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!
We have brewed a unique beer to celebrate the life and legacy of Commander, our much-loved dray horse who sadly passed away recently. A loyal colleague to many, and a friend to all. The beer was brewed with the help of our Head Coachman, Nick Carter and Groom Alyster. Nick says “Command and Conquer is […]
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Happy to announce we have helped Blenheim Palace launch its own limited edition signature beer in time for Christmas made with natural spring water from the Oxfordshire estate. ‘Blenheim Palace’ Signature IPA was created using fresh water collected from aquifers beneath the UNESCO World Heritage Site. To celebrate its arrival we arranged for it to […]
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To welcome in the festive season, we now have our Greedy Goose Winter Ale available on the bar and a handy 500ml bottle. A delightfully full flavoured winter ale, rich to the palate and displaying a rounded fruity aroma, with hints of dark fruit. The subtle taste of rich soft fruits are underpinned by slight […]
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The board of Banbury United are delighted to announce that multi award-winning Hook Norton Brewery has partnered with our Community-owned Football Club. Explains Banbury United Commercial Team Liaison Warren Bartlett: “Hook Norton Brewery has teamed up with us not only as our supplier of their world-famous beers, but also in an exclusive deal which sees […]
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We’re beyond heartbroken to announce the sad passing of our Clydesdale, Commander on Saturday night, after a short illness. Commander, joined the brewery in 2019, a larger-than-life horse, with the gentlest of hearts and cheekiest of characters. A friend and colleague with a CV which no horse will ever beat. He was an iconic TV […]
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We are proud to announce we have been awarded the VisitEngland Gold Award VisitEngland’s Accolades are designed to celebrate excellence within the visitor attraction sector and showcase those businesses in our VisitEngland Visitor Attraction Quality Scheme that go the extra mile to provide a high-quality day out. This could be through a warm welcome, an […]
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The Ashmolean Museum is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with local Oxfordshire brewery, Hook Norton nestled in the Oxfordshire countryside, just over 20 miles north of the Museum. One of only 32 family-owned breweries in the UK, with over 170 years of history, and with the finest example of a Victorian Tower Brewery […]
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Hook Norton Brewery, now one of only three breweries in the UK with working, delivering Shire Horses proved triumphant this weekend (7th August) at the Derbyshire and District Shire Horse Association show. The Breweries 3 year old gelding, Brigadier competed in the open gelding class, bringing home a triumphant 1st place. Commander, our resident Clydesdale […]
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Hook Norton Brewery hosts a family reunion with a historical twist Two family groups gathered at Hook Norton Brewery on Saturday 6th August to celebrate a special link that unites them. Descendants of William Bradford, who designed the Victorian tower brewery in 1900, met descendants of his nephew, William Foster Stovin-Bradford, who took over his […]
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Shaking the 17 year legacy of the internationally renowned ‘pie pub’ has had its challenges admits new landlord Gerard Hughes, but he now feels he has the right team to do it with the appointment of new Head Chef, Freddie Dodson, poached (no pun intended) from the Soho Farmhouse. “When the 30 minute interview turned […]
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Hook Norton Brewery’s latest edition to its beer delivery fleet is the all Electric Vauxhall Vivaro-e. The All-electric Vauxhall Vivaro-e is a versatile performer with the added benefit of zero emissions whilst driving and a range of over 200 miles, perfect for delivering their beer casks and bottled beer in the local area. To support […]
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Heavy horse owners and enthusiasts from all over the country gathered this weekend at Arena UK for the Shire Horse Society’s annual four day training camp of which Hook Norton Brewery are proud to be sponsors of. Attracting both native and foreign heavy breeds, to include Suffolk Punches, Brabants and Percherons volunteers from the Shire […]
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