A popular Scottish brewery visitor centre has just been named Visitor Attraction of the Year at the World Beer Awards.

Belhaven brewery’s visitor centre beat stiff competition from around the world at the awards which honours people and organisations who have worked to produce and promote beer.

The Dunbar attraction, which opened in November 2021, was assessed by a panel of industry experts, writers and competition judges.

It was a double celebration as the Belhaven’s Scottish Oat Stout was also crowned the World’s Best Oatmeal Stout after winning the UK title in August.

Established in 1719, Belhaven describes itself as the Home of Scottish Brewing and has been producing beers for more than 300 years. The brewery has been owned by Greene King since 2005.

The visitor centre showcases the rich past and brewing processes at this historic brewery, with visitors able to relax in a secret garden and enjoy tutored tastings.

Belhaven brand manager Fiona Matheson said: “We are beyond thrilled to win not one, but two awards at such a key global competition. Creating our visitor centre was a huge team effort and the award really does pay testament to the passion and dedication that went in to creating the attraction.

“Our brewery has such a long, rich history and we hope that winning this award will really put it on the map internationally. There is nothing that we enjoy more than welcoming beer enthusiasts through our doors and letting them discover the people, place and products that make up Belhaven for themselves.”