Independent UK Craft Breweries
The UK has a rich and diverse craft brewing scene, from ancient city brewpubs to remote Highland farmhouse breweries. Browse every independent brewery on BrewWho, explore their core range, find taprooms near you and buy direct from the makers.
582 breweries found
Glen Affric Brewery
Scottish Highland craft brewery inspired by the legendary ancient Caledonian forest of Glen Affric — wild, pure character in every beer.
Gloucester Brewery
Gloucester Brewery make beer & spirits you can feel good about drinking. Shop our range of award-winning craft beer, gin, vodka and rum for home delivery now!
Goachers Brewery
Traditional Kent family brewery in Maidstone since 1983 — Phil and Debbie Goacher produce some of the finest hop-forward real ales in the Garden of England.
Goddards Brewery
Goddards is the oldest brewery on the Isle of Wight and one of the first independent craft beer producers in the UK.
Goffs Brewery
the Cotswold’s leading craft beer micro-brewery. Home to Joster, White Knight and Tournament Ale.
Goldmark Craft Beers LTd
Sussex craft brewery and bottle shop in Pulborough, producing award-winning IPAs, stouts and ales alongside stocking an exceptional range of UK craft beers.
Goodh
Truro craft brewery producing creative modern ales, IPAs and experimental styles with a strong commitment to Cornish identity.
Goodwood Brewery
Certified organic farm brewery on the Goodwood Estate near Chichester — estate-grown barley, organic hops, quality ales since 2015.
Goody Ales
Independent Kent craft brewery in Herne since 2012 — Kentish-hop ales including Goody Plum Porter and Genesis golden ale.
Goose Eye Brewery
Long-established West Yorkshire craft brewery in Keighley since 1991 — Wharfedale bitter, Chinook Blonde and traditional Yorkshire ales.
Grain Brewery
Grain Brewery, Alburgh, Norfolk. Beer in casks, kegs, bottles, cans and pubs. Owners of The Plough, The Spread Eagle, The Diss Corn Hall Bar.
Gravity Well Brewing Co
Small batch craft beer from a microbrewery in Tottenham north London. Gravity Well Brewing Company
Great Beyond Brewing Company
Great Beyond Brewing Company is an independent craft brewery based in Hoxton, East London, founded by three beer loving friends and experienced brewers, Ollie, Nick and John. We take pride in our w…
Great Central Brewery
Leicester craft brewery and tap in the Smokestack, producing hop-forward ales, IPAs and stouts inspired by the city's vibrant independent beer scene.
Great Newsome Brewery
Shop award-winning beer and real ale gifts direct from our East Yorkshire brewery. Bag in Box, gift sets, and more – delivered across the UK.
Great Oakley Brewery
From our home in the heart of Northamptonshire, the Great Oakley Brewery produces an exceptional range of real ales in an array of diverse styles.
Green Jack Brewery
Green Jack is a multi-awarding winning traditional real ale brewery based in Lowestoft in Suffolk who were founded in 2003 by Timothy Dunford
Gun Brewery Ltd
East Sussex estate brewery at Gun Hill near Heathfield — producing Scaramanga IPA, Zamzama pale and seasonal ales in the South Downs.
Hackney Church Brewery
Hackney Church Brew Co. is a brewery and taproom located in Hackney Central and Walthamstow that offers a unique experience for locals, visitors and pilgrims.
Hadrian Border Brewery
Newcastle craft brewery since 1996 inspired by Hadrian's Wall — Tyneside Blonde and Farne Island Pale Ale among the North East's finest.
Half Moon Brewery
Small East Yorkshire craft brewery in Ellerton since 2013 — producing Old Forge Bitter and Lunchtime Bitter for the East Riding.
Hall & Woodhouse
Crafted with the finest ingredients. Discover Badger Beer online for world-class beers passionately made in our independent, family-owned brewery.
Hambleton Ales
Passionate brewers crafting exceptional gluten free beers in North Yorkshire. Explore our bottles, cans and mini kegs available for delivery nationwide.
Hammerton Brewery
North London craft brewery in Islington since 2014 — reviving a Victorian brewery name with Islington Pale Ale and N1 lager.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many craft breweries are there in the UK?
- The UK has over 1,800 independent craft breweries listed on BrewWho, spanning everything from small one-barrel setups to regional producers with national distribution. The number has grown significantly since the early 2010s craft beer boom.
- What makes a brewery 'craft'?
- There's no legal definition in the UK, but craft breweries are generally independently owned, small-to-medium in size, and focused on quality and flavour over volume. They typically produce a wide range of styles and often experiment with ingredients and techniques.
- Can I visit UK craft breweries?
- Many UK craft breweries have taprooms or visitor centres open to the public. You can find opening hours and details on each brewery's profile page on BrewWho.
- Can I buy direct from UK craft breweries?
- Yes — many independent breweries sell directly through their websites. BrewWho links to each brewery's online shop so you can buy direct and support them without going through a retailer.