Woodforde's on the up
Turnover up 33%
We're leading the way, says Norfolk brewer
Norfolk brewer Woodforde's has unveiled a 34% increase in sales volumes and a 33% rise in turnover to £3.6m.
Commercial director Mike Betts said: "We are one of the new generation of breweries that are leading real ale into the 21st century, and we are producing cask beers with flavours that appeal to modern drinkers."
Director Dennis Nudd added: "It's been a great year for us as more and more people in East Anglia and in the UK have been finding out how much they enjoy our beers. We're totally committed to quality and flavour.
"We care about what goes into our beers and we don't skimp on any part of the process — barley grown and malted in Norfolk, our own clear, clean spring water for the mash, whole hops full of flavour and aroma — it all goes to make for the distinctive, character-filled brews we're so proud of."
Woodforde's has invested around £1.5m in a new brewery plant over the past four years to increase capacity to meet sales growth.
Betts added: "Much of the secret of our success is down to our fantastic team of 30 staff, who are enthusiastic and totally committed to Woodforde's quality.
"We're also in touch with our customers. There are more than 11,000 members of the Woodforde's Club — drinkers with a serious passion for our ales, who aren't afraid to say what they like."
Woodforde's in numbers
£1.5m
Woodforde's investment in the brewery plant £3.6m
Current turnover 11,000
Members of the Woodforde's Club
