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
Buntingford Brewery
Award-winning North Hertfordshire brewery on Greys Farm near Royston, drawing well water to craft Highwayman, Twitchell and Hurricane ales since 2001.
Burning Sky Brewery
Burning Sky Brewery, founded in 2013 near Lewes, specialises in saisons, mixed-fermentation, and barrel-aged beers.
Burnt Mill Brewery
Burnt Mill is a Craft Beer brewing project focused on producing fresh, unfiltered beers from our brewery on a Suffolk farm.
Burton Bridge Brewery
Proud independent Burton-upon-Trent brewery since 1982, crafting classic Burton ales using the town's legendary gypsum-rich well water.
Butcombe Brewery
Butcombe Brewery, established in 1978 in Somerset, produces a range of award-winning traditional ales and lagers.
Buxton Brewery
Peak District craft brewery in Buxton since 2009 — Axe Edge IPA, barrel-aged stouts and wild ales with international collector status.
Byatt's Brewery
Independent Coventry craft brewery founded 2011, producing cask and keg ales from XK Gold to Brew Britannia inspired by the city's brewing heritage.
Camden Town Brewery
Camden Town Brewery is a London-based brewery, founded in 2010, known for its popular Hells Lager and modern craft beers
Camerons Brewery
Based in Hartlepool, Camerons Brewery offers quality beers & lagers brewed at the Lion Brewery as well as products from other major breweries and suppliers.
Canterbury Ales (the)
Explore local Kentish beers & ales brewed by Canterbury Ales. Come & try the finest beers & ales brewed in Kent. Experience Canterbrew today!
Canterbury Brewers
Artisan Canterbury Spirits & Beers, home of The Foundry Brewpub
Captain Cook Brewery
Independent Yorkshire real ale brewery founded 1999 in Stokesley — honouring local hero Captain Cook with traditional and contemporary cask ales.
Castle Brewery
Independent craft brewery producing quality real ales and craft beers with a focus on character and consistent flavour.
Castle Eden Brewery
Discover Castle Eden Brewery, a constant part of the north east brewing scene in County Durham since 1826, crafting exceptional ales.
Castle Rock Brewery
Castle Rock Brewery is located in the heart of Nottingham. We brew an exciting range of beers from the traditional to the experimental.
Cerne Abbas
Not only do we have an on site taproom, but also offer outside bars and can host private parties. We brew real cask ale on site in our brewery.
Chainhouse Brewing
Established in 2017, we brew experimental small batch beer from New Longton, Preston. All our beer is suitable for Vegans.
Charles Wells
Welcome to Wells & Co! We are a family business from Bedfordshire, with a passion for quality pubs and pints. Find out more on Beer today.
Charnwood Brewery
An award winning brewery, delivering beer to pubs, bars and restaurants throughout the local area as well as straight to your front door!
Cheddar Ales
Cheddar Ales is a brewery based in Cheddar, Somerset and is the home of a range of award winning ales.
Chevallier Brewing
Cask Ale — Larger & Craft — Nitro Stout
Chiltern Brewery
The Chiltern Brewery, established in 1980, is one of the oldest independent breweries in the Chiltern Hills, known for i
Church End Brewery
Award-winning Warwickshire micro-brewery in Nuneaton since 1994, producing a wide range of inventively named real ales and seasonal specials.
City of Cambridge Brewery
Small independent brewery in Cambridge, established in 2012, producing a range of traditional and modern beers.
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.