The vanguard of the micro-brewery revolution was founded in 1978. It outgrew its original site, and in 1986 moved to its present location, that of the long-deceased Tunks Brewery. In 2007 Ringwood was sold to Marston's, in whose hands production continues to increase. The shop sells Ringwood beers in casks, from casks and in bottles, a selection of bottled beers from other Marston's breweries, merchandise, and beery comestibles. Brewery tours (booking essential, no children under eight) take place on Saturday afternoons and on summer Sunday afternoons. Groups may book evening tours.