Hook Norton is one of only 32 family owned breweries and is the finest example of a Victorian Tower Brewery in the country. Of course, the brewery is about so much more than just its fantastic range of award-winning beers. At the brewery, they have a shop, Malthouse Kitchen Cafe, free museum and meeting rooms. They have 36 pubs that are at the heart of many of local communities, serving great drink and food to the region.
Whilst they do dedicate their lives to brewing the best quality ale they have a whole host of other reasons to pop in and see them at the brewery.
Brewery Tours
Brewery tours start from the Visitors Centre and last approximately 2 hours. The first 1½ hours are spent around the brewery where you’ll see their original steam engine, learn about their history and how they make their range of delicious beers. After a tour of the stables, if they are in residence you’ll be able to see the lovely Shire Horses who still deliver beer to their local pubs in the traditional way. Upon completion of the tour, it’s back to their sampling bar in the Visitor Centre for a ½ hour beer tasting.
Brewery Shop
Pick up your favourite beer and browse their wide range of beer-related merchandise and gifts alongside local arts and crafts.
Malthouse Kitchen
Enjoy locally sourced and lovingly prepared tasty food served up for breakfast and lunch.
Brewery & Village Museum
Take a trip back in time and learn all about the history and heritage of Hook Norton Brewery and the village. Entrance to the brewery museum is free of charge.
Meetings, Conferences, Events & Weddings
Whatever type of event you are planning they have room for you. They have several rooms to choose from and can add on unique elements like a brewery tour or beer tasting.
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| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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| Brewery Museum | Free |
| Brewery Tours | £20.00 per ticket |
Free Beer for Dad This Father's DayBring Dad for breakfast or lunch and give him a brew-tiful surprise — a free beer to take home, because every dad deserves a hoppy Father’s Day!
Music at the CrossroadsMusic at the Crossroads is an annual 3-day music festival which raises money for national and local charities, including Blood Cancer UK and the Firefighters Charity.
Hook Norton Festival of Fine AlesThe Hook Norton Festival of Fine Ales or Hooky Beer Fest is back for 2026. The charity beer festival features over 100 beers and ciders from across the UK, live music, and food, with proceeds supporting Blood Cancer UK and local community projects.FROM THE M40
Exit at Junction 11 signposted Banbury. Head out of Banbury, following signs for A361 Chipping Norton. You will enter the village of Bloxham. At the mini roundabout, veer to the right towards the Texaco petrol station. Follow this road for a quarter of a mile and take the right hand turning for Hook Norton, signposted Milcombe. From Milcombe, follow the brown tourist signs to the Brewery FROM OXFORD/CHIPPING NORTON
Follow the A44 to Chipping Norton towards the roundabout where the A3400 meets the A361. Take the A361 towards Banbury (the exit next to the Little Chef). Shortly after you have taken this exit, take the first turning on your left, signposted Hook Norton. Follow signs for Hook Norton. You will take one turning on your right. As you enter Hook Norton, coming down a hill, take a left hand turn at a Hook Norton pub, the Pear Tree, by a small green, and a sharp left again, this road is Brewery Lane. The Brewery is at the end of this lane.
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Malthouse Kitchen, OxfordshireEnjoy fresh, locally sourced dishes at the Malthouse Kitchen at Hook Norton Brewery, Oxfordshire. Cozy indoor dining, beer garden, family & dog friendly. Tours, Shire horses & museum on site. Join us for breakfast, lunch or just a relaxing coffee or a pint.
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