Whenever we have some news from the brewery or any of our pubs, we’ll be sure to post it here. Look out for lots of stories coming up, reporting on events and anything else we think might be of interest to you!
Hook Norton Brewery proudly opened its doors on Wednesday, 3rd June, to host the latest monthly meeting of the Oxford Brewers Alliance (OBA). The evening combined world-class technical brewing insights with a major celebration of local charitable giving. A £12,000 Boost for Worthy Causes Before the evening’s formal presentations got underway, the Alliance marked the […]
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After welcoming the local brigade for essential training exercises at the brewery, Hook Norton Brewery’s Managing Director and former firefighter, James Clarke, reflects on how firefighting has changed since 1896—and why the crew’s dedication remains exactly the same. Hook Norton has had an organised Fire Brigade since 1896. Prior to that, responsibility for fire protection […]
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If beer were a four-piece rock band, hops would undoubtedly be the flashy frontman taking centre stage. But every great frontman needs a powerhouse backing them up. Enter malting barley—the lead guitarist of the band. It’s the barley that provides the driving rhythm, the heavy lifting, and the deep, rich soul that holds the whole […]
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The ‘Oxfordshire Business Opportunities & Support network’ for all Enterprise Oxfordshire Business clients & anyone who wants to learn more. The OxBOoSt network will meet at Hook Norton Brewery on Tuesday 2nd June from 4:00pm to 5:30pm and is open to all Oxfordshire based businesses to join (and its free!). The Number 1 regular meet-up […]
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The Sun Inn at Hook Norton , Oxfordshire – A much-loved village pub is celebrating eight successful years at the heart of the community by giving something back in a meaningful way. Mark Higgs owner of award winning Freespirit Pubs, who has held the Hook Norton tenancy for the past eight years, ran by Rebecca […]
Read moreWe are always proud to see members of the Hook Norton family go on to achieve great things in the world of real ale, and today we have a special reason to celebrate. Tim Gilkes, a familiar face to many as the former manager of The Pear Tree (2019–2021), has reached a major milestone in […]
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At Hook Norton Brewery, we love seeing the incredible initiatives our pub teams come up with for the community. This May, the team at Duval Inns is stepping up—literally—to raise vital funds for Cancer Research UK. On Saturday 16th May, a dedicated group of managers, staff, and locals from the Great Western Arms, The Highwayman, […]
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Since 2006, Hooky Gold has been the zesty, floral, and refreshing soul of the Cotswolds. Celebrate this milestone with us down here at the brewery. Whether you’ve topped the podium or clinched a prestigious award, big achievements deserve a legendary toast. Bring your gold medal or official award certificate down to the brewery, and we’ll […]
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Hook Norton Brewery Celebrates 20 Years of Iconic Hooky Gold Ale This year marks the 20th anniversary of Hooky Gold, the award-winning golden ale from Hook Norton Brewery, first brewed in 2006 using aromatic American Willamette hops from the Oregon valley. Hooky Gold (4.1%) See: Pale, golden Smell: Citrus, fruit, delicate spice Taste: Fruity, zesty […]
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Spring has arrived at Idle Hands Craft Ales, and with it comes an exciting new collaboration release for beer enthusiasts to enjoy. A few weeks ago, Idle Hands welcomed Allen of Amory’s Tomb Brewing and our very own Andy Thomas of Hook Norton Brewery for a special brew day. The result is Stories of Our […]
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Introducing OPUS POCUS: A Modern English Pale with a Magical Twist We’re excited to unveil Opus Pocus, a 4.3% Extra Pale Ale that perfectly balances time-honoured brewing tradition with a touch of modern flair. We invited the legends from Arbor Ales—Ella, James, Sean, and Cameron—to join us at Hooky for a brand-new collaboration brew. The […]
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Celebrating 177 years of beer and brewing at Hook Norton Brewery Celebrating 177 years of independent brewing, Hook Norton Brewery proudly unveils its latest anniversary release: 177 Strong Ale. A bold, robust beer crafted to honour the brewery’s rich heritage and remarkable brewing tradition.As the name suggests, 177 Strong Ale is a powerful, full-bodied ale […]
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