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
Small World Beers
Deep in the heart of picturesque Shelley lies Barncliffe Mills, home of Small World Beers. Dedicated to creating the very best traditional beers and ales.
Smashed Drynks
Discover Smashed Drynks range of non-alcoholic beers and ciders. Enjoy the authentic taste of quality British brewing, minus the alcohol.
Southport Brewery
Lancashire craft brewery in Southport since 2008, producing Sandgrounder Bitter, Cyclone and a range of traditional cask ales for pubs across the Sefton coast.
Southwark Brewery
Southwark Brewing Co - Local Independent Craft Brewery Offering Free Local Delivery & National Next Day Delivery
Sperrin Brewery
Northern Irish craft brewery in Maghera, County Londonderry — producing ales and beers inspired by the Sperrin Mountains AONB.
Spitting Feathers Brewery
Discover Chester's best craft ales at Spitting Feathers Brewery ! Expertly brewed, blending tradition and innovation for a unique tasting journey.
St Austell Brewery
Call us on 01726 66022, email us at onlineshop@staustellbrewery.co.uk & find us at 63 Trevarthian Road, St. Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4BY.
St Ives Brewery
Independent West Cornwall craft brewery in St Ives since 2009 — Porthminster Blonde, Helbys and maritime ales from the artistic seaside town.
St. Peter's Brewery
Suffolk craft brewery at St Peter's Hall medieval manor since 1996 — iconic oval-bottle ales including Cream Stout, Ruby Red and Organic.
Staggeringly Good Brewery
Portsmouth craft brewery and taproom since 2014, producing Juke Box Hero, Fully Charged and a bold range of craft beers from the historic naval city.
Stancill Brewery
Sheffield craft brewery since 2014 — Barnsley Bitter, Station Best and Blonde ales celebrating South Yorkshire brewing heritage.
Stardust Brewery
Stardust brewery, craft micro brewery producing session beers, hazy pale ale, stouts, IPA, double IPA (DIPA) and more! Trade and retail customers welcome.
Steam Machine Brewing Company
Steam Machine Brewing Company LTD
Steam Shed Brewing
Steam Shed Brewing is a small craft brewery in Swaffham, Norfolk, founded in 2020, producing traditional and modern beer
Stonehenge Ales
Wiltshire craft brewery in Netheravon since 1984 — stone-brewed ales including Sign of Spring, Heel Stone and Pigswill on Salisbury Plain.
Stonehouse Brewery
Award-winning Shropshire craft brewery in Weston since 2007 — Station Bitter, Cambrian Gold and Knotted Oak from the Welsh Marches.
Storm Brewing
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Stroud Brewery
Buy Organic beer online or come and visit our Taproom At Stroud Brewery we make great tasting organic beer and bring people together to inspire positive change.
Summerskills Brewery
Plymouth craft brewery in Billacombe since 1983 — one of Devon's oldest surviving microbreweries, producing Westward Ho!, Cellar Vic and Nin-Com-Hop ales.
Sunbeam Ales
Sunbeam Ales is a multi award-winning Leeds based microbrewery selling cask ales.
Sureshot Brewing
Manchester craft brewery founded 2017 producing a wide range of experimental and modern craft beers — bold IPAs, stouts and boundary-pushing styles.
Surrey Hills Brewery
Award-winning Surrey Hills craft brewery in Shere since 2005 — Shere Drop pale, Ranmore Ale and seasonal ales from the AONB.
Sussex Brewery
Unwind at The Sussex Brewery, a charming pub nestled in Emsworth, UK. Discover our story, events, and more. Cheers to good times at our pub!
Talking Tides
Independent coastal craft brewery producing quality ales and beers inspired by the rhythms and character of the British shoreline.
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.