SALOPIAN - Drinks brand brews up further growth with increased investment

SALOPIAN

Drinks brand brews up further
growth with increased investment

Alinea has advised on the buyout of multi award winning Shropshire brewery Salopian

Right from the start Alinea have successfully led us through the process of securing the next phase of growth for Salopian, developing the ideal solution for all involved and partnering us with the right funder for the future. Their high attention to detail, ability to think laterally and personable approach are key reasons why they remain advisors to the business going forward. Mark Hill, Investor Shareholder.

Salopian Brewery first brewed in Shrewsbury in 1995, like many breweries the kit first brewed on was small and rudimentary giving scope to innovate and brew different and eclectic styles of beers. Over the last 27 years, brewing styles, techniques and raw materials have evolved substantially and have helped to develop three distinctive ranges of beer; the unique and longstanding Core range, a range of Seasonal beers and the Black Range craft beers.

Having developed a multi award winning brand, the deal will see investor Mark Hill increase his commitment to the future of the brewery alongside Managing Director Trevor Hourican, with continued support and ownership from Wilf Nelson.

Trevor Hourican said of the deal, “this is a really significant deal for Salopian as it not only recognises the team who have developed Salopian into the success it is today, but ensures the next phase of growth is secured, allowing the business to continue developing well in the future”.

Oliver Wadlow of Alinea said “having worked so closely with the shareholders to achieve this deal, I couldn’t be happier with the outcome for all involved. Salopian Brewery is a key part of the Shropshire food & beverage landscape, so I’m immensely proud to be a part of securing the next stage of its growth through this deal”.

Alongside Alinea, Richard Griffiths, Richard Ferguson, George Hinchmore and Damien Beard from Higgs & Sons advised Mark Hill and Clare Lang from mfg solicitors advised the exiting shareholders. Keith Rose from Arbuthnot Commercial provided debt facilities.