at Chatsworth House.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
Farewell, Casemiro, and thanks for the memories from this last four years. #MUFC
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Pellicle @pelliclemag.com · 29/04/2026
The story of The Burton Union would be very different without the loving interference of some key figures in the beer world. Now @thornbridge.bsky.social are using theirs to make some of the best beer in the country. @totalcurtis.bsky.social heads to Bakewell. www.pelliclemag.com/home/2026/4/...
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The Union Forever — How Thornbridge Saved a Vital Piece of Brewing History — Pellicle
In January 2024 Garrett Oliver emailed Thornbridge co-founder and managing director, Simon Webster. He’d heard a rumour that Carlsberg were “laying the unions to rest,” and asked if the Derbyshire bre...
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
After completing my 14th consecutive Manchester Marathon last Sunday, I can now put my road running shoes away for a few months and enjoy the Peak District trails 😊
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
On Thursday, the @thornbridge.bsky.social Board visited our new Thornbridge & Co pub in London for the first time. The Wild Swan is on Fetter Lane in Holborn and she's a beauty 😍
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 22/03/2026
It was a beautiful morning in Sheffield yesterday for my long run. It's fair to say that I got a little bit carried away with the distance...
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Finally, confirmation today that it isn't worth the paper it's written on. #Brewdog
Brewdog share certificate from 2013
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Fantastic meal at Tom Lawson at The Psalter in Sheffield last night. We couldn't get booked in on a Thursday when they were offering 50% off their tasting menu price, so they honoured it for us on a Friday 🙏
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
We went to the absolutely stunning Atlas Bar in Singapore last night. More than 1,000 different gins on the menu, some dating back over 100 years, and also a particular beer I know quite well; @thornbridge.bsky.social Jaipur.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
Saturdays don't get much better than that!
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Thornbridge Brewery @thornbridge.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
We’re absolutely thrilled to be named one of The 8 Best Breweries in the UK in Pete Brown’s latest article for The Times. A massive thank you for the recognition. Read the full article here 🔗 www.thetimes.com/article/6218...
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The 8 best breweries in the UK — and the beers to try
Out of the country’s 1,600 breweries, these are the ones Pete Brown comes back to again and again
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 10/01/2026
Icy underfoot for this morning's run in the #PeakDistrict. An absolutely beautiful morning 😍
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
My favourite 12 mile running route in the Peak District. Bamford - Bamford Edge - Cutthroat Bridge - Derwent Edge - Ladybower Reservoir - Win Hill - Bamford Mill.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
First beer in our new @lakesbrewco.bsky.social pint glasses 😍
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
Our first visit to the brilliant new @lakesbrewco.bsky.social taproom in Ambleside. What a fantastic job the team have done 👌🍻
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
I'm on @itvcalendar tonight on ITV1 from 6pm, thanks to @kerriegosneyTV for inviting me to take part in her 'Seat With a View' series. It's also available to watch online, and don't worry, it features the scenery more than me 😄 www.itv.com/watch/news/a...
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
This is what can happen when it's not raining! The sky over Greenhill, #Sheffield, at 8am today.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 09/11/2025
That's five half and half scarves I can spot just in this small section of the Man City supporters. The state of top flight football these days 🤦‍♂️ #MCILIV
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
There is this one road, hidden away between Grindleford and Hathersage in the #PeakDistrict, that I have to visit at least once each autumn, to see the colours. It was looking beautiful at lunchtime today 🍂 (Photos need a click to expand)
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
After a fantastic launch party last night, The Fargate opens its doors to everyone from midday today. #Sheffield @thornbridge.bsky.social
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
At noon on Wednesday, The Fargate opens its doors to the people of #Sheffield and visitors to the city. Sitting proud at the top of Fargate in one of the city's most iconic buildings, we cannot wait until our newest @thornbridge.bsky.social & Co site is open.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
The camera does lie. There were at least another 100 people at the summit of Helvellyn when we reached it on today's hike. In such amazing weather, who can blame any of us. It doesn't get much better (or warmer) than this, even in the summer!
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
A perfect day's hike up Helvellyn from Grasmere today.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
Night run around #Sheffield city centre. @visitsheffield.bsky.social
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 04/10/2025
When brewed, cellared, and dispensed properly, this is why cask beer is the best beer 👌 cc @camraofficial.bsky.social @rogerprotz.bsky.social @petebrownbeer.bsky.social @atjbeer.bsky.social
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 20/09/2025
Stereotypical Manchester weather today. #MUNCHE
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
Up close and personal with Tim Booth tonight during a brilliant @wearejames.bsky.social set at Rock n Roll Circus at Don Valley Bowl in #Sheffield.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 30/08/2025
Interesting beer price list (I believe from a wholesaler of the time) dating back almost 50 years to 1976. It's good to see some familiar names! @atjbeer.bsky.social @petebrownbeer.bsky.social @rogerprotz.bsky.social @totalcurtis.bsky.social @drinksmaven.bsky.social @beesononbooze.bsky.social
Beer price list from 1976
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
Ash, The Charlatans & Manic Street Preachers at the wonderful Audley End House & Gardens on Saturday. Three brilliant live bands on a beautiful summer's day 👌
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 19/07/2025
Bayeux Commonwealth Cemetary.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 19/07/2025
Bayeux Cathedral.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
A little bit of Belgium coming back to the UK with me (via France), at a fraction of the price I'd have had to pay at home.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
Just €2 at the E.Leclerc hypermarket for this classic Belgian beer. Brewdog Wingman is more expensive 🤣🤣🤣
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
La Trappe 10% Quadrupel, just £2.20 from the local Carrefour supermarket. Vive la France! 🇫🇷
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 05/07/2025
Nobody expects....to see Sir Michael Palin twice in two days!
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 05/07/2025
What a privilege it was to spend an hour and a half listening to one of my all-time heroes, Michael Palin, being interviewed by Greg James at Crossed Wires Festival at #Sheffield City Hall last night. Wonderful 😊
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
@beesononbooze.bsky.social good interview on 5 Live just now, James. Well done getting your point across against Rachel's very one-sided viewpoint!
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 29/06/2025
Round Sheffield Run - Summer series weekemd. Very warm conditions to run it in yesterday and same again for today's runners.
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Jessica Mason @drinksmaven.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
Why Garrett Oliver and Thornbridge’s beer is history in motion www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/06/why-... @teamdb.bsky.social
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Why Garrett Oliver and Thornbridge’s beer is history in motion
A beer, made on historic brewing kit, using "super grain" Fonio and with a mission to support the careers of people of colour, has launched.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
A perfect evening for a trail run along the Peak District's 'Dragon's Back'.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 25/05/2025
Dear @bbcmotd.bsky.social, I think David Moyes is happy enough managing Everton.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 25/05/2025
Couldn't have happened to a nicer person! 👋 #MUNAVL
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 24/05/2025
My daughter's been working really hard for many weeks now, revising for her GCSEs. I feel bad that I'm taking her to Old Trafford tomorrow on an afternoon off from studying. I fully appreciate that it's not great parenting, but it will make revision feel more enjoyable.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 24/05/2025
A little reminder to whichever team wins today that a season of VAR sucking the enjoyment out of their football watching awaits next year!
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 24/05/2025
That was a cracking goal from Sheffield United. Premier League quality, you could say.
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Man Utd v Aston Villa on Sunday is, I can only imagine, going to be like attending the funeral of somebody you didn't really like. Can't wait 😫 #MUFC
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
"They never turned up," say the TNT Football commentary team about #MUFC. I'll admit that we weren't good enough, but as smash and grabs go, well played, Spurs 👏
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
The nerves I'm feeling today are reminiscent of the Champions League final v Chelsea in 2008. The difference that day was that we were the two best teams in Europe, which is definitely not the case tonight! #UELfinal #MUFC
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Simon Walkden @mazymixer.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
This is why people mustn't have BBQs, light fires, or smoke in the countryside, especially after such a long period of dry weather. Look at the devastation caused by a fire last Friday afternoon on Froggatt Edge in the #PeakDistrict.
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