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Breweries · York
Meet the breweries pouring across York, from cask champions to new craft names, and the festivals where you can drink them fresh.
The York brewing scene
York is home to a growing roll call of breweries, from long-standing cask producers to new microbreweries pouring their first batches. Browse the full local directory below, then follow any brewery through to the festivals where you can find their bar.
The directory
The full local listing, not a teaser. Each card links to the brewery and the festivals it pours at.
Ainsty Ales Brewery Limited
York
Ainsty Ales Brewery was established in 2014 in Acaster Malbis, York. We brew award-winning beers that can be enjoyed as cask, keg, bottle, or bag in box for you to enjoy at the bar or at home. The Taproom every Friday serves as a social hub in Acaster Malbis, with a range of beers on tap, as well as wines & other spirits. We regularly have food vendors at the Taproom and occasionally live music too.
Pouring soon
Brew York
York
Brew York, founded in 2016 and located in the heart of York, is a dynamic craft brewery that celebrates creativity, community, and bold flavours. Known for its diverse range of innovative beers, Brew York combines modern brewing techniques with a passion for quality, resulting in distinctive brews that push boundaries while remaining approachable. From experimental IPAs to rich stouts, Brew York offers a unique experience for beer lovers, with each beer crafted to tell a story. Their brewery and taproom, set against the picturesque backdrop of York’s historic cityscape, have become a popular destination for locals and visitors alike, making Brew York a standout in the UK’s vibrant craft beer scene.
Half Moon Brewery
York
An independent, family-run microbrewery established in 2013. From our brewery based in the original Blacksmiths Forge in Ellerton, near York, we produce a range of award-winning beers with a focus on quality cask ale.
Isaac Poad Brewing
York
Isaac Poad Brewing, a family-run brewery based in North Yorkshire, carries on a proud heritage of over 150 years in the drinks industry. Originally founded as a grain and seed merchant in the 19th century, the company evolved to bring its expertise to craft brewing, producing award-winning beers that honour traditional methods and high-quality ingredients. With a focus on consistency and depth of flavour, Isaac Poad Brewing offers a range of classic British ales, from bitters to pale ales, each crafted to celebrate Yorkshire’s brewing tradition. The brewery’s dedication to quality and heritage makes it a respected name in British brewing.
Jolly Sailor Brewery
Selby
Jolly Sailor Brewery, based in Selby, North Yorkshire, is a family-owned brewery dedicated to producing traditional, high-quality ales with a modern twist. Established in 2014 as an offshoot of the iconic Jolly Sailor pub, the brewery combines the rich heritage of Yorkshire brewing with a passion for local ingredients and innovative flavours. Known for its handcrafted beers, such as the popular “Jolly Blonde” and “Selby Bitter,” Jolly Sailor Brewery takes pride in delivering distinctive, characterful ales that celebrate community and craftsmanship. With a welcoming, down-to-earth spirit, the brewery continues to grow as a local favourite in Yorkshire’s vibrant beer scene.
Mittel
York
Award winning lagers inspired by the finest German and Czech bottom fermented beers. Mittel beers are brewed using a Bavarian mineral water profile, the finest heritage German malt, Bavarian hops and private yeast strain.
Festival regular
Rudgate Brewery
York
Rudgate Brewery, founded in 1992 and nestled in the heart of Yorkshire, is known for crafting award-winning, flavourful beers with a commitment to quality and tradition. Inspired by the ancient Roman “Rudgate” road near its original location, the brewery blends heritage with innovation, producing a range of classic and modern ales, including its famous “Ruby Mild.” Rudgate Brewery is dedicated to sustainable practices and maintaining strong local ties, creating beers that are celebrated across the UK. With over 30 years of brewing excellence, Rudgate continues to deliver distinctive beers that reflect Yorkshire’s proud brewing heritage.
The Doghouse
Selby
The Doghouse Selby is a small, independent craft ale bar and nano brewery owned and run by two brothers with a shared love of great beer, good food, and relaxed hospitality. At our core is craft. We brew on a nano scale and carefully select a rotating range of craft beers alongside a thoughtfully put-together cocktail menu. Whether you’re here for a perfectly poured pint, a well-made cocktail, or something new to try, we focus on quality without the fuss.
Trig Brewery
York
Trig Brewery is an independent, family-owned brewery focused on producing unique, high-quality craft beers inspired by the vibrant landscapes of North Yorkshire. With a commitment to sustainability, Trig Brewery combines traditional brewing methods with innovative flavours, creating beers that celebrate local ingredients and the region’s heritage. Located in the heart of North Yorkshire, Trig Brewery is dedicated to crafting memorable beer experiences that reflect its passion for quality and community.
Yorkshire Heart
York
Yorkshire Heart is a family-run brewery and vineyard located in the picturesque Vale of York, passionately crafting award-winning beers and wines. Founded by Chris and Gillian Spakouskas, Yorkshire Heart started with a vineyard in 2000, expanding to include a brewery in 2011. The team is dedicated to producing high-quality, flavourful beers and wines that celebrate Yorkshire’s rich agricultural heritage. With a focus on community, sustainability, and quality, Yorkshire Heart offers a diverse range of products that embody the warmth and character of Yorkshire, making it a popular destination for tastings, tours, and events.
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Where they're pouring next
Follow a favourite brewery through to its page, then on to the festival you can catch it at.
Good to know
Use the browse-by-city block to jump to a local area, or scroll the full directory and check the location under each brewery name. Every brewery links through to its own page with a map and the festivals it pours at.
Many do. Where a brewery runs its own tap or an online shop you will find the link on its page. We do not sell beer ourselves, we point you to the brewery.
Closely. The breweries in this directory pour at the region's festivals through the year. Each brewery page lists its upcoming appearances, so a brewery you like is an easy route into a weekend out.
Many breweries are already listed through the festivals they attend. If yours is missing, or you want to manage how it looks, you can list a new brewery or claim an existing one in a couple of minutes. It is free to be listed.
For breweries
Add your brewery, upload a banner and logo, and link it to the festivals you pour at. It is free to be listed, and claiming an existing page takes a couple of minutes.
