12 Beer Tastings in the UK We Would Queue For

1.Pubs & History Walking Tour with Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 266 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $63Our pick

Walk Edinburgh’s Old Town with a beer-loving guide such as Wag, Iain, Christy, Sara, or Tilly. Visit three pubs, taste traditional cask ale and newer Scottish styles, and hear how brewing shaped Canongate, Cowgate, and the city. The two-hour tour costs $63.77, includes all tastings, and accepts up to 12 people.

“We had a fantastic time on the tour. It was a great mix of beer and history. We made three tasting stops and tried a wide variety of beers including traditionally served real ale/cask ale. I can highly recommend this tour for both casual beer drinkers and serious beer enthusiasts visiting Edinburgh!”

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2.A craft beer tasting tour of the Bermondsey Beer Mile

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $67

Join Paul or Dave for a 3 to 4 hour walk through London’s Bermondsey Beer Mile. Visit five breweries, sample half pints or two-thirds of beer at four stops, and learn about brewing, beer styles, and the local scene. Finish at The Kernel, where you can buy whatever you fancy.

“From the off the Paul and Dave were friendly and extremely knowledgable, not only the beer styles and how to taste, but also the breweries and the local area. At each brewery we tried a different style and tasting methods. A great way to spend a Saturday in London for a beer fan. Thanks chaps!”

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3.Pubs & History Walking Tour with Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $63

Start near George Square and walk through Merchant City with a small group, stopping at three pubs for Scottish beer tastings. Guides such as Mhairi, Iain, Leigh, and James explain brewing, beer styles, and Glasgow’s past. Expect several samples, a little walking, and a friendly afternoon in English.

“Great way to learn about Glasgow’s history while enjoying a variety of beer. And also a perfect activity if traveling solo. Mhairi is a great guide!”

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4.Beer Tasting Session in Edinburgh’s Underground Vaults | 1 hour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 66 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $31

Meet at John’s Coffee House & Tavern in Parliament Square for a small-group tasting beneath Edinburgh. You’ll sample four local beers, learn how colour, bitterness, and flavour differ, and hear stories of The Lost Close. Hosts such as Sarah, Nicky, Mark, and Padge have led sessions, which suit adults who want a short, social evening with local character.

“Our guide was very knowledgeable about the beer and the fascinating location. The price of the tour was extremely reasonable considering how much beer was offered.”

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5.3 Locks Brewing Company Tour and Tasting Experience in Camden

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $34

At 3 Locks Brewing Company in Camden, you’ll try a welcome beer, six tasting pours, beer from the brewery and tank, plus a final beer. Guide Michael leads an entertaining, informative visit for groups of up to 12. The 75-minute experience ends with 10% off in the taproom and on merchandise.

“What a fantastic tour! I brought my whole family who all had such a great time. Our tour guide Michael was so knowledgable and entertaining, we learnt so much, and the beer was delicious. Highly recommend!!”

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6.3 Locks Brewing Company: Guided tasting and brewery tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 16 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $33

At 3 Locks Brewing Company, you’ll taste six beers with an English-speaking guide, tour the brewhouse, drink beer in the brewery, and sample it straight from the tank. Mick, also referred to as Michael, leads sessions with sharp humour and clear brewing insight. The 1.5-hour tour includes several full pours and a 10% taproom discount.

“Mick was the goat. Shay was so nice and gave so much beer, might’ve been one of the best experiences I’ve booked.”

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7.Bristol: Self-Guided Craft Beer Tour with Optional Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 10 reviews · from $6Best value

Start at Bristol Temple Meads and follow an English-language audio tour through Bristol’s craft beer districts. Stop at a railway-arch brewpub, brewery taprooms, a traditional pub, and more. Choose your own drinks and pace, or add a guided tasting of three small beers brewed on site.

“Very enjoyable. We went on May Day bank holiday weekend which turned out to be the same weekend as the East Bristol Brewery Trail! It was very busy but a lot of fun. Would thoroughly recommend.”

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8.Harry Potter Walking Tour and Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 5 hours · from $66

Join an English-speaking Potter-head guide for a small-group walk from Tron Kirk through Edinburgh’s Harry Potter sights, including Old College, Greyfriars Kirkyard, the Elephant Café, and Victoria Street. After free time, meet a local beer expert at The Lost Close for a tasting of several Scottish beers. Guides may include Jackson or Kristy for the walk and Eleonor for the tasting.

“Very knowledgeable tour guide who made it very interesting”

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9.Bath: Guided Walking Tour with Beer Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

Meet Gez at Bath Brew House for a small-group walk through Bath’s pubs and Georgian sights. Over two hours, you’ll taste five half pints, learn about beer styles and brewing, visit The Circus, and finish with stout near the Royal Crescent. Comfortable shoes and weatherproof clothing are essential.

“This is a wonderful tour. Gez is informative about the history and types of beer but also about the town of Bath and its history. Highly recommend spending the afternoon enjoying the pubs, taverns, freehouses or inns of Bath.”

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10.Beer Tasting and Pub Crawl in Historic Clerkenwell

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $101

Meet Mark or Joe near Farringdon Elizabeth Line Station for a two-hour walk through Clerkenwell. Visit three pubs dating back about 500 years and one modern craft bar, taste four beers, try British pub snacks, and learn how to choose among major ale styles. Tuesdays may end with an optional pub quiz.

“cheers to our guides, Mark & Joe! Perfect balance of social time & learning about pub culture. Had a fabulous time!”

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11.Craft Brewery Tour with Tasting of 4 Beers

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews · from $26

Meet your English-speaking guide at Five Points Taproom in Hackney for a 90-minute look at the brewhouse and packaging lines. Taste four 1/3-pint beers fresh from the tank on a mezzanine terrace, then use your 10% food and drink discount to linger.

“Nothing groundbreaking but still a nice brewery tour and tasting. Our host Bex was lovely!”

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12.Underground Beer Tasting in Lost Close

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 1 hour · from $31

Meet your English-speaking host at John’s Coffee House, opposite St. Giles Cathedral, then enter The Lost Close for four locally brewed beers. You’ll hear stories about Edinburgh’s underground past while tasting beers from Campervan Brewery, Moonwake Beer Co., and Bellfield Brewery. The group is limited to 10 people.

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