Durham Distillery: Durham, County Durham
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Durham Distillery is a small batch craft distillery in County Durham, England. It was first opened in 2014 and makes gin and vodka as well as whisky.
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Durham Distillery at a glance
Quick fact | Durham Distillery |
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Distillery / producer | Durham Distillery |
Location | County Durham, England |
Research overview | Durham Distillery is a small batch craft distillery in County Durham, England. |
Whisky Clan guide | History, production, bottles and visitor information |
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History and production
People
Jon Chadwick, a former NHS chief executive, founded the distillery and is its owner. The distillery uses a 400 litre copper pot still. Jessica Tomlinson was named head distiller in 2018, when it was noted that there are very few female distillers producing whisky.
Whisky
In January 2018 The Spirits Business reported that Durham Distillery would start producing whisky that year, thought to be a first for the north east of England. The first whisky was due to be ready for consumption in 2021. The distillery also planned to move from the outskirts of Durham to a larger city centre site with visitor tours.
Durham Distillery whisky bottles and expressions
Durham announced plans to distil English whisky, but its original reporting described a planned release rather than an identified retail bottling. The photograph and history are genuine; a particular matured whisky should only be added when the label and production details can be traced to the producer.
Visiting Durham Distillery
In January 2018 The Spirits Business reported that Durham Distillery would start producing whisky that year, thought to be a first for the north east of England. The first whisky was due to be ready for consumption in 2021. The distillery also planned to move from the outskirts of Durham to a larger city centre site with visitor tours.
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Frequently asked questions about Durham Distillery
Where is Durham Distillery?
The available research places the producer in County Durham, England.
What is known about its background?
Durham Distillery is a small batch craft distillery in County Durham, England.
Which whisky expressions does Durham Distillery produce or bottle?
Durham announced plans to distil English whisky, but its original reporting described a planned release rather than an identified retail bottling. The photograph and history are genuine; a particular matured whisky should only be added when the label and production details can be traced to the producer.
Can I visit Durham Distillery?
Check current visitor access and tour arrangements directly with the producer before travelling.
Sources and further reading
Sources: The Spirits Business, 3 January 2018, and Maven Capital Partners news item, 10 September 2018, read on 20 October 2026.
Cover photograph: Durham Distillery copper stills and equipment inside its production space. Source: Durham Distillery official website. Reuse rights have not been independently confirmed.
Image source: Durham Distillery official website
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