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
Tenby Brewing Co
Independent Craft beer from our microbrewery here in Tenby, Pembrokeshire on the rugged West coast of Wales.
Terra Tempo Brewing
Independent craft brewery producing a range of time-and-place-inspired craft beers exploring different eras and brewing traditions.
Thames Side Brewery
Independent craft brewery on the banks of the Thames producing quality ales and craft beers with a strong sense of riverside identity.
The Beak Brewery Limited
Acclaimed Lewes craft brewery since 2017 — exceptional, highly sought-after New England-style hazy IPAs and pale ales.
The Bearded Brewery
At a time where cider seems to be getting drier & drier, imagine a tattooed, leather clad biker in a ballerina outfit, you’ll just about be there.
The Beer Engine
The Beer Engine is a cosy gastropub and brewery in Newton St Cyres, Exeter with a covered balcony, tiered garden and a menu of global comfort food.
The Beowulf Brewing Co
Beowulf Brewing Company Brewery based in the West MidlandsAward Winning
The Coach Brewing Co
Independent craft brewery producing a range of quality ales and craft beers with a focus on traditional brewing values and great flavour.
The Crafty Brewing Company
Browse our range of multi-award-winning, hand-crafted beers online. We brew contemporary versions of traditional beer styles. Our unpretentious beers can be enjoyed by fans of Real Ale or Craft Beer.
The Downlands Brewery
Independent South Downs craft brewery producing quality ales and craft beers inspired by the chalk hills and rolling countryside of the Downs.
The Drink Valley
The Drink Valley is a craft brewery in Swindon, Wiltshire, founded in 2020, creating delicious and innovative beers.
The FILO Brewing Co Ltd
Independent craft brewery producing a range of quality ales and craft beers built on a simple philosophy: first in, last out, brewed with care.
The Flying Trunk Brewery
Independent craft brewery producing an adventurous range of craft beers — every brew a journey to somewhere unexpected and full of flavour.
The Forest Brewery
Trying to find a microbrewery in Lydney? Come to The Forest Brewery. We produce a selection of beers such as Severn Boar Pale Ale, Dark Forest, and Black Spell.
The Fresh Standard Brew Co
The Fresh Standard Brew Co is a Stroud-based craft brewery dedicated to producing fresh, modern, and exciting beers.
The Grainstore Brewery
The largest brewery in the smallest county is proud of its heritage & brewing expertise. Award winning Real Ales & Brewery Tap.
The Hanging Bat Brewing Co". The Hanging Bat Brewing Co.
Edinburgh craft beer bar and brewpub on Lothian Road since 2013 — The Hanging Bat brews on-site alongside an exceptional rotating craft beer selection.
The Henley Mile Brewery
Craft brewery in Henley-in-Arden, Warwickshire, founded 2020, producing small-batch traditional and modern beers.
The Hop Shed
The Hop Shed is an independent brewery in Suckley, Worcestershire, brewing traditional and modern beers in a converted h
The Incredible Brewing Co
Bristol-based craft brewery established in 2015, known for its diverse range of modern, high-quality beers.
The Kernel Brewery
Bermondsey's most influential craft brewery, founded 2009 by Evin O'Riordain under the railway arches — The Kernel helped define modern British IPA.
The Loch Ewe Brewing Company
Discover high-quality, traditional craft beers brewed naturally at Loch Ewe Brewing on the shores of Loch Ewe, Wester Ross. Enjoy authentic ales crafted with passion.
The Oaks Brewing Company
Ellesmere Port microbrewery crafting a diverse range of quality ales and contemporary IPAs since 2017.
The Parish Brewery
Leicestershire craft brewery since 1983 — home of Baz's Bonce Blower, one of the strongest cask ales ever brewed in Britain.
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.