Counting Sheep? Have You Tried Counting Hops? Hops for Sleep: Why Our Garlands Are the Ultimate Natural Sleep Aid

Counting Sheep? Have You Tried Counting Hops? Hops for Sleep: Why Our Garlands Are the Ultimate Natural Sleep Aid
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Counting Sheep? Have You Tried Counting Hops? Hops for Sleep: Why Our Garlands Are the Ultimate Natural Sleep Aid

Historically, it was said that hop pickers were the best-rested workers in England. Why? Because hops for sleep have long been regarded as one of nature’s most potent, and often overlooked, natural sleep aids. Today, we are seeing a beautiful convergence of wellness and interior design. No longer relegated to the rafters of a country […]

18th May 2026
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Days Out In Kent: Why We Are The “Ultimate Britcation” According To The Times

As a fifth-generation family farm, heritage is at our heart, but we are also evolving. The Times recently featured us and one of our new diversification: the opening of The Hop House Taproom @mccannsbrewery located in our old oast. Within the article The Times recently featured us as the “ultimate ‘Britcation’,” and for a 5th-generation […]

13th May 2026
Traditional pub interior with hop garlands draped across ceiling, wooden bar counter with beer taps, and burgundy decor

From our Farm to your Bar: The Story of the Hop Garland in Hospitality

Bring authentic brewing character into your space with our traditional hop garlands from our Kent family farm. Perfect for pubs, bars, hotels and restaurants, they add natural texture, heritage and a refined British feel. While many search for “hop vines” when planning their hospitality decor, they are technically “bines”—climbing by wrapping their stems rather than […]

29th April 2026
Bride and groom taking a selfie at wedding reception with guests, hop garland decorations, wooden beams, and place settings visible

Guide & Inspiration: Using Hops for Weddings – Statement Styling Without the Stress

Whether your wedding is in a timber-framed barn, a rustic yurt, a grand castle, a charming local pub, a grand estate or a marque in a field; the atmosphere is rooted in a sense of place and history. If you are looking to capture that unique “sophisticated rural” aesthetic, one element has emerged as the […]

21st April 2026
Before and after fireplace mantel decorated with dried hops garland, green walls, wooden beams, and ambient lighting

How to Dry Hops for Decoration: The Effortless Guide to “drying” your Hop Garlands

There is something undeniably evocative about the sight of lush, green hops draped over a rustic timber beam. It’s that timeless charm of the English countryside. Whether you call them hop vines or, as we technically do on the farm, hop bines, these botanical beauties have become the “must-have” accessory for anyone looking to infuse […]

9th April 2026
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Bines Not Vines: The Science Behind the Confusion

If you’ve ever scrolled through Pinterest or flipped through a high-end interior design magazine, you’ve likely seen them: those lush, green, sprawling plants draped over rustic oak beams or framing a farmhouse window with an effortless, English-countryside charm. Most people: from enthusiastic home decorators to blushing brides: call them hop vines. It’s a natural mistake […]

26th March 2026
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Harvest 2025- Green Hop Special

We take a look back at the 2025 Harvest and the seasonal delight of green hop beers with a little help from our friend Sean McEmerson This year, much like the previous years, demand for green hops was exceptionally high, with brewers nationwide eager to create their own unique take on a traditional seasonal beer […]

25th November 2025
Outdoor beer garden with colorful umbrellas overhead, wooden tables full of diners, brick buildings, yellow awning with German text, ivy-covered walls

Discover German Beer in the UK: Best Brews & Brands

Explore the best German beer in the UK, from traditional brands to craft brews. Find top pubs and festivals for an authentic taste.

19th April 2024
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Lactose-Infused Beers: Taste Trends in the UK

Discover the creamy richness of beers with lactose, a UK taste trend redefining craft brews. Explore your favourite lactose-infused ales and stouts!

19th April 2024
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Coffee-Infused Beers: UK’s Latest Craft Brews

Explore the world of coffee-infused beers as we delve into the UK’s craft brew scene. Discover your perfect beer and coffee pairing today.

19th April 2024