BORN AND BREWED IN ST. AGNES, CORNWALL
Driftwood Spars Brewery was founded in 2000 in the dramatic setting of Trevaunance Cove, St Agnes.
We are inextricably linked to The Driftwood Spars—a historic, characterful pub built in the 1650s using salvaged shipwreck beams (or ‘spars’).
From our five-barrel plant just across the road from the pub, we brew in small batches. This allows us total control over the quality and consistency of our beers, which are all gluten-free and often vegan-friendly. We are proud to use premium British malts and an increasing variety of new-wave English hops to create beers that are truly ‘Crafted in the Cove.’
HOW IT ALL BEGAN...
Our story began with a meeting between Louise Treseder and the legendary Pete Martin.
Pete was a pioneer, winning over 30 major awards—including Supreme Champion Winter Ale of Great Britain for Alfie’s Revenge—and becoming the first in Cornwall to transition to a range consisting entirely of gluten-free beer.
When Pete passed away in 2020, we pledged to protect his recipes. Mike Mason stepped in as Head Brewer, bridging the gap between our traditional roots and the modern craft scene by launching our contemporary Cove range. Today, Mike has moved on to his own venture, but his influence remains a vital part of our brewing DNA.
THE NEW GUARD...
In Spring 2024, Tim Lawrence (left) took the helm as Head Brewer.
Having worked closely with both Pete and Mike, Tim is the 'keeper of the recipes,' blending his deep knowledge of our heritage with a passion for fermentation science—from sourdough to the perfect pint.
Beside him is Rowan Horton (right), our Brewer’s Assistant. A Cornish local who grew up surfing and kayaking the very waters that inspire our beer, Rowan joined us with a background in cellaring and a quirky obsession with home-brewed mead. Together, Tim and Rowan handle every stage of the process—from selecting the finest British hops to the precise hand-bottling of our small batch brews. It’s a small, dedicated team where everyone 'gets stuck in’ to ensure every last drop is enjoyed.
OUR ENTIRE RANGE IS GLUTEN-FREE
We believe nobody should be left out of the Cornish pub experience.
That’s why every beer we brew is certified gluten-free. We use premium British malts and increasingly source ‘new-wave’ English hops to keep our beer miles low and our quality high.
