Robinsons Brewery

About

Frederic Robinson Brewery is a long-established independent Stockport family brewery founded in 1838, producing a well-loved range of traditional ales and craft beers. Known for its Unicorn Best Bitter — one of the UK's most iconic regional ales — alongside Dizzy Blonde, Old Tom strong ale and Trooper (the official beer of Iron Maiden), Robinsons operates a large estate of pubs across the North West and distributes nationally.

News & Updates

Beer13 Jul 2026

Carbon Literacy at Robinsons Brewery

We started our Carbon Literacy journey in June 2023, shortly after the creation of the first sustainability focused roles within the business. Find out more here.

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Beer10 Jul 2026

Bulls Head, Marple receives terrace investment

The Bulls Head in Marple reopened its pub garden during the beginning of May with a new hybrid indoor and outdoor space. The extension builds on the pub’s 2020 refurbishment and gives the team freedom…

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Beer7 Jul 2026

GM Spotlight: Dan from the George III – Best Pub and Bar National Award

This month we’re shining the spotlight on Dan Williamson the General Manager of the George III, who recently led his team to an incredible achievement, winning Pub and Bar of the Year for Wales.

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Beer23 Jun 2026

Robinsons drive forward VATs the problem campaign

Robinsons Brewery have pledged support for Tom Kerridge’s VAT’s the problem campaign by printing the messaging on the back of five of their lorries, as well as pushing to gain one million signatures,…

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Beer5 Jun 2026

Helles wins The International Keg Lager Competition 2026

We’ve won! We’re delighted to share that Helles, our premium keg lager, has been crowned winner of the International Keg Lager category at the International Brewing & Cider Awards 2026.

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Beer3 Jun 2026

The Sycamore, Ashton-U-Lyne reopens with new look and improved beer garden

After six weeks of renovation work, The Sycamore in Ashton-under-Lyne reopened its doors in mid April, revealing a transformed downstairs trading area and refreshed beer garden for guests to enjoy thr…

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