Doom Bar maker Sharp’s Brewery in Cornwall to be closed by US owner

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Alex DanielFebruary 25, 2026 at 07:31 PM

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Molson Coors, the US owner of Sharp's Brewery in Rock, Cornwall, plans to close the site by the end of the year, putting approximately 200 jobs at risk. The closure, along with a call center in Wales, is due to financial unsustainability, despite Molson Coors' commitment to the Sharp's beer brands, including Doom Bar. The company is exploring deals with other producers to continue brewing the beer, potentially outside of Cornwall. Critics, like the Campaign for Real Ale (Camra), express concern over the loss of cask brewing heritage and the potential for beers branded as Cornish to be produced elsewhere. The closure is considered a significant blow to the local economy, especially the hospitality sector.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Campaign for Real Ale 40% Ben Maguire 40% United Kingdom 50% United States ×250% Tom Stainer ×250% Doom Bar ×370% Cornwall ×580% Sharp's Brewery ×690% Molson Coors ×590%

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Very Negative

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90%

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Cornwall

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