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Closed · opens tomorrow at 2pm
Spookton Brew Co in Chester

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★ A brewery

Spookton Brew Co

Saint Thomas Pathway ·CH1 3LQ ·Brewery

A tucked-away Chester brewery taproom for fresh local beer, dogs, bring-in food and pop-ups. Good for people who care what is in the glass; wrong for cocktails, cask certainty or full pub food.

Closed · opens tomorrow at 2pm Saint Thomas Pathway 0.3 miles from The Cross
Best for Craft beer without the posing: fresh and Dog owners: this is one of the easier central Chester drinks stops with a dog in tow
Good to know Brewery on Saint Thomas Pathway and dog-friendly
Avoid if you need cheap lager rounds, table service, cocktails with dry ice, or a full pub menu.
  • Queen Street
  • Taproom
  • Brewery
  • Craft beer
  • Dog-friendly
  • Child-friendly
  • Food pop-ups
  • Bring-in food
  • Local beer
  • ££
8.6/10
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Google 4.7 78 reviews Tripadvisor 5.0 9 reviews
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Go here if...

  • You want a small Chester brewery taproom rather than another city-centre pub.
  • Fresh keg beer, hazy pales, IPAs, lager, stout or changing specials are the reason you are going out.
  • You have a dog and want an easier central stop.
  • You are happy to bring food in or check whether a pop-up is on.
  • You want somewhere tucked away but still close to Queen Street, Foregate Street and Frodsham Street.

Skip it if...

  • You want cocktails, cheap lager rounds or a full pub menu.
  • You need cask ale to be guaranteed.
  • You want a polished date-night bar with table service.
  • You are building dinner around a food pop-up without checking it is actually on.
  • You dislike taprooms, changing beer boards or slightly industrial rooms.

Check direct for current beers, food pop-ups, events, private hire, children, dogs and any changes to opening hours before making a special trip.

What it's like

Spookton Brew Co is a Chester brewery taproom off Queen Street for local beer, dogs, children, bring-in food, Saturday and Friday food pop-ups, private hire and low-key drinks.

Spookton is a working brewery taproom down St Thomas Pathway, just off Queen Street. It feels tucked away without being far away, which is a useful Chester trick.

The point is the beer. Expect a changing board, small-batch house pours and a relaxed room that feels more community workshop than hospitality concept.

Worth knowing

Spookton works because it is small, local and beer-first without making a song and dance about it. The trade-off is that the offer changes with the board, pop-ups and events, so check before expecting a full night to assemble itself.

Plan your visit

Address
St Thomas Pathway, off Queen Street, Chester CH1 3LQ.
Hours
Currently listed as closed Monday-Tuesday, 16:00-21:00 Wednesday-Thursday, 15:00-22:00 Friday, 13:00-21:00 Saturday and 14:00-20:00 Sunday.
Drinks
Spookton beers and taproom drinks. Cask may appear, but do not rely on it.
Food
Bring-in food is allowed, with pop-up food on Saturdays and some Fridays.
Dogs
Dog-friendly is listed and part of the venue's practical appeal.
Kids
Child-friendly is stated by the venue, but use normal taproom judgement around busy evenings.
Outdoor space
Outdoor seating is not clear enough to promise.
Access
Wheelchair-accessible entrance and toilet are listed.
Parking
No venue parking is listed. Use nearby city-centre parking or arrive on foot.

How to use it

  • Check the beer board and food pop-up before building the whole night around it.
  • Bring food in if the pop-up is not on and you want to stay longer.
  • Use it before or after Chester Market, Frodsham Street or a station-side plan.
  • Do not assume cask, cocktails or a full menu.

What's on and practical notes

Spookton can host pop-ups, quizzes, open mics, classes, exhibitions and private events. Check direct for what is on this week.

No checked TTDC event listings for this place right now. Check its own listings before building a visit around an event.

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FAQ

What is Spookton Brew Co Chester best for?

Local beer, taproom drinks, dogs, low-key meet-ups, food pop-ups and a quieter Queen Street detour.

Where is Spookton Brew Co?

It is on St Thomas Pathway, off Queen Street in Chester.

Does Spookton Brew Co serve food?

You can bring food in, and pop-up food is usually the thing to check for Saturdays and some Fridays.

Is Spookton Brew Co dog-friendly?

Yes, dog-friendly is listed and the venue presents itself that way.

Is Spookton Brew Co child-friendly?

The venue says it is child-friendly, but use common sense around busy taproom periods and events.

★ Nearby · 3 places on Saint Thomas Pathway

Nearby alternatives and add-ons.

The Leopard 1 min walk · Pub · Foregate Street The Leopard is a big, straightforward Foregate Street pub with sports screens, darts, pool and sensible drink prices doing most of the heavy lifting. It is more match-day base than cosy old Chester nook, which is exactly the point. Good for groups, football, a low-fuss pint and somewhere lively without pretending to be boutique. Food is not the main event here; go for sport, drinks and a bit of noise. Russell's Thai Tapas 1 min walk · Thai Restaurant · Foregate Street Russell's Thai Tapas is a Foregate Street Thai restaurant for small plates, group meal, sharing and casual dinner near the station side. Old Queens Head 1 min walk · Pub · Foregate Street Old Queens Head is a Foregate Street pub for cheap drinks, sport, pool, darts and karaoke-heavy nights when quiet is not the brief.
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