Laura Hadland
@morrighani.bsky.social
Drinks writer and printmaker. The Susanna Forbes Cider Communicator of the Year. My latest book, 'Beer Festivals', is out now.
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Laura Hadland
@morrighani.bsky.social
· May 8
Beer Festivals, A Great British Tradition - CAMRA shop
Beer and cider festivals have been mainstays of the British drinking calendar for more than 50 years, and have played a huge role in shaping the beer landscape of the UK, in all its richness and diver...
shop1.camra.org.uk
Happy publication day to 'Beer Festivals: a great British tradition'.
My second book is out in the world, and you can get your hands on a copy from the CAMRA website now.
My second book is out in the world, and you can get your hands on a copy from the CAMRA website now.
OK, my Spotify has finally been utterly usurped by the baby. This is all her work. All of it.
At least we can agree on Creedence.
At least we can agree on Creedence.
December 3, 2025 at 7:45 PM
OK, my Spotify has finally been utterly usurped by the baby. This is all her work. All of it.
At least we can agree on Creedence.
At least we can agree on Creedence.
Oh lordy, written another article that has me in tears. Buckle in for when that one is published.
December 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Oh lordy, written another article that has me in tears. Buckle in for when that one is published.
I can't believe Wisconsin Death Trip has been one of my favourite albums for 25 years now, but here we are.
December 2, 2025 at 2:33 PM
I can't believe Wisconsin Death Trip has been one of my favourite albums for 25 years now, but here we are.
It's festive raffle time!
Kimberley's fundraiser for Trussell Trust
Help Kimberley Spivey raise money to support Trussell
www.justgiving.com
December 1, 2025 at 10:09 AM
It's festive raffle time!
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I’m not very good at self-promotion, but here’s a repost for the Sunday readers out there 🙂 There’s a claim that is being repeated more often of late that cyder was a different and superior drink to cider. In this long read (perfect with a cup of tea or a glass of cider) I debunk this modern myth.
Modern Myth-Busting: The Cyder Controversi
Barry debunks the myth that ‘cyder’ and ‘cider’ are different drinks, tracing the spelling history and enduring cultural heritage of cider.
cider-review.com
November 30, 2025 at 12:57 PM
I’m not very good at self-promotion, but here’s a repost for the Sunday readers out there 🙂 There’s a claim that is being repeated more often of late that cyder was a different and superior drink to cider. In this long read (perfect with a cup of tea or a glass of cider) I debunk this modern myth.
Anyone know how to shut your brain off when you wake up worried in the night and your mind starts to prepare an article about the concern (in fact several tonight), apparently as a coping mechanism?
I've jotted down notes. Hopefully, that will be enough to encourage sleep after a restless few hours
I've jotted down notes. Hopefully, that will be enough to encourage sleep after a restless few hours
November 30, 2025 at 3:47 AM
Anyone know how to shut your brain off when you wake up worried in the night and your mind starts to prepare an article about the concern (in fact several tonight), apparently as a coping mechanism?
I've jotted down notes. Hopefully, that will be enough to encourage sleep after a restless few hours
I've jotted down notes. Hopefully, that will be enough to encourage sleep after a restless few hours
Reposted by Laura Hadland
It's that time of year folks, it's time for #Blueblivion!! Rules and T&Cs are below, please feel free to share around, would be lovely to get plenty of people joining in on the fun and maybe we can raise a tiny bit of dosh for charity in the process 🐮
November 29, 2025 at 2:41 PM
It's that time of year folks, it's time for #Blueblivion!! Rules and T&Cs are below, please feel free to share around, would be lovely to get plenty of people joining in on the fun and maybe we can raise a tiny bit of dosh for charity in the process 🐮
Tom's written about Boddingtons for the Telegraph and quotes, well everyone really, including me.
Boddingtons is back. But you might not recognise it...
The revival of a legendary Manchester cask ale could herald a new golden age for Britain’s heritage beers
www.telegraph.co.uk
November 29, 2025 at 8:54 AM
Tom's written about Boddingtons for the Telegraph and quotes, well everyone really, including me.
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Next we have The Susanna Forbes Award for Best Communication About Cider, sponsored by the National Association of Cider Makers
🏆 Gold: Laura Hadland
🥈 Silver: Gabe Cook
🏅 Highly Commended: Rachel Hendry & Anaïs Lecoq
#BGBW25
🏆 Gold: Laura Hadland
🥈 Silver: Gabe Cook
🏅 Highly Commended: Rachel Hendry & Anaïs Lecoq
#BGBW25
November 28, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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Just a handful of awards to go! Time for the Best Short-Form Beer Writing, sponsored by Shepherd Neame
🏆 Gold: Cliff Lucas
🥈 Silver: Laura Hadland
🏅 Highly Commended: Katie Mather
#BGBW25
🏆 Gold: Cliff Lucas
🥈 Silver: Laura Hadland
🏅 Highly Commended: Katie Mather
#BGBW25
November 28, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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Next we have the Best Communication about No and Low Alcohol Beer, sponsored by Budweiser Brewing Group UK & Ireland
🏆 Gold: Rob Fink
🥈 Silver: Martin Dixon
🏅 Highly Commended: Laura Hadland
#BGBW25
🏆 Gold: Rob Fink
🥈 Silver: Martin Dixon
🏅 Highly Commended: Laura Hadland
#BGBW25
November 28, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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£6 from BHF Shrewsbury. It has pockets!
I think the highlight of the @britbeerwriters.bsky.social awards has to be @morrighani.bsky.social's absolutely *awesome* frock!
Next we have The Susanna Forbes Award for Best Communication About Cider, sponsored by the National Association of Cider Makers
🏆 Gold: Laura Hadland
🥈 Silver: Gabe Cook
🏅 Highly Commended: Rachel Hendry & Anaïs Lecoq
#BGBW25
🏆 Gold: Laura Hadland
🥈 Silver: Gabe Cook
🏅 Highly Commended: Rachel Hendry & Anaïs Lecoq
#BGBW25
November 28, 2025 at 9:03 AM
£6 from BHF Shrewsbury. It has pockets!
Literally 10 minutes before I get off the train and I've just seen an ad on the carriage screen telling me they stock @redwillowbrewery.bsky.social on board.
Dammit. I would totally have gone for that, if I'd known.
Avanti Glasgow-Euston line, in case you were wondering.
Dammit. I would totally have gone for that, if I'd known.
Avanti Glasgow-Euston line, in case you were wondering.
November 27, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Literally 10 minutes before I get off the train and I've just seen an ad on the carriage screen telling me they stock @redwillowbrewery.bsky.social on board.
Dammit. I would totally have gone for that, if I'd known.
Avanti Glasgow-Euston line, in case you were wondering.
Dammit. I would totally have gone for that, if I'd known.
Avanti Glasgow-Euston line, in case you were wondering.
Though I didn't know it at the time, one of the most useful life lessons I learned as an adult was the benevolent clap, when someone else wins an award you were also nominated for.
@neverenoughshoe.bsky.social taught me the skill and I feel it will be deployed on numerous occasions this evening.
@neverenoughshoe.bsky.social taught me the skill and I feel it will be deployed on numerous occasions this evening.
a woman with red lipstick is applauding while sitting in a crowd with abc written on the bottom
Alt: a woman with red lipstick is applauding while sitting in a crowd with abc written on the bottom
media.tenor.com
November 27, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Though I didn't know it at the time, one of the most useful life lessons I learned as an adult was the benevolent clap, when someone else wins an award you were also nominated for.
@neverenoughshoe.bsky.social taught me the skill and I feel it will be deployed on numerous occasions this evening.
@neverenoughshoe.bsky.social taught me the skill and I feel it will be deployed on numerous occasions this evening.
Having to break the news to someone that their (adult) child has taken their own life is not the one, I can tell you. Would not recommend. I will now be shaking and sobbing for the rest of the day.
November 26, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Having to break the news to someone that their (adult) child has taken their own life is not the one, I can tell you. Would not recommend. I will now be shaking and sobbing for the rest of the day.
Every time I think about travelling tomorrow I get a little hit of terror in my stomach. So that's fun.
November 26, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Every time I think about travelling tomorrow I get a little hit of terror in my stomach. So that's fun.
I delivered the 'porn or pony' (My Little Pony or adult film actor name) round with surprising professionalism in my pub quiz tonight until I had to clarify that Rainbow Dash is, in fact, spelled with a D, at which point I utterly lost it.
November 25, 2025 at 10:00 PM
I delivered the 'porn or pony' (My Little Pony or adult film actor name) round with surprising professionalism in my pub quiz tonight until I had to clarify that Rainbow Dash is, in fact, spelled with a D, at which point I utterly lost it.
Sharing mainly to emphasise that I did not write the headline.
Access Restricted
www.telegraph.co.uk
November 25, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Sharing mainly to emphasise that I did not write the headline.
2.5 hours to write something is always a bit of a panic. Not sure how proper newspaper journalists cope with doing it every day.
November 25, 2025 at 5:09 PM
2.5 hours to write something is always a bit of a panic. Not sure how proper newspaper journalists cope with doing it every day.
Sushi Kaji write up is now live over on My Shrewsbury.
Sushi Kaji Shrewsbury: Refined Sushi & Comforting Ramen
Discover Sushi Kaji in Shrewsbury—expert sushi, warming ramen and elegant dining. Enjoy precision-crafted dishes, great value set meals and serene service.
www.myshrewsbury.co.uk
November 25, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Sushi Kaji write up is now live over on My Shrewsbury.
New book stock has arrived - I've got more copies of Beer Festivals in my webshop in case you're looking for nice Christmas presents for folk.
And I've updated all the prints on there, so lots of treats to choose from. shropshiregoat.com/product/beer...
And I've updated all the prints on there, so lots of treats to choose from. shropshiregoat.com/product/beer...
November 25, 2025 at 9:14 AM
New book stock has arrived - I've got more copies of Beer Festivals in my webshop in case you're looking for nice Christmas presents for folk.
And I've updated all the prints on there, so lots of treats to choose from. shropshiregoat.com/product/beer...
And I've updated all the prints on there, so lots of treats to choose from. shropshiregoat.com/product/beer...
I'm going to have to put Spotify on. I've got Jingle Bells stuck in a loop today, thanks to Bam Bam practising it on her ukulele before school this morning.
November 24, 2025 at 10:40 AM
I'm going to have to put Spotify on. I've got Jingle Bells stuck in a loop today, thanks to Bam Bam practising it on her ukulele before school this morning.
Reposted by Laura Hadland
#SurvivorsOfSuicideLossDay helps people find understanding and connection through shared experience.
It reminds us that even in the midst of loss, hope and healing are possible 💛💜💛
#DaddyBlackbird #SuicideLoss #Healing #Hope 🐦⬛
It reminds us that even in the midst of loss, hope and healing are possible 💛💜💛
#DaddyBlackbird #SuicideLoss #Healing #Hope 🐦⬛
November 22, 2025 at 7:01 PM
#SurvivorsOfSuicideLossDay helps people find understanding and connection through shared experience.
It reminds us that even in the midst of loss, hope and healing are possible 💛💜💛
#DaddyBlackbird #SuicideLoss #Healing #Hope 🐦⬛
It reminds us that even in the midst of loss, hope and healing are possible 💛💜💛
#DaddyBlackbird #SuicideLoss #Healing #Hope 🐦⬛
That's the way to do it.
November 22, 2025 at 3:26 PM
That's the way to do it.
Date night. Well, date lunch.
November 21, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Date night. Well, date lunch.