About Us

Small batches from Unit 48

Tidal Range (formerly Core of the Poodle) started at the back of a record shop in Haverfordwest. Today we brew from Unit 48 on the Honeyborough Industrial Estate in Neyland, focused on craft, small-batch beer for Pembrokeshire and beyond.

Tidal Range brewery, Unit 48, with brewing kit and casks outside
Inside the Tidal Range brewhouse at night

Award winning

Our Belgian tripel, Crypt, won National UK Gold for Cask Speciality Light Beer at the 2026 SIBA Independent Beer Awards — and our beers have been mentioned and listed by CAMRA, the Campaign for Real Ale.

Supporting independent brewing

Owner Malcolm Herbert is currently a Director of SIBA Cymru, helping represent independent brewers across Wales.