Coventry Craft Beer and Pub Tour

A 3-hour pub crawl hitting four traditional pubs before finishing at Dhillon's Brewery tasting room. You'll taste six half-pint samples of locally brewed ales and lagers, with food snacks provided between stops. The guide discusses Coventry's brewing heritage and explains how local brewers revived the city's beer culture after decades of decline. Best for Beer enthusiasts and pub culture fans. This is a easy activity lasting 3 hours. Group size: 2-18. You meet at The Old Windmill pub. Key highlights: Six half-pint tastings across five venues, Coventry's only working brewery (Dhillon's) included, Four pubs with significant local history.

Price: £38

Duration: 3 hours

Difficulty: easy

Group size: 2-18

Minimum age: 18+

Best for: Beer enthusiasts and pub culture fans

Best time: Friday 4:00pm or Saturday 2:00pm starts avoid mid-week day crowds. Best September to April when summer tourists thin out. Most pubs have reduced hours Sunday afternoons.

Meeting point: The Old Windmill pub

Languages: English

Here is how the experience unfolds:

0:00 Gather at The Old Windmill - Meet in the historic pub dating to 1847. Receive a guide to Coventry's brewing history and beer style basics.

0:15 First half-pint tasting - Sample a traditional bitter from a Coventry-based brewery. Guide explains brewing methods and flavour notes.

0:45 Walk to second pub - 15-minute walk through city centre discussing notable pubs and their histories.

1:00 Stops 2-4: Pubs with tastings and snacks - Visit three more traditional pubs, tasting pale ale, IPA, and stout. Food snacks (crisps, nuts, cheese) served between stops.

2:45 Final stop: Dhillon's Brewery tasting room - Visit the working brewery, taste a sixth beer directly from the tap, and see the brewing equipment.

3:00 Departure and brewery merchandise available - Tour concludes. Option to purchase bottles or brewery merchandise at Dhillon's before departing.

The whole experience takes 3 hours. Difficulty: easy. You meet at The Old Windmill pub.

• Six half-pint tastings across five venues
• Coventry's only working brewery (Dhillon's) included
• Four pubs with significant local history
• Food snacks between each stop
• Guide commentary on brewing techniques and beer styles

What is included: Six half-pint beer tastings, Food snacks (crisps, nuts, cheese), Brewery tasting room entry, Guide commentary and beer education, Visit to working brewery with equipment viewing.

Not included: Full pints or larger drinks beyond the tastings, Meals beyond snacks, Brewery merchandise purchases, Soft drink alternative tastings. You will need to arrange these yourself.

What to bring: Valid ID (required for all pubs in UK), Cash for optional merchandise at brewery, Comfortable walking shoes, Water bottle for hydration. Having these with you makes the experience smoother.

Best time to go: Friday 4:00pm or Saturday 2:00pm starts avoid mid-week day crowds. Best September to April when summer tourists thin out. Most pubs have reduced hours Sunday afternoons..

Tip: Includes 6 half-pint tastings

Tip: Food snacks provided between stops

Accessibility: Moderate walking (approximately 1.5 miles) on flat city centre streets. All pubs and the brewery have step-free access or minor steps. Not suitable for very limited mobility. Note: Alcohol consumption may affect balance..

Operator: Real Ale Coventry

After this activity, these are within easy reach:

• Coventry Cathedral (12 min walk)
• Spon Street Historic Quarter (14 min walk)

This activity is run by Real Ale Coventry.

Cancellation policy: Free cancellation 48 hours before; 50% refund 24-48 hours; non-refundable within 24 hours.

Accessibility: Moderate walking (approximately 1.5 miles) on flat city centre streets. All pubs and the brewery have step-free access or minor steps. Not suitable for very limited mobility. Note: Alcohol consumption may affect balance..

Best time to go: Friday 4:00pm or Saturday 2:00pm starts avoid mid-week day crowds. Best September to April when summer tourists thin out. Most pubs have reduced hours Sunday afternoons..

What if I don't like beer or prefer non-alcoholic drinks?

The tour focuses on beer tasting, but inform the operator beforehand. Most pubs serve quality soft drinks and cider. You'll taste half-pints (small amounts), so even small consumption is manageable. Soft drink alternatives can be arranged at some stops.

Is Dhillon's Brewery the only operational brewery in Coventry?

Yes, Dhillon's is currently Coventry's sole working brewery. Coventry had numerous breweries until the 1980s. Dhillon's revived local brewing in recent years. Some craft beers served in the tour are brewed outside Coventry but by brewers with local connections.

How much alcohol will I actually consume on this tour?

Six half-pints equals three standard pints total over three hours. This is moderate consumption spread across the afternoon. Food and water are provided. Pace yourself and eat snacks between tastings. Most participants feel pleasantly tasted rather than intoxicated.