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!
A message from James about the new Tier system and our hopes for the future. We ask, where you can, to please support your local pub in any way you can.
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As a brewery and pub operator we have been lobbying the Government to show us the science behind their decisions. The latest revelations, with Ministers apparently partly basing the strict measures for revellers on outbreaks in Japan, China, South Korea and Indonesia are not quite what we were expecting. The policy paper shows Covid clusters […]
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Here’s James giving us his views on the 10pm curfew, concerns over Covid-19 and the governments handling of it following a meeting with Victoria Prentis MP for North Oxfordshire.
Read more With the latest changes announced by the Government, here’s James giving us an update on the brewery and our pubs.
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Our latest pub, The Crown Inn at Benson, a characterful 17th century, Grade II-listed timber-framed coaching inn, is now open after a major refurbishment. Located in the pretty south Oxfordshire village of Benson, The Crown will welcome all to enjoy it’s bar, restaurant, six en-suite bedrooms, rear courtyard and beer garden. The kitchen will be […]
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Long Live The Local is an industry backed campaign, that celebrates the important social, cultural & economic role pubs and breweries play in Britain and highlights the jeopardy they face from a range of tax pressures, specifically Beer Duty. Covid -19 had a devastating impact on our pub & brewing industry and we face a […]
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We’ve got a new bar! We’re proud to be part of Lock 29, Castle Quay, Banbury. the new national centre of food and drink provenance by Happerley England the transparency movement championed by farmers and TV presenter Adam Henson along with England’s finest food and drink producers. Happerley England, will build upon the huge regeneration […]
Read moreHere at Hook Norton Brewery we’re marking our 171st and most challenging year of beer and brewing with a trio of limited edition anniversary beers – 171 Strong Ale, 171 Gold and 171 Coffee Stout. Beers brewed strong to strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield. To challenge these times with taste and […]
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The 15th of August 2020, is the 75th anniversary of VJ Day (Victory over Japan) commemorating the end of the Second World War. To mark this occasion, we have created a unique beer drawing inspiration from the countries involved. VJ75 Anniversary Ale, a light red ale with lemon, blackcurrant and kiwi-esque flavours, has been developed […]
Read moreWe’ve got a new local delivery service for our online orders with our man with a van, Tristan (he got the job as it rhymes, sorry Colin!) all set to go. Set charge of £7.50 and we’ll deliver direct to your door. See map below for post codes. We do still delivery via courier to […]
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Looking for a refreshing, light, fruity beer that packs a punch? We’ve brewed Mandarina Wheat, our summer sensation that is orange peel perfection! A punchy brew with fresh orange peel & German hop giving flavours this is certainly something a little bit different from the traditional brewery. Available in 500ml Vichy style bottles, it’s been 33 […]
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