Turning Point plans covered outdoor pavilion

Image credit: Centerpoint Commercial Properties.

Earlier this year, Turning Point Beer announced they were moving out of the expanded taproom they opened in September 2021 and back into their original space at 1307 Brown Trail in Bedford. Turns out, this was just the precursor to a plan to add more seating by way of a covered outdoor pavilion to be attached to the brewery's southern elevation.

The proposal can now move forward after an ordinance was approved by a unanimous vote of the Bedford City Council on September 9. This order calls for the rezoning of the property from "Heavy Commercial" to the same designation, but with a Special Use Permit allowing for an outdoor seating establishment.

It's all part of a site redevelopment effort spearheaded by CenterPoint Commercial Properties. Details involve construction of a 7,000+ square foot pavilion, "creating a versatile, open-air space" surrounded by glass roll-up doors. The extension will then house up to four kiosk-style restaurants and an outdoor entertainment area.

As for a projected opening date, a project timeline has not yet been revealed.