Set in the Kent countryside, Bleangate Brewery is blessed with fields surrounded by ancient oak woodlands. The brewery taproom and shop, 'The Cathedral', is a special place to worship the product of the bine and the grain, a wonderful place to stop by for a glass or two of beer, a takeaway or join the faithful at Firkins at Full Moon, our monthly gatherings.
Firkins at Full Moon events include a range of live music, and other entertainment. Click below to be added to the mailing list for regular monthly newsletters.
Upcoming Events
Summer Saturday Sounds
We are open on Sundays now and Sunday 28th June, we have live music from the wonderful singer Lee Thompson, yes, he’s back!!
Lee is a solo singer/guitarist. His sets consist of popular tunes ranging from the 60s all the way through to present day – sure to be a great afternoon!
Open 2pm Music 3pm Close 6pm
Five cask ales and two chilled keg beers!
Stone baked pizza and tasty toppings!
Summer Sunday Sounds
We are open on Sundays!
Ready for a toe tappin’ time?
Sunday 29th June, we have live music from the wonderful Gumbo!
Come to the brewery for some great music from Gumbo with their eclectic repertoire that incorporates a range of Blues, Gospel, Ragtime and more.
Guaranteed to both set toes a-tapping and occasionally, even tug on the odd heartstring!
Open 2pm Music 3pm Close 6pm
Five cask ales and two chilled keg beers!
Firkins at Full Moon in July
Male deer, which shed their antlers every year, begin to regrow them in July. Some refer to this moon as the thunder moon due to the summer storms.
Summer Saturday Sounds 12th July 2025
We are open on Sundays now and Sunday 12th July, we have live music from a local three piece band, The Bandits
Five cask ales and two chilled keg beers!
Stone baked pizza and tasty toppings!
The Bandits all sing, play more than one instrument, and love entertaining
In their musical armoury they have: bass and acoustic guitars, bass and tenor ukuleles, original vocal harmonies, mandolin, cajon and blues harmonica
Some great original songs, mainly in a prog rock style and cover other artists’ songs in their own unique style!! Sometimes rock, sometimes folkish, punkish and bluesish, but always Bandits!!
Sure to be a great afternoon!
Open 10am Music 2:30pm Close 6pm
Firkins at Full Moon in August
Named after North Americas largest fish, the Surgeon Moon is during the time that the species increased in number and is also referred to as the red moon due to the reddish hue it takes on in the summer skies.
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Firkins at Full Moon in October
October is the Preferred month to hunt summer-fattened deer and fox are unable to hide in bare fields.
Like the corn/hunters moon, this moon is particularly bright and long in the sky.
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Firkins at Full Moon in November
November’s full Moon is called the Beaver Moon, because beavers are particularly active at this time of year as they prepare for the winter months ahead.
Another interpretation is that Native American tribes would set beaver traps before the swamps froze, ensuring a supply of warm winter furs.
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