Fan Dance : 4.3% abv - 1043° OG

The Breconshire Brewery is proud to announce a new, specially commissioned beer - Fan Dance. The beer is brewed with water drawn from under the hills of the surrounding Brecon Beacons National Park, floor malted Optic Barley and a combination of fresh whole-leaf hops, all grown in the UK.

This 4.3% abv beer is a bronze coloured brew, created using a pale, black and wheat malts and a blend of Progress and dwarf hops. A pleasing, slightly spicy aroma leads on to a gentle bitterness that builds to impressive heights, whilst the malty body shows its depth of character.

The Fan Dance is one of the British Army’s most gruelling physical tests. Originally devised as a part of the initial training for the Parachute Regiment’s Battle School, the Fan Dance is now a test run by the Infantry Battle School, as a mandatory part of the training and selection for Section Commanders, Platoon Sergeants and Platoon Commanders throughout the Infantry. The Fan Dance also forms part of the selection course for UK Special Forces.

The 25km route of the Fan Dance starts at the base of Cefn Cyff and climbs up to the summit of Fan y Big. The route then follows around behind the peak of Cribyn, and ascends Jacob’s Ladder to the summit of Pen y Fan, the highest peak in the Brecon Beacons. It’s then a downhill run to Storey Arms, across the road and up to the north of Fan Fawr, and then down into the Nant Valley. The climb up to Fan Dringarth involves each platoon carrying a stretcher laden with water jerry cans equivalent to the weight of a fully equipped soldier. Once the ridge is reached, the route continues along the ridge of Cefn Perfedd over Fan Llia, and descends to the finish just on the far side of the Afon Llia. All of this is done wearing full battle dress and equipment, including weapons and ammunition, and should be completed within 4 hours. This all adds up to an astonishing test both mentally and physically, and ensures that the Infantry commanders who complete the course are indeed among the best in the world.

For more details telephone the Brewery on 01874 623 731.
More information on the British Army and Infantry Regiments can be found at www.army.mod.uk.


Breconshire Head Brewer Buster Grant at the Summit of Fan y Big