Nethergate Brewery

Nethergate Brewery, established in 1986 in Suffolk and now based in Long Melford, is an award‑winning independent brewer and distillery producing traditional and innovative cask, keg, bottled ales, and craft lager. Their core lineup includes beloved brews like Old Growler Porter, Suffolk County Bitter, Venture amber, and Stour Valley Gold, complemented by inventive small‑batch specials and their AI‑collaboration pale ale "AiPA". Visitors can enjoy guided brewery and distillery tours with tastings in a cosy taproom and garden, shop artisanal beers, spirits, cans, bottles, and gin, and the site is gearing up to expand with more visitor amenities, café space, and family‑friendly outdoor areas. With a strong local member base, sustainability efforts, and community-centric expansions, Nethergate balances heritage brewing, experiential visits, and forward‑thinking innovation.