
INSPIRED BY HISTORY
Thames Ditton Brewers are all about history and there is certainly an abundance of it throughout the village. Local neighbours Paul and Gareth co-founded the venture with the aspiration of bringing brewing back to the village. Dawes & Co (image courtesy of Keith Osborne) was the last known independent brewery in the village, situated on Giggs Hill Green 115 years ago in 1906. The idea to launch the business was born at one of the village's historic locations, the Thames Ditton Lawn Tennis Club, established in 1882 and the oldest lawn tennis club on its orignal site. With the assistance of a few coffees served by the coffee maestro Al of Cafe Noir, the idea was born.
OUR DISTINCTIVE ALES

Henry's Ait
Thames Ditton Island (Ait) began life in and around the 1500s as a mound of spoil turfed up in the Thames by the infamous Henry VIII to optimise his commute to Westminster. As shacks began to appear on the uninhabited Ait it transitioned into a notorious spot for Henry and his merry men to enjoy raucous sessions enroute home from their busy days in the city. Today, now connected by the iconic suspension bridge, the island is home to many good folk of the idyllic village of Thames Ditton.
Henry’s Ait
Amber Bitter 4.5%
A smooth, balanced bitter. Brewed with traditional English hops and malt varieties. Henry’s Ait is our interpretation of the classic British amber bitter ale with a herbal freshness and a pleasurable bitter finish.
Colour: Copper/Dark Amber
Hops: Challenger, Golding, Target
Malts: Cara, Crystal, Roasted Barley, Maris Otter Pale
Suggested food pairings
Jerk Chicken, Barbeque pulled pork, Pizza, Spaghetti Bolognese, Moussaka, Mussels
Cheeses: Mature Chedder, Manchego, Port-Salut, Gruyere and other tangy cheeses
Desserts: Carrot cake, pumpkin pie, spiced poached pears
Package options: 500ml bottles, 5l mini kegs

Ace Pilsner
Our Ace Pilsner has been inspired by the AC Ace sports car which was produced by AC Cars of Thames Ditton, England, from 1953 to 1963. The car was raced at Le Mans in 1957 and 1958. In the 1959 24 Hours of Le Mans, Ted Whiteaway and John Turner drove their AC Ace Bristol, registration 650BPK, to the finish, claiming top honours for the 2,000cc GT class and seventh overall behind six 3 litre cars.
Craft Lager 4.5%
A classic Pilsner brewed in the German style with at least six weeks of cold fermentation in the fermenters. The result is a crisp and refreshing Pilsner with a delicious complex taste.
Our Pilsner is a modern style lager.
Colour:Straw
Hops: Brewers Gold, Saaz
Malts: Pilsners, Lager, Extra Pale
Suggested food pairings
Fish and chips, Vietnamese dishes, spicy Thai curries, Chicken with lemon, Fish - plaice, hake or lemon sole
Cheeses: Mild Cheddar, Caerphilly, Wensleydale, young Brie, Camembert, Goats, Havarti
Desserts: Light flavoured fruit desserts such as Pavlova or lemon tart
Package options: 330ml bottles, 5l mini kegs

Limited Edition Stag Porter
As with all our beers there's history behind the name. Our Stag Porter relates to Richard ‘Dickie’ Porter, the Royal Deer Catcher, who rented The Old Slaughterhouse together with the old butcher’s shop at No.6 the High Street, Thames Ditton.
The Old Slaughter House c1580 is the oldest secular building in Thames Ditton and it was used by the Royal Deer Catcher Richard Porter from 1860-1921
Stag Porter 4.6%
A contemporary take on a historic London style beer with an interesting mix of six different malts. Expect the flavours of coffee and chocolate with the aroma of roasted caramel on the nose.
Colour: Dark Chocolate
Hops: Challenger, Goldings, Bramling Cross
Malts: Planet Pale, Amber, Rye Crystal, Dark Crystal, Black, Roasted Barley
Suggested food pairings
Jerk Chicken, Barbecue pulled pork, Pizza, Spaghetti Bolognese, Moussaka, Mussels
Cheeses: Stilton and other blue cheeses
Desserts: Chocolate, Hazelnut, Salted Caramel tarts and chocolate cookies
Package Options: 500ml bottles, cask

Screaming Queen
The most famous ghostlike image at Hampton Court Palace is said to be the “Screaming Queen” who is believed to be Henry VIII’s fifth wife Catherine Howard. The pair were married in July 1540, however within twelve months of their marriage, rumours began circulating that she was being unfaithful to Henry VIII and as a result he had her beheaded. It is said that prior to her execution, she broke free from the guards and ran along the Haunted Gallery screaming for Henry to pardon her. She was ultimately killed and her ghost is still said to wander the Palace still screaming for mercy.
Screaming Queen IPA 5%
Our Californian style IPA is brewed with a combination of five US and new-world hops for a distinctive taste experience. The late dry hopping with US Cascade and Simcoe creates a taste of the tropics on the palate with a satisfying bitter twist.
Suggested food pairings: Indian food, Mexican food, burgers, steaks and other grilled meats.
Cheeses: Milder blue cheeses such as Gorgonzola or Cambozola.
Desserts: Chocolate and ginger spiced truffles, Carrot cake with cream cheese topping, Caramel apple tart
Colour: Pale Gold
Hops: Cascade, Chinook, Summit, Eldorado, Simcoe
Malts: Pale, Wheat Caramel
Package Options: Keg, Cask, 500ml bottle
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Screaming Queen IPA 500ml
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Henry’s Ait Amber Ale 500ml
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Ace Pilsner 330ml
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Limited Edition Stag Porter 500ml
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3 x 500ml Screaming Queen IPA in a Gift Presentation Box
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3 x 500ml Henry’s Ait in a Gift Presentation Box
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3 x 330ml Ace Pilsner in a Gift Presentation Box
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3 x 500ml Stag Porter in a Gift Presentation Box
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2 x 500ml Stag Porter & 1 x 500ml Henry's Ait in a Gift Presentation Box
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2 x 500ml Henry's Ait & 1 x 500ml Stag Porter in a Gift Presentation Box
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Henry’s Ait 5 litre mini keg
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Ace Pilsner 5 litre mini keg
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OUR SHOPS
Local shops and cafes selling our bottled beers
- Budgens, Thames Ditton High Street
- Thames Food & Wine, Thames Ditton High Street
- Hinchley Wines, Hinchley Wood
- Chessington Garden Centre Farm Shop
- Green and Lovely, Bridge Road, Hampton Court
- First Stop Convenience Store, Surbiton
- Miss Polly Riverside Cafe, East Molesey

OUR PUBS
Local Pubs serving our ale on cask (Rotational)
- Hampton Court Palace Golf Club
- The Mute Swan, Hampton Court
