Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring children or pets to the brewery or tour?

All our venues welcome children along with their parents until 8pm. We operate dog-friendly venues, please ensure your pet is kept on a lead at all times and be mindful of others. Unfortunately dogs are not permitted on brewery tours due to food hygiene standards.

Can I buy limited-edition or collaboration merchandise?

Yes, we often team up with other breweries, artists and brands (like our COPA retro football shirts or '10 Years of Chubbles' tee with The Veil) for limited-run apparel. These sell out, so check our Clothing & Accessories collection often.

Can I change or add to my order after placing it?

Yes, if you're quick! Email shop@cloudwaterbrew.co with your order number as soon as possible and we'll do our best to update it before it ships. Once an order has been dispatched, we're unable to make changes.

Can I exchange clothing?

We're happy to exchange your item for an alternative product, it doesn't have to be the same item. We'll cover the cost of sending the replacement. You'll only need to cover the postage for sending the original item to us.

Can I pause, skip or cancel my Beer Club subscription?

Subscriptions are managed through your account on our webshop, where you can pause, skip a delivery, or cancel ahead of your next billing date. If you run into any trouble managing it online, email shop@cloudwaterbrew.co and we'll sort it manually.

Can I redeem a gift voucher in your taprooms rather than online?

Online gift vouchers are only valid on our webshop. To buy or redeem a voucher for use in our Manchester or London taprooms, use our Square gift card page instead.

Can I request a delayed delivery date?

Sure! Add a note in the checkout's order instructions box, then email shop@cloudwaterbrew.co with your order number to confirm. We'll do our best to accommodate the request.

Can I reschedule or cancel my brewery tour booking?

Yes, up to 12 hours before your tour start time. Contact unit9@cloudwaterbrew.co to make changes.

Do I have to pay for return postage?

Yes, unfortunately we're unable to cover return postage costs for apparel returns/exchanges. Faulty or damaged beer issues are handled differently - contact us first at shop@cloudwaterbrew.co rather than posting anything back.

Do you offer free shipping?

Yes, free shipping is available to most Mainland UK addresses on orders £60 or over. Orders below £60 are charged a flat £5.99 shipping fee. Full shipping details.

Do you sell gift vouchers?

Digital gift vouchers are available from £20 to £200, valid for two years from purchase. The recipient enters a unique code at online checkout to redeem the value against their order.

Do you sell official Cloudwater glassware?

Absolutely! Our branded glass range includes the Craftmaster 2/3rd pint glass, the Howarth pint tankard, tumblers, taster glasses, and limited-edition Barrel Project stemware. Shop glassware.

Do you ship outside the UK?

Unfortunately not currently. Post-Brexit customs changes mean we're only able to ship within the UK for now.

Do you ship to Northern Ireland or the Scottish Highlands & Islands?

Yes, though a £12 surcharge applies to Northern Ireland and remote Scottish postcodes (including the Highlands and Islands) to cover increased courier costs. £5.99 of this is waived on orders over £60. See the full postcode list.

How do I book a brewery tour?

Book directly via our Brewery Tour page. Tours run Saturdays at 10:45am and Sundays at 12pm. Not sure of your date yet? Buy a digital gift voucher now and redeem it for a tour later.

How do I contact Cloudwater customer service?

We've lots of ways for you to get in touch, depending on your requirements.

How do I find Cloudwater beer near me (pubs, bars, bottle shops)?

Our beer is stocked in independent bottle shops and bars across the UK and we export to dozens of countries via regional distributors. For the widest and freshest selection, our own online shop and taprooms are the best place to start. Trade customers wanting to stock us should see our Trade page.

How do I place an order?

Browse our online shop, add items to your cart, and checkout securely using our Shopify-powered website. We accept all major cards and payment can be made via PayPal or Shop.

How is my order packaged?

Orders are sent in a single parcel unless they exceed 48 items or include a mix of glassware, cans and large bottles, in which case we split it across boxes to keep everything safe in transit. We reserve the right to request additional shipping fees if there's lots of separate parcels required (this is extremely rare)

How long do refunds take to process?

Once your returned items arrive back with us (or your quality complaint is resolved), refunds typically take 3-7 days to process back to your original payment method. Processing times can vary depending on the bank or credit card provider.

How long will my order take to arrive?

Orders placed by 11am Monday–Thursday usually ship same-day. Orders placed after 1pm Thursday are processed from the following Monday.

Most of England, Wales and Scotland receive next-day delivery once dispatched (up to 3 working days during busy periods).

How often do you release new beers?

Weekly. Our "Fresh Off The Line" section is updated as soon as new brews come off the canning line, so it's worth checking back or signing up to our newsletter so you never miss a drop. See what's fresh. We also release seasonal specials including birthday beers each February and our annual Barrel Project series of beers - beers made with Time and Love, released in time for Christmas

I haven't received my order confirmation email - what should I do?

First, check your spam/junk folder. If it's still missing after an hour, email shop@cloudwaterbrew.co with the name and email used at checkout, and we'll confirm your order status.

I'm having trouble checking out or applying a discount code - what do I do?

Double-check the code hasn't expired and is entered exactly as shown (case-sensitive), and that your basket meets any minimum spend the offer requires. Still stuck? Email shop@cloudwaterbrew.co with a screenshot and we'll help directly.

Is there a minimum order value?

There's no minimum order - however, orders under £60 incur a £5.99 shipping fee (Mainland UK, some postcodes attract higher fees), so many customers top up to hit free shipping. Build your own mixed box to make the most of it. Click and Collect is also available from our Manchester brewery taproom and Sadler's Cat.

My beer arrived damaged, faulty, or not as described - what do I do?

Email shop@cloudwaterbrew.co immediately with your order number, the beer name, a description of the issue, and a photo. We'll investigate with our brewing team and issue a refund or replacement as appropriate - full details in our Refund Policy.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are ordering cans, dents do happen in transit as the metal is so thin. We do our best to mitigate this with careful packaging, dedicated dividers and void filling pellets (they are water soluble so just throw them in your green bin!). Dents will not damage the beer itself unless pierced, and we would never purposefully send dented cans out to customers!

What are your taproom opening hours?

Opening hours are subject to change depending on events and bank holidays, please check the venue before making a special journey.

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What beer styles do Cloudwater brew?

We brew across the full spectrum - including Hazy 'New England' and West Coast IPAs/DIPAs, pale ales, lagers, barrel-aged imperial stouts, fruited and wild sours, and low/no-alcohol beers. If there's a style of beer you like, then the chances are we've brewed it in the past and will be doing it again at some point in the future! New beers drop almost every week, Shop all beer.

What happens to my order over a UK Bank Holiday?

Our shop closes over Bank Holiday weekends. Orders usually cut off around 1pm the Thursday before, with shipping resuming the next working day. Changes to shop operating hours will be communicated ahead of time to ensure you get the chance to order in time for holidays!

What if my question isn't answered here?

Get in touch! We're a small, friendly team and happy to help. Email shop@cloudwaterbrew.co for order/shipping queries, info@cloudwaterbrew.co for general questions, or drop us a WhatsApp or instant message on the website, 8am–4pm Monday to Friday.

What merchandise do you sell?

Clothing (hoodies, T-shirts, caps, beanies), bags (tote bags, shoppers), glassware (tumblers, tankards, goblets, taster glasses), stickers, and seasonal collaborations like our retro football shirts. Shop merch.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept all major debit/credit cards and digital wallets supported at checkout (e.g. Apple Pay, Google Pay, Shop Pay), processed securely through our Shopify checkout. Gift vouchers and discount codes can also be applied at checkout.

What should I know before I arrive for a tour?

We're a cashless venue, so bring a card. Wear closed-toe shoes and suitable clothing, arrive sober and on time (latecomers may be refused entry), and note there's no fancy dress permitted. We're fully accessible and inclusive, with bike storage and limited on-site parking spaces at M1 2NP.

What subscription boxes do you offer?

We have two principal subscription services; The Cloudwater Beer Club has three different choices, and we also offer subscriptions of all of our core range of beers including Fresh AF IPA, Happy!, Fuzzy, Piccadilly Pilsner and SoCal.

  • The Good Stuff - A subscription for those that like to drink the freshest beers from across the vast range of style we produce.
  • The Hop Shop - 12 of our freshest hop-forward beers each month which will vary in style and strength.
  • The Lowdown - Our subscription service made especially for those who want all the flavour, aroma and body of the best Cloudwater has to offer, but without the alcohol.
What's included in the brewery tour?

A guided tour of our working brewery, a tutored tasting of 4 of our freshest beers (including a pour straight from the tank), and a Q&A session with our team. Sessions run around 1.5 hours, but we recommend allowing 2 hours in case you want to stick around in the taproom afterwards.

What's your returns policy on merchandise (clothing, glassware, etc.)?

We accept returns or exchanges on apparel within 21 days of receipt, provided items are unworn and in original condition. Email shop@cloudwaterbrew.co to notify us before returning, and use our downloadable returns form.

When will my subscription box arrive each month?

The Lowdown boxes usually ship around the 15th of each month. The Good Stuff and Hop Shop Boxes ship around the 25th. These dates can vary due to changes to our production and packaging schedules, as well as what day of the week the 15th/25th falls on.
You'll get tracking details by email each time it ships.

Where is Cloudwater based?

Our brewery is at 7–8 Piccadilly Trading Estate, Manchester, M1 2NP, a short walk from Manchester Piccadilly station. We also run taprooms in Manchester (Unit 9, right next to the brewery) and London (73 Enid Street, Bermondsey Beer Mile), plus our own pub, Sadler's Cat, in Manchester's NOMA district. Find our venues.

Which courier do you use, and how do I track my order?

We currently ship with DPD Local. Once your order is dispatched you'll receive tracking details by email - you can also track directly at track.dpdlocal.co.uk.

Who are Cloudwater?

Cloudwater Brew Co is a small brewery founded in Manchester in 2014, with our first beers brewed on 14th February 2015. We focus on making exciting flavour combinations in modern beer including Pale Ales, Lagers, Hazy Double IPAs and barrel-aged beer. Each beer is brewed with a relentless focus on flavour and drinkability, intended to create relaxing experiences for our customers. We are independently owned and directed by our co-founder Paul Jones and, since the beginning, we have been guided by shared values that define our work. Shop online or visit us in person at our Manchester and London taprooms. Learn more about us.