Ludlow Brewery toasts triple CAMRA triumph
A south Shropshire brewery is celebrating a significant haul of silverware after several of its flagship ales were honoured at the prestigious CAMRA Champion Beer of Britain Area Awards 2025.
Ludlow Brewery, a family-run business based in the heart of the historic market town, secured multiple accolades in the West Midlands & West Central Area, further cementing its reputation for brewing excellence within the county and across the wider region.
The brewery’s success was led by Ludlow Best and Black Knight, both of which were awarded Gold in their respective categories. The accolades continued with Red Dawn, which secured a Bronze award in the regional heats and remains a contender in the national Champion Beer of Britain Competition 2025. This rigorous competition is widely regarded as one of the most esteemed in the United Kingdom, with entries subjected to a multi-stage judging process where they are assessed against strict criteria for style and quality.
The local favourites did not stop there, as the brewery’s popular Blonde ale also found success on home soil. Following a series of blind tastings conducted by CAMRA members and trained experts at the Shrewsbury CAMRA Beer & Cider Festival, Blonde was officially named Runner-Up Beer of the Festival. This dual success across both regional awards and local festivals highlights the consistent appeal of the brewery's portfolio to both industry experts and casual drinkers alike.
Gary Walters, Managing Director of Ludlow Brewery, expressed his pride in the team’s achievements, noting that the awards serve as a fantastic endorsement of the passion poured into every pint. He remarked that receiving such high-level recognition is a significant boost for independent brewing in the region, particularly as the results are determined by knowledgeable and discerning beer enthusiasts.
Since its inception in 2006, Ludlow Brewery has focused on producing high-quality cask ales using traditional methods from its base in a meticulously renovated Victorian railway shed. The company remains committed to a "low-beer miles" policy, supplying a variety of pubs, shops, and festivals throughout Shropshire and the Welsh Marches. This latest round of awards serves as a testament to the brewery's ability to innovate while remaining true to the heritage of British real ale.
