Lizard Ales

You'll find Lizard Ales tucked away in Cornwall, a working brewery that takes its craft seriously without any of the pretension. The operation is small and genuine - the sort of place where the people pouring your pint actually know what goes into it. They brew on-site, which means you get beer fresh enough that it tastes like someone cared about it yesterday, not six months ago.

The brewery works well for a couple of hours if you're into that sort of thing. Real ale enthusiasts will properly appreciate the range, and if you're the type who enjoys learning how things are made, there's enough going on to keep you interested. Fair warning: it's not a massive visitor attraction with gift shops and photo opportunities. This is a proper working brewery, so don't expect theme-park production or crowds.

It's worth timing a visit around the opening hours - check ahead before you go. The nearest significant town is Cornwall itself, though Lizard specifically sits on the Lizard Peninsula. If you're staying at Henry's Camp Site, about five miles away, it's a reasonable drive for an afternoon outing, especially if you're combining it with coastal walks or other brewery visits in the region.

Bring the kids only if they're old enough to sit through conversations about hops and fermentation. Partners who enjoy a decent pint will thank you for the detour though.