A mini documentary by Brewery Market, Ross Hamilton and Digital Dave
About The Lost Breweries of Twickenham
Twickenham has always been a brewing town, and it still is today!
For centuries, family-run breweries, bustling alehouses, and on-site brewpubs shaped the town’s identity. From the legendary Cole’s Brewery, which thrived for nearly 300 years, to the long-forgotten taps of Britannia Brewery, Twickenham’s beer history is as rich as its ale.
But what happened to them all? And how did Twickenham Fine Ales (founded 2004) and Jawbone Brewing (founded 2019) bring brewing back to the town after almost a century?
Join us as we uncover Twickenham’s lost breweries in a mini-documentary, tracing their rise, their fall, and the incredible revival that’s happening today.
Why not host a showing of The Lost Breweries of Twickenham?
The Lost Breweries of Twickenham mini-documentary has been shown several times already across the borough, including Brewery Market in Church Street, Twickenham, The Masons Arms in Teddington, and several private showings.
Why host The Lost Breweries of Twickenham?
Historical films are a communal event! While watching the mini-documentary online is great for reaching new audiences, ale aficionados and historians, the film is an ongoing project with adjustments being made to the latest cut when new facts arise. Every showing is a unique showing as audience feedback is taken on board and new sources are discovered!
If you’d like to host a showing of The Lost Breweries of Twickenham you can expect:
- An introduction from the makers to the mini-documentary ahead of the showing
- A screening at the best possible 4K quality (we can bring a projector if required)
- A Q&A with the audience after the showing
- Share and contribute your own memories and experiences to help the project evolve
- The Lost Breweries of Twickenham merchandise
- Help with publicity
If you own a real ale pub, run a local history society, or are a brewer looking to share a history of the trade with others we would love you to get in touch!
The Lost Breweries of Twickenham creative partners and credits
The Lost Breweries of Twickenham was a project made possible by the contributions of the local community and crowdfunded using Kickstarter to cover the costs of research, development and production.
Ross Hamilton aka “The Squire Presents”: History geek, author of the book Cycling in Surrey, qualified City of London tour guide and part time film maker. Ross has a knack for storytelling and a deep appreciation for cultural narratives, he brings a unique perspective to the project, enriching the historical context of Twickenham’s brewing past.
Digital Dave: A seasoned photographer, filmmaker, and digital content creator with over a decade of experience capturing dance, performance, and live events through film and photography. Dave’s expertise in behind-the-scenes videography ensured the short film authentically captured the essence of Twickenham’s brewing heritage.
Crowdfunders: Al Jamieson, Alex Lenoel, Andy Molloy, Arjan Geveke, Ben Hughes, Bruce Alford, Dave Rutter, David, Ed Harris, James Chard, Jordy de Muijnk, Mike Tivnen, Owen Davies, Ross McMahon, Talita Chaul, Tobias Handschuh
Acknowledgements: David Bleicher, Ed Harris, Stanley Stanley, The incredibly helpful staff at London Borough of Richmond Local Studies Library and Archives
Producer: Brewery Market
Writer & Researcher: Ross Hamilton (The Squire Presents)
Videographer & Editor: digitaldave.media
All sources correct at time of publishing.