EP57 | First & Last Brewery | Pints, Place and Provenance | Local Heroes Podcast

This week on the Local Heroes Podcast, Chris and Dan sit down with the dynamic brewing duo Sam and Red Kellie of First & Last Brewery. On the eve of the launch of Taste of Northumberland - an exciting new initiative celebrating the very best of the county’s food, drink, and hospitality - Sam and Red reflect on what truly matters: place, provenance, and community. From their early days of home brewing to building a brewery rooted deeply in the Northumberland landscape, they share how local ingredients, foraging, and seasonality shape their beers—and why staying true to where you are can be your greatest strength. At the heart of it all is a real sense of place - using ingredients that change year to year, meaning no two beers are ever quite the same. It’s about experimentation, storytelling, and creating something that could only come from Northumberland. We explore the realities of running an independent brewery, the challenges facing the industry, and how moments like COVID reshaped not just their business, but their connection to customers and community. Plus, as always, expect plenty of laughs - from travel mishaps and mozzarella mix-ups to hangover horror stories and the all-important debate: gravy or curry sauce on your chips Tune in now. Help support the podcast on our Patreon - patreon.com/LocalHeroesVIP