This is the latest information as of April 2025. I have updated the post, guide and maps accordingly. This post was first published in 2020 and the beer mile has changed since then, with some places closing and new opening.
This is the most up to date information as of April 2025.
I live in Bermondsey and I love craft beer. I’ve done the Bermondsey Beer Mile quite a few times now (although not all in one go), so I thought I’d give you some little tips if you’re thinking of doing it.
If you don’t have time to read my full post, download my free Bermondsey Beer Mile Guide to keep with you for later.
What is the Bermondsey Beer Mile?
For the uninitiated, the Bermondsey Beer Mile is a collection of 16 individual taprooms and working breweries that sell their beer on site. They’re working breweries so don’t expect the comforts you’d find in a regular pub. Often seating is just composed of a few wooden benches and the toilets are portable.
What makes it unique is the sheer range of beers you can try. Ever had a honey beer? Or a Lemon & Thyme Saison? Sea Salt & Chilli Stout, anyone?
How to get to the Bermondsey Beer Mile
The Bermondsey Beer Mile is in Bermondsey. It starts at either Druid Street or Verney Road. It’s just one long line (ish), so you can start at either end. The nearest station to the Druid Street end is London Bridge. Just keep heading east until you get to Tower Bridge Road, and it’s just across from there. The nearest station to Verney Road end is South Bermondsey (which is just a short train ride from London Bridge).
You can access my Bermondsey Beer Mile Map to see where the breweries are and the nearest transport links.
Bermondsey Beer Mile Guide – My Advice and Recommendations
Firstly, there are nineteen breweries in total. There are also a few wine bars and other pubs along the way. That is a lot. No way would I be able to drink 16 beers. Most breweries not only sell their beer in pints, but also in 1/3 pint, 1/2 pint and 2/3 pint measures. Having a 1/3 or 1/2 pint in each brewery is a wise decision if you want to visit them all. Alternatively you could visit the Beer Mile in sections. For example you could do the section along Druid Street one week, then the section along Enid Street another, and then the section along Almond Road and Verney another day. If you break it up into sections you could enjoy your favourite breweries without having to keep an eye on the time.
All the breweries are open on a Saturday but not as many are open any other day. So if you want to visit them all, go on a Saturday either late morning or early afternoon. Usually this is the busiest time. Many are open on a Thursday and Friday afternoon and evening if you’re looking to enjoy a pint in peace.
Don’t go on an empty stomach. I’ll list the breweries that serve food, and also where you can get food nearby. But have a hearty breakfast and lunch before you go, too.
I recommend starting at the South Bermondsey side and working your way back west. There are fewer breweries on the South Bermondsey side and it’s less central and more residential. So I think it’s much better to navigate that part when you are not tipsy!
If you’re looking for a simpler Beer Mile tour, I recommend doing the ones on Druid Street and Enid Street only. They’re much closer together and London Bridge station is more convenient.
Bermondsey Beer Mile – Where to Start
I’ve made a map of all the breweries along the Beer Mile. Click to access my Bermondsey Beer Mile Map! Maybe you’d want to save it on your phone for later.
Bermondsey Beer Mile Breweries Near South Bermondsey
1. Small Beer Brew Company
Verney Road, SE16 3DH
2. Battersea Brewery
8 Almond Road SE16 3LR
3. The Outpost – Three Hills Brewing
7 Almond Road SE16 3LR
Bermondsey Beer Mile Breweries Near / On Enid Street
4. Kernel Brewery
132 Spa Road SE16 3AE
5. Mash Paddle Brewery
92 Enid Street SE16 3RD
6. Enid Street Tavern
87 Enid Street SE16 3RA
7. Craft Beer Junction
86 Enid Street SE16 3RD
8. Bianca Road Brew Co
83 Enid Street SE16 3RA. Good for west coast American beers. Try the Tropicali if you like fresh, citrus flavour beers.
9. Cloudwater
73 Enid Street SE16 3RD. Taps, bottles and cans.
10. Gosnells
72 Enid Street SE16 3RD.
11. Moor Beer
71 Enid Street, SE16 3RA. Huge range and also has live music often on a Friday evening.
12. Dutch Taproom – it ain’t much if it ain’t Dutch
67-68 Enid Street SE16 3RD
Bermondsey Beer Mile Breweries Near / On Druid Street
13. Anspach & Hobday
118 Druid Street SE1 2HH. Open 5-10pm (Fri), 10:30am-10pm (Sat), and 1-6pm (Sun).
14. Hiver Beers
56 Stanworth Street, SE1 3NY. Open 11-6pm on Saturdays and 11-4pm on Sundays. All their beers are fermented with raw honey.
15. Billy Franks Jerky and Craft Beer
104 Druid Street SE1 2HQ.
16. Fabal Beerhall
88 Druid Street SE16 2HQ.
17. The Barrel Project
80 Druid Street, SE1 2HQ. Open 4-11pm (WedFri), 11am-11pm (Sat), and 12-7pm (Sun). 24 beers on tap and over 200 barrels. I’ve had one-of-a-kind orange IPAs here.
18. Kanpai
48 Druid Street SE1 2EZ
19. Southwark Brewing Co.
46 Druid Street, SE1 2EZ. Open 7-10pm (Tue), 5-10pm (Thu and Fri), 11am-6pm (Sat), and 12-5pm (Sun). Small batch craft beers. Hoppy beers with low carbonation.
With regards to places to eat, these breweries and nearby pubs serve food. London Calling Sweden, Hawkes Cidery & Tap Room, Maltby Street Market, The Marquis of Wellington and Fourpure Brewing Co.
I’d also suggest Maltby Street Market, which you can go to for food between Hiver Beers, Hawkes Cidery & Taproom and The Barrel Project.
Bermondsey Beer Mile Guide – Free Download
If you want to save this information for later, download my Bermondsey Beer Mile Guide. I have some more in-depth maps and recommendations. Click the text link or picture to download.
Do you have anything like the Bermondsey Beer Mile in your area? Do you like craft beer?
