A feature detailing a number of long-standing, family-owned British breweries who continue not only to survive, but to thrive.

Family Business United (FBU) is marking National Apprenticeship Week 2026 (NAW2026) by celebrating the vital contribution apprentices make within family-owned businesses across the UK.

A spectacular display of more than 1,000 balloons floating above Farringdon marked the reopening of historic City pub The Hoop and Grapes.

Independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame is to reopen landmark Farringdon pub The Hoop and Grapes in February following a £1.8m transformation.

Britain’s oldest brewer Shepherd Neame has introduced a delicious new Afternoon Tea menu, with a selection of handcrafted sweet and savoury treats, just in time for National Afternoon Tea Week, which runs until Sunday (August 17). And to complement the offer, the brewer and pub company has teamed up with fellow family-owned, independent British firm Birchall Tea so customers can choose from an extensive selection of their award-winning flavours - or add sparkle with a glass

The White Horse and Bower, a landmark London pub just minutes from Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament, will reopen on...

Independent family brewer, Shepherd Neame, has introduced a refreshing new cask ale to its permanent range – Creekside Juicy IPA(4%). Creekside takes its name from Faversham Creek which runs through the heart of the medieval market town which has been home to Shepherd Neame for more than 300 years. The historic brewery is just a stone’s throw from the Creek, which played a pivotal role in Faversham’s success over the centuries as a trading port and shipbuilding hub. A pale go

Faversham-based brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame has teamed up with fellow independent business Kent Crisps for a delicious new partnership. Kent Crisps will be available in selected Shepherd Neame pubs and hotels throughout Kent, London and across the South East from Monday, June 2. The award-winning range of hand-cooked, traditional British crisps showcase some of Kent’s finest food and drink, with flavours including Ashmore Cheese and Onion, in collaboration with Chee

Jonathan Neame, Chief Executive of independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame, was officially appointed as High Sheriff of Kent. Guests and dignitaries including the outgoing High Sheriff of Kent, Dr Gill Fargher, attended the Declaration Ceremony at St Mary of Charity Parish Church in Faversham. The ceremony was conducted by Reverend Simon Rowlands and the Bishop of Dover The Rt Revd Rose Hudson-Wilkin, and the Declaration was led by the Resident Judge His Hono

A new face is behind the bar at Shepherd Neame’s waterside pub Pier Five in Chatham Maritime. Sunny Chowdhury, 33, has just been...

Award-winning licensee Amy Glenie has just taken on her second Shepherd Neame pub – and this time her husband will be behind the bar....

Independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame reopened historic Essex pub The Bellhouse, following a three week, £300,000...

Independent family brewer Shepherd Neame is delighted to unveil its latest limited-edition brew, Table Beer (2.7% ABV). Light golden in...

Shepherd Neame has extended its pouring rights partnership with EFL Championship team Millwall Football Club. The independent Kent brewer...

Twin sisters Susan Stoten and Hazel Sturmer are celebrating two decades running Shepherd Neame pub The Hastings Arms. The pair took on...

Faversham Hop Festival is back on Saturday, August 31 and Sunday, September 1, with Britain’s oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, returning as...

Independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame has unveiled its first pizza wagon, offering handmade sourdough pizzas to eat in...

Britain’s oldest brewer, Faversham-based Shepherd Neame, has launched its first collection of English wines, in collaboration with...

Five of independent family brewer Shepherd Neame’s beers have been honoured in the prestigious World Beer Awards 2024. The...