Bristol Beer Factory soar Ashton Gate spirits

Article posted by Coliseum, July 20^th, 2021

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The Ashton Gate Stadium (UK) recently announced a new partnership with Bristol Beer Factory.

The ‘Ashton Gate Stadium’ stated that the home of independent beer in the region, Bristol Beer Factory will supply their versatile range of products in concourses, concessions and hospitality at Ashton Gate during the 2021-2022 campaign.

Ashton Gate is a stadium in Ashton Gate, Bristol, England (UK), and is the home of Bristol City F.C. and the Bristol Bears. Located in the South-West of the City, just South of the River Avon, it currently has an all-seated capacity of 27,000.

The Bristol City Football Club is a professional football club based in Bristol, England (UK). They currently play in the English Football League (EFL) Championship, the second tier of English football. Founded in 1894, they have played their home games at Ashton Gate since 1904. The club’s latest appearance in the English top-flight was in 1980.

The Bristol Bears are a professional rugby union club based in Bristol, England. They play in Premiership Rugby, England’s top division of rugby.

Established in 2004, the Bristol Beer Factory in Bristol (UK) brings an ever-changing range of fresh, exciting and sessionable beers (of beer relatively low in alcohol content and therefore suitable for drinking over an extended period) to buy online or enjoy in its independent bars and pubs.

The ‘Ashton Gate Stadium’ further stated that with a Tap Room and brewery on North Street, as well as iconic venues located in Southville and the Arnolfini Harbourside, Bristol Beer Factory is the City’s leading brewery of independent beers.

Noted Mark Kelly, Managing Director, Ashton Gate Limited, “We’re really proud to launch this partnership with Bristol Beer Factory – a local, independent brand that shares our dynamic values. At Ashton Gate, we care about supporting local suppliers and businesses and we have a consistent track record to show that. Bristol Beer Factory’s venues are a stone’s throw from the stadium, so it’s fantastic to be promoting and supporting Bristol-based brands.”

Added Kelly, “With the growth of our venue and the recently submitted planning application for our new Sporting Quarter, it’s a really exciting time for the organization and Bristol Beer Factory are a great fit to join us on the journey.”

Mark Kelly, Managing Director, Ashton Gate Limited, UK, is a Member of Coliseum – Global Sports Venue Alliance.

Sam Burrows, Sales and Distribution Director, Bristol Beer Factory, added, “This is a significant moment for Bristol Beer Factory, and we are proud to become a new supplier to Ashton Gate. Bristol is a City that loves to innovate and will support independent brands. To be able to deliver our products to a new audience within the stadium is a great testament to the vision and collaborative nature of Ashton Gate.”

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