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.
85 breweries found
Dog Falls Brewing
Scottish craft brewery inspired by the dramatic landscape of Glen Affric — producing quality ales and IPAs with a strong Highland sense of place.
Dookit Brewing
Scottish craft brewery taking its name from the Scots word for a dovecote — producing quality, characterful ales inspired by the rural Scottish landscape.
Drygate Brewery
We've been brewing beer and serving up food in the historic heart of Glasgow since 2014. We work with open doors and open minds.
Durty Brewing
Scottish Borders craft brewery producing bold, unfiltered ales and lagers inspired by the trails and landscapes of the Borders countryside.
Edinburgh Beer Factory
Home of Paolozzi Lager. Inspired by the artist, Eduardo Paolozzi, Edinburgh Beer Factory transforms ordinary beer styles.
Fallen Brewing
Award-winning Scottish craft brewery in Kippen near Stirling since 2014 — Odyssey pale, Platform C lager and creative rotating releases.
Fierce Beer
ABERDEEN'S AWARD-WINNING CRAFT BREWERY. FOUNDED IN 2016
Five Kingdoms Brewery
Scottish craft brewery in Stranraer, Dumfries & Galloway, producing ales inspired by the five ancient kingdoms of Galloway and the dramatic Rhinns peninsula.
Futtle
Organic, Farmhouse & Wild Beers from the East Neuk of Fife, Scotland
Fyne Ales
Drawing water from the hills and brewing in converted farm buildings, we create modern, ambitious and progressive beers in a wide variety of styles.
Glen Spean Brewing Co.
West Highland craft brewery in a 19th-century steading at Spean Bridge — award-winning Snowgoose lager, Highbridge IPA and Dark Mile porter.
Harviestoun Brewery
Award-winning Scottish craft brewery since 1983 — Harviestoun's Bitter & Twisted and whisky-cask Ola Dubh are Scottish craft classics.
Holy Goat Brewing
Birmingham wild ale specialists — spontaneous sours, gueuze-style blends and barrel-aged beers with an international following.
Innis & Gunn
Edinburgh craft brewery founded 2003 — pioneer of barrel-aged beer, producing award-winning barrel-aged ales, lagers and the flagship Original.
Islay Ales
The only brewery on Islay, Scotland's famous whisky isle!
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.
John O' Groats Brewery
Enjoy a taste of the most northern headlands with John o' Groats brewery from our flavourful selection of ales.
John o' Groats Brewery
Enjoy a taste of the most northern headlands with John o' Groats brewery from our flavourful selection of ales.
Jump Ship Brewing
Edinburgh craft brewery specialising in premium alcohol-free beers — Yardarm Lager, Regimental IPA and Coral Pale Ale since 2019.
Kerr's Brewery
Kerr's Brewery brews craft beers on a farm in Midlothian, Scotland, fusing old-fashioned beer styles with a modern sensibility.
Kerr's Farm Brewed Ales
Kerr's Brewery brews craft beers on a farm in Midlothian, Scotland, fusing old-fashioned beer styles with a modern sensibility.
Knoydart Brewery
Knoydart Brewery makes beer with grains, hops, yeast, mountain water and the pure magic of Knoydart.
Lade Inn Brewery
A Beer Lover’s Paradise with over 180 Scottish Real Ales under one roof! Enjoy in our bar, restaurant and garden. Visit our shop onsite, or buy ales online.
Lerwick Brewery
UK's most northerly commercial brewery in Lerwick, Shetland since 2011 — Viking-inspired ales celebrating the wild Shetland seascape.
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.