Brewing Traditions
Since 1709
The Village Inn and Arthur G Stout Bar in Celbridge has a history dating back to 1709. Today, it stands as more than just a Gastro pub, it is a living piece of brewing history, connecting Celbridge’s 18th‑century brewery roots to a global legacy.
Brewery was established
In 1709 James Carberry’s Brewery was established on the site where The Village Inn stands today.
Richard Guinness arrived in Celbridge
In 1722, Richard Guinness arrived in Celbridge and was employed as a
land steward by Archbishop Arthur Price of Oakley Park estate. One of
his duties was to supervise the brewing of beer for the workers on the
estate.
It was also in 1722 that Dr. Price took over James Carberry’s Brewery. It is assumed that this is the first house of the Guinness Family in Celbridge
Arthur Guinness is Born
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Arthur Guinness was born in Celbridge in 1725. He was named after the Archbishop who left both father and son £100 in his will.
Arthur Guinness brewed his first beer
So although the precise year remains unknown, it’s clear Arthur’s brewing roots began in Celbridge during his teenage years, in the 1740s.
The Bar is Renamed
Over time, the site transformed: Carberry’s brewery/inn went through several names including Breen’s Hotel, King’s, Norris’s.
The Village Inn is Established
In 2002, The Village Inn was established, and the pub has grown to become a cherished part of the community, a welcoming place where friends gather, stories are shared, and local traditions are celebrated.