Three Tuns Inn

The Three Tuns Inn is a historic pub and brewery located in Bishops Castle, Shropshire, England. It is one of the oldest licensed breweries in the United Kingdom, with a brewing tradition that dates back several centuries. The establishment operates as both a public house and a microbrewery, producing a range of traditional English ales that are served on-site and distributed to a limited number of outlets. The Three Tuns Inn is a well-known local landmark in Bishops Castle, a small market town near the Welsh border. Its name, 'Three Tuns', refers to the three barrels depicted on its sign, a common heraldic symbol for a brewery or tavern. The pub offers a traditional British pub experience, with cask ales, hearty food, and a historic atmosphere. Over the years, it has been recognized for its contribution to the preservation of traditional brewing methods and has won awards for its beers. The business remains independent and continues to operate from its original premises, attracting visitors and real ale enthusiasts from across the region and beyond.

The Three Tuns Inn is a historic pub and brewery situated in Bishops Castle, Shropshire, England. Its origins as a licensed brewing site are believed to date back to the 17th century, making it one of the oldest continuously operating breweries in the United Kingdom. The establishment has been a central part of the local community for centuries, serving as a meeting place and a source of traditional ales. In the 20th century, the brewery changed hands several times before being acquired by the local family-run business in the 1990s, which undertook restoration of the brewing equipment and expanded the range of beers. The pub itself retains many original features, including timber beams and open fireplaces, contributing to its reputation as a quintessential English country pub. The brewery produces a core range of cask ales, including Three Tuns XXX, Original, and Solstice, which have won awards at regional beer festivals. The business remains independent and continues to brew on the premises, supplying its own pub and a small number of free-trade outlets. The Three Tuns Inn is also noted for its commitment to traditional brewing methods, using open fermentation and locally sourced ingredients where possible.

• Believed to have been established as a licensed brewing site in the 17th century.

• Acquired by a local family-run business in the 1990s, leading to restoration and expansion.

• Awards won at regional beer festivals for core cask ales.

Traditional independent brewery and pub offering cask-conditioned ales in a historic setting.

• Three Tuns XXX

  A traditional strong ale.

• Three Tuns Original

  A classic session bitter.

• Three Tuns Solstice

  A seasonal golden ale.

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