Mount St Bernard Abbey near Coalville, is looking for volunteers to help bottle its Tynt Meadow beer.

A social media appeal has been posted by the Abbey which offers people the chance to work on a Tuesday and Wednesday every other week.

The message says that anyone interested can do as much or as little as they want.

Although the post does stress that some tasks are 'more strenuous than others'.

It reads: "We are looking to add to our fabulous and dedicated team of volunteers, without whom we wouldn't be able to bottle Tynt Meadow on site at the Abbey.

"Bottling is currently run over two consecutive days, every other week - normally Tuesday & Wednesday. Please note we don't ever work at the weekend.

"There are two sessions both days: AM - 9:00-13:00; PM - 14:00-17:00.

"Volunteer for the whole day and we will provide a hot lunch.

The entrance to Mt St Bernard Abbey in Oaks Road near Coalville. Photo: Instantstreetview.com

"Do as much or as little as you would like, no long-term commitment. Schedule agreed in advance.

"Open to both men & women 18+ of all abilities (some tasks are more strenuous than others!)."

The Mount St Bernard website describes the brewing process which takes place at the Abbey.

It says: "When the inviability of farming became obvious, we began to look for an alternative source of income and common work.

"We aimed to establish an industry in which many of us could be involved. Brewing met our requirements.

"After much careful research and community discussion, we decided to revive the Abbey's beer-making tradition.

"We know for a fact that beer was brewed here in the nineteenth century and, contrary to widespread perception, monastic brewing has never been confined only to the Low Countries.

"Past visitors to our community have left accounts expressing their liking for the monks' table beer.

"Although the historic recipe has been lost, we're certain that the ale we're brewing now is at least as delicious and nurturing."

It also describes its Tynt Meadow beer and adds: "Trappist beers tend to be named after the place in which the monastery is situated.

"We've called ours 'Tynt Meadow', to honour the link with the plot of land on which monastic life was refounded here in the Midlands almost two centuries ago.

"Being part of the great Trappist tradition, we've chosen to produce a strong dark ale, but one with a clearly English character.

"Tynt Meadow is mahogany-coloured, with a subtle, warm red hue, and a lasting beige head. Its aroma carries hints of dark chocolate, liquorice, and rich fruit flavours.

"The beer is full-bodied, gently balancing the taste of dark chocolate, pepper, and fig. It leaves a warm and dry finish on the palate."

If you are interested in finding out more and potentially coming down for a trial session, please email [email protected]