By the Scottish Section
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Thursday, 4 June 2026 2:45PM - 6:30PM |
Barley Walk & Distillery Tour attendees: Meet at Falcon Gate Exit by Inverness Train Station for coach transfer. AGM-only attendees: Meet at Glen Ord Distillery, Muir of Ord, IV6 7UJ. |
Join us for a multi-site event bringing together a barley field walk, distillery and maltings tour, and the Scottish Section AGM.
From field to production, this event offers a practical look at barley growing conditions and modern malting processes used in brewing and whisky production. Alongside the technical insights, there will be plenty of opportunity to network with peers, exchange ideas, and stay up to date with developments across the industry.
The day concludes with the AGM, giving members the opportunity to contribute to the future direction of the Section.
Note
Hi-vis, safety footwear and a hard hat are essential for the maltings visit. There is a limited supply of hard hats available on site; those without will be accommodated during the maltings tour in the Singleton Brand Home.
We recommend wearing sturdy footwear and weatherproof clothing, as the field visit will take place on rough, ploughed ground.
Please note that the barley fields cannot be accessed by car.
Schedule
- 2:45 PM Meet at rear of Falcon Gate Exit, Inverness Train Station.
- If you are travelling to the train station by car, parking is recommended at the Inverness Old Rose Street Multi-storey Car Park IV1 1NQ.
- 3:00PM Coach to Highland Grain, Tore, for Black Isle Barley Field Visit to have a close inspection of the current crop in the ground with the farmer and maltster.
- 4:00PM Glen Ord Distillery & Maltings tour followed by Buffet and Networking
- 5:00PM AGM. The AGM is open for all Scottish section members and not restricted to those on the Barley Walk. Please note that the AGM will be in-person only with no Zoom/Teams access.
- 6:00PM Coach back to Inverness Train Station.
Why you should attend:
- Socialise and discuss the latest developments in brewing and distilling
- Enjoy great networking with peers and fellow professionals
- Have a say in the running of their section
Tickets: Limited to 35 spaces.
- Barley Walk and Distillery Tour: £10 per person - this includes coach from the train station to/from the sites and buffet.
- Click here to register. Please let us know any dietary requirements during registration.
- AGM: Free to attend.
Booking deadline: 28 May