Entrepreneur launches beer-based tourism venture

AN entrepreneur recently returned to North Yorkshire is launching his business venture in the region.

Mark Stredwick is launching Brewtown Tours this week, which will provide tours of Yorkshire’s breweries and beer hotspots.

Mr Stredwick returned to the UK this year after spending 16 years abroad, and six months after his return was ready to launch Brewtown following extensive researching of the region’s microbreweries.

Stops on Brewtown Tours include Brew York in York city centre, Half Moon Brewery in Ellerton, The Hop Studio near Elvington, Ainsty Ales in Acaster Malbis; Brass Castle and Bad Seed in Malton. Mark is also in discussions with West Yorkshire breweries, including North Brewing Co, Northern Monk and Brewery Tap, with a view to launching a Leeds-based tour in the coming months.

“My life overseas included a five-week craft beer tour of north western America and a stint as a tour guide with Dave’s Brewery Tours in Australia,” said Mr Stredwick. “I came back to the UK buzzing with ideas and keen to set up my own business. The beer scene here is fantastic, and very different to the one I left 16 years ago, but I was surprised to see that brewery bus tours, which are part and parcel of the industry in other countries, simply don’t exist here in the UK.”

“The concept is simple,” he said. “I take small groups of up to eight people on a tour of three breweries over the course of an afternoon, taking in some stunning Yorkshire countryside along the way and giving them an opportunity to learn about the brewing process, explore working breweries, meet some of the people who are driving the beer revolution and sample some of the most delicious beers in the UK.

“My aim is to help visitors and locals alike explore the incredible range of craft beers and real ales Yorkshire has to offer, through a fun, laid back touring experience with fellow beer enthusiasts. Our great relationships with local breweries create a VIP tour experience for guests – every tour is different, and every brewery has something unique to offer.”

 

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