The secrets of Quarr Abbey ale have been revealed in a BBC tv programme.

The award-winning brew features in Heaven Made at Christmas, alongside a mention for Mermaid Gin and a visit from pupils from the Isle of Wight's St George's School.

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Herbs grown in the abbey's garden, between Wootton and Ryde, are included in the ale, which is brewed at Goddards.

Isle of Wight County Press: The Quarr Abbey monks and estate staff and volunteers feature in Heaven Made at Christmas.The Quarr Abbey monks and estate staff and volunteers feature in Heaven Made at Christmas.

Also featured is the abbey's apple juice and cider, made from fruit grown on the estate.

The programme includes interviews with some of the Benedictine monks and the staff and volunteers based at Quarr Abbey.

The Island's Muddy Boots gardening project and its handmade craft products, sold at the onsite shop, are also mentioned.

The Isle of Wight's abbey is featured alongside religious communities in Surrey and Galway, Ireland and focuses on crafts made by the members of their communities.