In 2003 The Barley Mow Inn was bought by local farmer Derek Jones to diversify his farming interests. Derek had always had an interest in the brewing of real ales. A small dilapidated out building adjoining the Barley Mow was renovated aided by the help from the Redundant Building Grant Scheme.

In late 2006 we took over the Thomas McGuinness Brewing Company of Rochdale and in early 2007 the bespoke S.P.R 5 barrel plant was fitted in the Offa's Dyke Brewery.

Local engineer, plumber, amateur brewer and game keeper John Edwards oversaw the installation which can only be described as perfection. This earned John free beer for life from the Offa's Dyke Brewery as a token of our appreciation.

John is seen in this image above emerging from the brewery.

Owner Derek Jones with Alan "the god father" McKenzie at work