Goddards, Sandown

Goddards is a significant and well established Isle of Wight brewery opening in 1993. In 2023 they moved to this new custom built premises which has a large public bar and restaurant. It is located in open countryside between Newport and Sandown and therefore only accessible by car or public transport. As you arrive first impressions are what a large and imposing building it is. Built in the modern 'wood and steel' industrial style it looms above you as you walk through the entrance. Once inside you have to navigate the ground floor office area and then climb to the first floor and the bar. This is open plan, large and roomy with windows overlooking the brewing apparatus. It is a big setup and you are able to walk onto a gantry to get a closer look. The staff were very welcoming, knowledgeable and chatty. Beers available included their South Island Pale Ale and Pompey Royal which I haven't seen for 30 years or so. This historic ale has been revived by Powder Monkey which I understand is a subsidiary of Goddards. For old time's sake I ordered a half of this and it was good. A typical 'last century' bitter. Even though it was a little weaker than the original it had good body and a strong malty flavour (NBSC 4). Foodwise (it was midday) I ate a beef brisket sandwich with fries and my friend a full English breakfast. He had a pint of cider and the whole bill came to £42.55, which seemed reasonable value give the high quality of everything. The place was clearly dog friendly and a small shop was present to provide beer and brewery products. I recommend this place if you can find someone to drive or just want a meal.

Goddards Bar & Kitchen on the CAMRA website - camra.org.uk

Goddards Bar & Kitchen on the CAMRA website - camra.org.uk

Facebook page of Goddards Bar & Kitchen - www.facebook.com

Facebook page of Goddards Bar & Kitchen - www.facebook.com

Official site of Goddards Bar & Kitchen - goddardsbrewery.com