Brewery Tours in Manchester
Demi Sheridan, Editorial AssistantManchester’s love affair with beer runs deep. From historic brewing roots to the boundary-pushing craft scene of today, the city is packed with places where you can get closer to the process — and the pints. Whether you’re into traditional ales, hop-forward IPAs or experimental small-batch brews, there are plenty of ways to explore Manchester’s beer culture from the inside.
A growing number of breweries and independent tour operators now offer behind-the-scenes access to the city’s thriving beer scene. Expect everything from guided tastings and brewer-led walk-throughs to full-blown afternoons spent hopping between taprooms in some of Manchester’s most characterful neighbourhoods. There’s no shortage of stories, flavour, or local passion poured into every glass.
So if you fancy seeing what goes into your favourite brew (and sampling a few along the way) Manchester’s got you covered. It’s a chance to drink in the craft, quite literally, and discover the people and places keeping the city’s beer tradition very much alive.