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.
862 breweries found
HopWorks Brewing
Unfiltered & Unfined Craft Beers Produced In Lancashire.
Hoplab
Hoplab is a modern craft brewery in Stoke-on-Trent, founded in 2020, known for innovative and high-quality beers across
Hopsville
Independent craft brewery producing a range of hoppy ales, IPAs and craft beers — a hop-lover's paradise in every can and cask.
Hornes Brewery
Local Real Ale store from a Craft Microbrewery
Hosforth Brewery
Independent craft brewery in Horsforth, Leeds. Award-winning beers available online, in our taproom and across Yorkshire.
Howl Brewery
Small independent brewery in Bude, North Cornwall, brewing modern, hop-forward beers with a focus on quality and flavour
Howling Hops
Howling Hops, Hackney Wick, East London. Hackney Born and Brewed Since 2014.
Humpty Dumpty Brewery
Independent Reedham, Norfolk craft brewery since 1998 — producing Reedcutter, Broadland Sunrise and Lemon and Ginger ales for East Anglian pubs.
Hurns Brewing Company
South Wales craft brewery producing quality ales and craft beers, proudly independent and rooted in the Welsh brewing tradition.
Hydes Brewery
The best pubs near you, with excellent food, drinks & unbeatable atmospheres in prime locations across the North of England. We have something for everyone.
Ilkley Brewery
Award-winning Yorkshire craft brewery in Ilkley since 2009 — producing Mary the Stout, Lotus IPA and the iconic Siberia rhubarb saison.
Indian Brewery Company
The Indian Brewery Company are Independent makers of craft beer and modern Indian food. Shop beer online or visit one of the amazing locations such as the taproom
Indie Rabble
Browse all our core and seasonal releases and buy direct from Indie Rabble. Whether an old favourite or a one off special release: All Indie Rabble beers are
Indii Brew Co
Ripponden's independent craft beer bottle shop and tap room. Brilliant beers from Yorkshire and beyond, delivered by DPD across the UK. Free delivery over £50.
Infinity Brewing
We brew small batch craft beer in south Birmingham. Free delivery to selected B postcodes.
Innis & Gunn
Edinburgh craft brewery founded 2003 — pioneer of barrel-aged beer, producing award-winning barrel-aged ales, lagers and the flagship Original.
Irwell Works Brewery
Ramsbottom craft brewery in a converted Victorian ironworks since 2010 — Tin Plate and Copper Plate ales celebrating the Irwell Valley's industrial heritage.
Island Brewery
Spring is in the air, honestly, why not celebrate by supping a beautiful Wight Gold, bring back the memories of the warm Summer's evenings
Islay Ales
The only brewery on Islay, Scotland's famous whisky isle!
Isle of Eigg Brewery
Scotland's smallest island brewery, established in 2020 on the Isle of Eigg, producing craft beers with local ingredient
Isle of Skye Brewing Company
Hebridean craft brewery in Uig, Isle of Skye since 1995 — Young Pretender, Red Cuillin and Blaven ales inspired by the dramatic Cuillin mountains.
J.W. Lees Brewery
Manchester's oldest brewery. Award-winning beers & seasonal food. Pub, Restaurant, Inn & Hotel operator, Lancashire, Cheshire & North Wales.
Jawbone Brewing
The new craft brewery in Twickenham. Buy our beer online or visit our Beer Dock taproom at Unit C, 1 Strawberry Vale, London, TW1 4RY.
Jennings Brewery
Traditional Cumbrian brewery in Cockermouth since 1828 — Cumberland Ale, Cocker Hoop and Sneck Lifter, a fixture of Lake District pubs.
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.