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 is celebrating after winning two honours at the 2025 British Bottlers Institute Awards. The brewery received a Diploma for its Twelve Days Original Porter and Ironstone Premium English Lager, with judges praising the quality and flavour of both beers. “The team at Hook Norton Brewery proved the quality of their brewing excellence […]
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A beloved tradition is making a return to the streets of Hook Norton this Thursday, August 7th, as the Hook Norton Brewery’s iconic shire horse and dray deliveries are back in action. The magnificent team of shire horses, Brigadier and Balmoral, will make a special delivery to The Pear Tree Pub. The team is expected […]
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Alan Styler, a loyal fan of Hook Norton Brewery, recently returned from a two-week narrowboat holiday, and his journey was well-stocked with his favourite Hooky brews! Mr. Styler, who regularly visits the brewery shop with his wife, brought along plenty of Hooky Mild and Lock Steady on his trip. “Love your beer, especially Hooky Mild […]
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Our Sundial IPA is now available in 440ml cans. Bright, crisp, and packed with citrus & tropical hops—this 4.2% beauty is your new summer essential. ☀️ Same bold flavour, now easier to take anywhere.📦 Available in 12-packs 🛒 Grab yours: hooky.co.uk/product/sundial-ipa-cans-4-2 #SundialIPA #HookNortonBrewery #CraftBeer #NowInCans #DrinkOutsideTheBox #UKBeer #SummerSession
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Merula Nitro Stout We’ve taken our classic Merula Stout and given it a nitro hit. This latest innovation brings the rich, smooth character of Merula Stout to life with a velvety nitro-infused pour. With its signature notes of dark chocolate, roasted coffee, and subtle sweetness, the Nitro Merula delivers a fuller, creamier taste while maintaining […]
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It’s another week of celebrating significant milestones at Hook Norton Brewery, as we honour Andy Thomas, who marks a remarkable ten-year anniversary in the brewhouse. Starting his journey in 2015 at an entry-level position, Andy’s hard work and passion for brewing have seen him steadily rise to the position of Brewery Supervisor, now holding a […]
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Kingham Village Fete proved to be a resounding success last weekend, with Hook Norton Brewery playing a refreshing role in the fundraising efforts. The brewery proudly donated ten cases of beer free of charge, with all proceeds directly benefiting the local primary school. Despite soaring temperatures that unfortunately led to the cancellation of the dog […]
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Hook Norton Brewery’s Managing Director, James Clarke, and Lead Brewer, Ed Clarke, recently attended the Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers’ inaugural Sustainability in Brewing Conference in Nottingham. The two-day event gathered over 250 delegates, fostering an environment of learning, sharing, and discussion. Industry leaders and peers engaged in vital conversations, exchanging knowledge and experiences […]
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Hook Norton Brewery is delighted to announce its contribution to the resounding success of Witney and District Swimming Club’s 50th-anniversary celebration, held last Saturday, July 5th, at Cokethorpe School in Witney. The milestone event saw over 260 attendees and successfully raised an impressive £2,000 through its raffle, with the Brewery’s donated Pale Ale proving to […]
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Local residents and fans of the countryside are in for a treat this August as renowned farmer, author, and beloved Countryfile presenter Adam Henson is set to appear at Hook Norton Brewery for a special evening. The event, “Tales from The Bar,” will take place on Saturday, August 9th, at 7 PM in the brewery’s […]
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Two of Britain’s most beloved independent breweries, Hook Norton Brewery and Woodforde’s Brewery, are proud to announce the launch of their latest collaboration: Hooked On Vista, a refreshing 4.2% pale ale brewed exclusively using the vibrant Vista hops. Hooked On Vista is a modern cask ale that celebrates bold, aromatic hopping with a nod to […]
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Many breweries have books about them. They are often worthy but dull, written by retired academics with the ability to research the subject but with little interest in the end product. Playing Hooky treads a firmer path. Adrian is not only a noted beer writer but also is — as managing director James Clarke says […]
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