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Shepherd Neame Limited

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Brewery in Faversham, England

Shepherd Neame is an English independent brewery which has been based in the market town of Faversham, Kent, for over 300 years. While 1698 is the brewery's official established date, town records show that commercial brewing has occurred on the site since 1573.2 Its chief executive is Jonathan Neame (since 2003).1 It employed 1,727 people in 2025.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1698Founded1
  • Industrybrewing industry, pub chain1
  • HeadquartersFaversham1
  • Websitewww.shepherdneame.co.uk
  • Legal formlimited company1
  • Listed onAQSE Trading (Equity) (SHEP)1
  • LEI2138005EBUHGVOACDX313
  • StatusActive3
  • LEI statusIssued and current3
  • Registered address17 COURT STREET, ME13 7AX Faversham, United Kingdom3
  • Registered withCompanies House, 001382563

Shepherd Neame is an English independent brewery which has been based in the market town of Faversham, Kent, for over 300 years. While 1698 is the brewery's official established date, town records show that commercial brewing has occurred on the site since 1573.2

Leadership

Who has led Shepherd Neame Limited, and when. Pick a name to see everywhere that person has worked.

197019801990200020102020

Products and brands

  • brandy
  • beer

Listed on Wikidata.1

Employees over time

  • 20251,7271

Timeline

  1. Jan 2003New chief executive Jonathan Neame becomes CEO1
  2. 1698Founded Founded1