The Directory of UK Brewers

Breweries Opened In 1740

The following is a list of the 3 breweries listed on this site that opened in 1740 that are listed on the site. Please note that this is not a complete list of all breweries ever in existance, just the ones on this site and is nowhere near complete before the mid-1980's. Additional historical information is being added as time allows. While we have tried to ensure the information below is correct, if you believe that something is incorrect please contact us

James Aitken & Co (Falkirk) Ltd Closed
(Falkirk, Stirling and Falkirk 1740-1966)

Samuel Allsopp Brewing Company Closed
(Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire 1740-1998)

Beard & Co. Ltd Closed
(Lewes, East Sussex 1740-1958)



Last Updated : 20th May 2002