Alnwick Brewery Co & Taproom

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Flash forward to 2005.
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The buildings which once contained the original Alnwick Brewery on a site in the town’s Dispensary Street dated back to around 1750. Sadly, before they could be listed, they were pulled down in the early 1990s. From 1963, after the then board decided to quit brewing due to lack of funds for modernisation, the operation concentrated on distribution and, together with its pub estate, became part of

Dryboroughs of Edinburgh in 1979. Thereafter its new owner was acquired by Grand Metropolitan which itself was merged into world drinks giant, Diageo, formerly the Guinness and United Distillers conglomerate. And so it was that big business extinguished the delight of a locally owned and operated enterprise in which the people of Alnwick took pride. In that year Alnwick businessman, Ian Linsley, son of the brewery’s last managing director, John, (and having already resurrected ABC’s legendary Alnwick Rum), realised a long-cherished ambition to bring back Alnwick IPA in bottles. That beer was expertly crafted for the Alnwick Brewery Company by Daleside of Harrogate and is based on an old ABC recipe. It was followed in 2011 in cask form and subsequently seven other cask ales were introduced. Now, and until the opening of the planned brewery in Alnwick, the entire portfolio of traditional beers in cask and bottle is produced with the co-operation of three excellent brewers all from the north of England. In 2012, Ian was formally joined in business by fellow beer aficionados David Ainsley (a long time CAMRA member) and Chris Walwyn-James, both from Embleton. With Ian having recently elected to retire from the business, David and Chris are continuing with the development of the rum and beer businesses under operating company Spirit of Northumberland Ltd. BRINGING IT BACK

Fundamental to our business strategy, and consistant with our reputation for the highest quality traditional beers, is the restoration of brewing in Alnwick. Right now the right property is being sought in the market town itself. It is hoped that will allow us to create a complex to house a brewery within a restaurant. To be renowned for the quality of its no-nonsense rustic dining the restaurant will major on the traditional recipes of Northumbria featuring the region’s great food. In addition to the brewery and restaurant it is hoped there will be space for a Spirit of Northumberland shop, office, and exhibition space. This will be used to display the history of the brewery and Alnwick Rum as well as local arts and crafts.

18/06/2026
18/06/2026

THIS WEEKEND AT THE TAPROOM

Summer is here and we’ve got everything you need for the perfect weekend!

Our Summer Special Cask Hazy Juicey NZ Pale is pouring now. Packed with juicy New Zealand hop character, it’s fresh, hazy and made for sunny afternoons in the beer garden.

DOUBLE PIZZA WEEK!

The fantastic Matchbox Pizza is with us on Thursday and Friday
Serving up their incredible fresh pizzas alongside your favourite beers.

SATURDAY SPECIAL!

The Rothbury Food Truck is back by popular demand! We simply can’t get enough of their amazing fish & chips, juicy prawns and mouth-watering venison burgers – and we’re pretty sure you can’t either!
PLUS LIVE MUSIC FROM 5PM
Settle in with a pint and enjoy the sounds of Debra Milne & Steve Glendinning. This outstanding guitar and vocal duo will be bringing all the summer vibes with a fantastic mix of original songs and jazzy covers.

Round up your friends and make a weekend of it. We’ll see you folks at the taproom!

Saturday at the Taproom! Join us today for an afternoon of great beer, great food, and live music as the VoiceMale Choir...
13/06/2026

Saturday at the Taproom!

Join us today for an afternoon of great beer, great food, and live music as the VoiceMale Choir performs at the taproom.

Dough & Co Pizza will be serving from 3pm, so come hungry and settle in for a fantastic afternoon.

On the bar you’ll find our range of fresh beers, including our popular pale ales, crisp lagers, refreshing session beers, and rich stouts – perfect alongside a slice of wood-fired pizza.

Bring your friends, grab a pint, and enjoy some brilliant live singing with VoiceMale Choir.

See you there!

There’s nothing better than great local food, fresh beer, and live acoustic music to round off the week.The Rothbury Foo...
12/06/2026

There’s nothing better than great local food, fresh beer, and live acoustic music to round off the week.

The Rothbury Food Truck will be parked up from 5pm tonight, serving hearty food to enjoy alongside our range of locally brewed ales and craft beers on the bar.
Adding to the atmosphere,

Clive’s Acoustic Sessions will be bringing a selection of laid-back tunes throughout the evening – the perfect soundtrack to a pint with friends.

So pull up a chair, grab a beer, order some food, and settle in for a relaxed evening

See you folks soon!

10/06/2026
THIS WEEK AT THE BREWERY TAP A quick update for our pizza lovers — unfortunately can’t make it this Thursday, but they’...
10/06/2026

THIS WEEK AT THE BREWERY TAP

A quick update for our pizza lovers — unfortunately can’t make it this Thursday, but they’ll be back with us next Thursday! Bar still open until 8pm

Fear not, we’ve still got a fantastic weekend of food, beer and live music lined up...

Friday 12th June
rolls in serving up some of the finest fare around! Expect:
🐟 Fresh fish & chips
🦌 Venison burgers
🍤 Juicy prawns
…and plenty more delicious specials.

Plus Clive’s acoustic sessions are here and every second Friday of the month jamming tunes from 5pm

Saturday 13th June
We’re delighted to welcome from 4pm for an afternoon of fantastic live music.

Need your pizza fix? will be serving from 3pm, bringing their incredible wood-fired pizzas to the brewery.

And of course, the bar will be pouring all your favourite beers on tap, including our freshest brews and brewery classics.
Gather your friends, grab a pint, enjoy some great food and make a weekend of it. We can’t wait to see you at the Tap!

DrinkLocal Northumberland

07/06/2026

Address

Hawkhill Business Park
Alnwick
NE663PG

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 6pm
Tuesday 11am - 6pm
Wednesday 11am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 9pm
Saturday 12pm - 8pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Telephone

+447545885352

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