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
Revolutions Brewing
Castleford, West Yorkshire craft brewery founded 2010, producing music-themed ales including Clash, Manifesto and Roadrunner from a railway arch taproom.
Rhymney Brewery
Rhymney Brewery is a re-established Welsh craft brewery in Merthyr Tydfil, producing traditional ales and craft beers si
Ridgeway Brewery
At Ridgeway Brewing, we craft exceptional, handcrafted beers that honor the enduring heritage of British brewing while embracing innovation and sustainability for today's world.
Rigg and Furrow
Discover Rigg & Furrow, an authentic farmhouse brewery in Northumberland, offering quality beers. Visit our brewery tap for a unique farm-to-glass experience or shop online today.
Rivington Brewing Company
Rivington Brewing Co is a modern craft brewery & taproom founded by Ben Stubbs & Mike Richardson in 2014, located on Home Farm in the heart of the Lancashire countryside in the UK.
Robinsons Brewery
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 Bitte
Rock Leopard Brewing
Independent craft brewery producing bold, characterful ales and craft beers with the fierce independence and agility of its wild cat namesake.
Romney Marsh Brewery
A family-run microbrewery in Romney Marsh, Kent; producing great-tasting real ale & lager for beer drinkers everywhere.
Roosters Brewery
Award-winning Harrogate craft brewery since 1993 — New World hop pioneers; Yankee, Baby-Faced Assassin IPA and Buckeye.
Rough Brothers Brewing
Independent craft brewery producing quality ales, IPAs and seasonal craft beers with a bold, honest approach to brewing.
Round Corner Brewing
Award-winning Melton Mowbray craft brewery since 2018 — Melton Red lager, Market IPA and precision-brewed ales with multiple SIBA awards.
Rowton Brewery
Rowton Brewery is an independent craft brewery founded in 2008 in Rowton, Shropshire, producing a range of traditional and contemporary real ales.
Rudgate Brewery
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Rural Brewing Company
Alton's first and only craft brewery, based in Staffordshire, near Alton Towers. Finest ingredients to ensure quality.
Rusty Garage Brewery
Crafting modern, flavourful beers in Swindon since 2020, born from a passion for unique brews and experimental styles.
SA Brain & Co
From legendary classics to modern favourites we’ve got a beer for everyone and every occasion all freshly brewed at our state of the art Dragon Brewery.
Saffron Brewery
Essex craft brewery in Henham near Saffron Walden since 2005, producing Saffron Gold, IPA and Ruddyneck ales with locally grown saffron botanicals.
Saint Mars of the Desert
Sheffield craft brewery since 2019 from the Pretty Things co-founder — Empress of India IPA and Norma pale with international critical acclaim.
Salopian Brewery
Salopian are an award winning brewery based in Shrewsbury, brewing a mix of traditional and hop forward ales.
Salopian Brewing
Salopian are an award winning brewery based in Shrewsbury, brewing a mix of traditional and hop forward ales.
Salt Brewery
Award-winning Saltaire craft brewery in restored Victorian Victoria Hall since 2018 — Jute pale, Hemp lager and bold rotating craft beers.
Saltaire Brewery
Saltaire Brewery is an independent UK brewery committed to creating delicious, high quality beers. SALSA plus Beer accredited brewer and packager.
Saltrock Brewing
Independent South West craft brewery producing quality ales and craft beers inspired by the surf, coast and outdoor lifestyle of Devon and Cornwall.
Sambrook's Brewery
South London craft brewery in Battersea since 2008 — Wandle session bitter, Junction and Powerhouse Porter are London craft classics.
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.