Sussex Breweries Worth the Trip
From bold IPAs to farmhouse ales, Sussex is brewing some of the best beer in the UK. Here are five breweries worth the trip.
1. Gun Brewery
Set on a hillside farm, Gun Brewery embodies Sussex heritage with its trug emblem while brewing modern, forward-thinking beers. Its taproom has become a destination in its own right for those seeking bold, small-batch craft beer.
Known for | Sussex farm brewery with an iconic taproom | Gun Hill, Heathfield TN21 0JX
2. UnBarred Brewery
Creative to the core, Brighton’s UnBarred Brewery turns out hop-forward IPAs, pudding-inspired one-offs, and a stream of new releases - best enjoyed in their taproom (where you can also grab Fatto a Mano pizza from next door).
Known for | Bold, experimental beers in Brighton | 19–23 Elder Pl, Brighton BN1 4GF
3. Beak Brewery
Beak’s inventive IPAs and pale ales have made them a Sussex favourite, found on taps across the county. Brewed in Lewes, their beers balance bold flavour with drinkability, earning a loyal following in and beyond the taproom, where street-food pop-ups and seasonal events run on weekends.
Known for | Cult-status IPAs poured fresh in Lewes | Unit 14 Cliffe Industrial Est, Lewes BN8 6JL
4. Brolly Brewing
Horsham’s Brolly Brewing is a small-batch brewery and community hub, pouring both their own beers and guest taps. Expect a tucked-away industrial vibe, the odd toads game, and regular street food pop-ups with live music.
Known for | Industrial taproom vibe, toads game, food pop-ups | Redkiln Cl, Horsham RH13 5QL
5. Merekai Brewing
Worthing’s Merekaï Brewing is an under-the-radar gem, with a stripped-back taproom and strong community feel. Their small-batch beers are poured by the team themselves, often alongside collaborations that showcase their values-led and experimental approach.
Known for | Community ethos, experimental collabs | Unit 8, Stanford Square, Worthing BN11 3EZ
