Surrey Hills Brewery

The brewery sits just outside Tadworth, a proper working operation where you can actually see beer being made rather than just drink the finished product. Surrey Hills has carved out a solid reputation for their cask ales - the Ranmore is their flagship, a session beer that works whether you're after something sessionable or genuinely curious about what decent local brewing looks like.

You'll find a taproom where the staff know what they're talking about, which makes a refreshing change from some brewery visits. They do brewery tours if you book ahead, though I'd ring to check current availability. The whole thing takes a couple of hours maximum if you include a pint or two, so it's more of an add-on activity than a full day out.

This works brilliantly if you're staying at Surrey Hills Yurts - it's only a couple of miles away - or basing yourself at Henfold Lakes. Families with older kids won't feel out of place, though it's really geared toward adults who actually like talking about beer. The location sits well within reach of proper walking country if you want to pair a brewery visit with exploring the actual Surrey Hills.

Free to visit the taproom and have a look around, though you'll want to budget for a drink. Check their website before heading over - opening hours can be a bit variable depending on what's on. Worth the detour if you're in the area and not just passing through.