The Captain

David Welsh

The Man, the myth, the owner of the Jolly Sailor Brewery. David came from an electrical background and had no  knowledge of operating and running a brewery. But through sheer determination and the ability to learn on the job, David has carved out a nice selection of beers to offer to the public.

Favourite Beer: Selby Bitter 

Favourite Pump clip: Jolly Indian Summer

Favourite Hobby: Rock Climbing

Catchphrases: Bloody Hell, It'll Cost £1000

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Gemma

The First Mate

Gemma Bishop

As the Step-Daughter of the Captain, it was only natural that Gemma would find herself aboard this beer making vessel. Bringing an organised mind and the determination to see the Brewery flourish, Gemma ensured that all cogs and gears were well lubricated and the engines kept on chugging. Not only skilled in the Admin of the Brewery, Gemma would occasionally man the beer making itself, creating excellent beer and help upkeep its high quality.

Favourite Beer: Winter Saison

Favourite Pump Clip: Sea Shanty

Favourite Hobby: Playing with Cats

Catchphrases: I'll do it later, Why won't you leave me alone

Sea Shanty

Brewing Officer

Kris Hibbert

The Master of the Brew, Kris was brought on to take charge and maintain the high quality of beer the Jolly Sailor produces, while constantly looking to improve processes and create the best beer around. A self proclaimed "brewing genius", Kris constantly strives to produce top quality beer that everyone will love and push the brewery in many flavourful directions as he can before we all crash and sink to the beery depths.

Favourite Beer: Sailors Gold

Favourite Pump Clip: Captain Toffee Stout

Favourite Hobby: Lego

Catchphrases: Damn it, Looks beautiful, Want some beer?

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The Helmsmen

Grant & John

The driving force behind our delivery team, with Grant ferrying our beer Tuesday-Thursday, and John bringing up the Friday run. Without this duo, we wouldn't be able to run at the capacity we do today, as they ensure all the beer we sell is shipped to our customers promptly and as hassle free as possible.

 

Awards

  York Beer Festival | September 2016
Pale and Amber under 4.0%

Bullseye Bitter: Gold Award

  York Beer Festival | September 2018
Pale and Amber 4.5% - 5%

Circle of Loaf: Bronze Award

  Rotherham CAMRA Beer Festival 2022

Dark Ruby Mild - Silver in 'Mild' Category

  York CAMRA Beer and Cider Festival 2022

Dark Ruby Mild - Gold in 'Mild' Category

  Rotherham CAMRA Beer Festival 2023
Dark Ruby Mild - Gold in 'Mild' Category

  York CAMRA Beer and Cider Festival 2023
Selby in Autumn - "Gold" in Bitter Category

  SIBA Bottle & Can Awards 2023
Selby Kolsch - Silver - Session Lager -

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