Several Cumbrian breweries triumphed at the SIBA North West Independent Beer Awards, showcasing the county's brewing industry.
The 2025 edition of the event saw Cumbria as a dominant force, with Crooked River Brewing Co. Ltd and Jennings Brewery most notable.
West Cumbria's Crooked River Brewing Co. Ltd bagged multiple awards.
The brewery's ‘Gluten Free Helles Lager’ and ‘Pacific Ale’ were awarded gold and recognised as category champions in the premium lager and session pale ale sections, while the ‘West Coast IPA’ secured a bronze in the IPA category.
Jennings Brewery, described as 'one of Cumbria’s most recognisable brewing names,' featured prominently in discussions around the awards—not solely for results, but for its resurgence in the past year.
Other Cumbrian breweries such as Bowness Bay Brewing, Keswick Brewing Co., Gan Yam Brewery, and Wild Boar Brewery didn't go unnoticed.
Bowness Bay Brewing’s ‘Swan Free’ took a silver in the non-alcoholic and low ABV category while Keswick Brewing Co. was recognised for entries across their submitted categories.
Gan Yam Brewery, an emerging force in new-wave Cumbrian craft production, also scored a silver and Wild Boar Brewery claimed a silver and a category champion title for its Hog’s 54 pale ale.
A Crooked River spokesperson said: "These results highlight the depth of brewing talent in Cumbria, spanning both established operations and younger, experimental breweries.
"The North West collective performance illustrates the county’s rising profile within the beer sector.
"But much of the attention this year has centred on the west of the county, where both Crooked River and Jennings have experienced significant expansion and public interest.
"As the industry continues to evolve, Cumbria’s diverse mix of heritage breweries, modern craft operations, and emerging innovators appears set to keep the region at the forefront of the North West’s beer conversation.
"Overall, the collective success of these breweries at the SIBA North West Independent Beer Awards cements Cumbria's position as a leading brewing region in the North West, continuously evolving and keeping heralding innovation within the beer industry."
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