Bridgetown cidery celebrates 24th birthday with a side of St Patrick's Day

A Bridgetown cidery celebrated its 24th birthday at the weekend with a bit of green spirit as it kicked off the party with some Saint Patrick’s Day fun. The Cidery celebrated its birthday on Sunday with special food and beverages being served all day as guests dressed in green to get into the St Patrick’s Day spirit. Live entertainment played throughout the afternoon, with Hayden McGlinn, the O’Wallace Band and John Wilson playing several famous Irish tunes along with their own music, to commemorate the occasion for those wanting a bit of Irish spirit. Having opened in 2000, the Bridgetown venue has been a place for those wanting a local cider, a hearty lunch and live music to enjoy on an afternoon or evening near town, with the addition of the Blackwood Distillery allowing for guests to enjoy gin and liqueur. Cidery manager Lou Wilson said the celebrations had brought in both those from the Bridgetown community and those travelling through, with their Irish Red Ale being a popular beverage during the day. “It’s been really good and lots of fun, with lots of locals, regulars and tourists as well,” she said. “The Irish Red has been quite popular with the crowd and there’s been plenty of good music playing all day.” She reflected on the business’ milestone of making it to 24 years of service, and said all the staff were proud of the work put into the venue and looked forward to future seasons. “It’s a big achievement reaching the 24-year mark for a business, especially these days.” “24 years is a long time, and we’re all proud of the hard work we’ve put into this place, and the history and the award-winning beers and ciders we have, and working local with business in town.” “We’re happy to keep moving forward and having a good time, and changing with the seasons with autumn coming, so we’ll have the fire roaring inside on a Friday night.”