A unique double‑experience for lovers of great coffee and exceptional craft spirits.

Minimum bid: £150

Two celebrated Wakefield independents, Recent Beans (RECENT Coffee Roasters) and Forged Spirits, have teamed up to create an incredible behind‑the‑scenes experience you won’t find anywhere else.

Start your journey at Recent Beans, Wakefield’s speciality small‑batch coffee roastery where beans are roasted fresh to order and where the magic of coffee is brought to life every day.
Then continue your adventure at Forged Spirits, the award‑winning Wakefield distillery crafting exceptional Yorkshire gin, vodka, and rum.

This is the perfect prize for coffee lovers, craft‑spirit fans, or anyone who loves a unique day out discovering exceptional local makers.

✨ What’s included:

At Recent Beans (RECENT Coffee Roasters):

• A guided visit to the roastery: see the coffee roasting process in action
• Learn about speciality coffee, sourcing, freshness and flavour
• Hands‑on intro to how to make great coffee at home
• Try your hand at latte art
• Freshly roasted coffee to take home

At Forged Spirits Distillery:

• A distillery tour to learn how their award‑winning spirits are crafted
• A drink at The Distillery Bar, their stylish speakeasy‑style bar at Tileyard North
• A bottle of the collaborative coffee spirit created by Recent × Forged (their coffee liqueur range)

Fine Print / Additional Details

• Date to be mutually agreed with both venues.
• Weekday or weekend options subject to availability.
• Suitable for individuals, couples, or small groups.
• Prize elements must be taken on the same day or on two separate days, flexible to suit you.

How to Bid

This prize will be part of the live auction at the
Theatre Royal Wakefield Gala: 40 Years Reimagined this Saturday.

If you cannot attend, or prefer to bid early, you may submit an advance sealed bid.

📩 To place an advance sealed bid, email Sarah Shooter.

Your bid will be confidential and carried forward to the live auction on the night.