Suppliers
We proudly support exceptional local businesses, whose experience, skill and passion help shape everything we do at The George & Dragon.
Discover a selection of our trusted independent suppliers below.
Reeve’s Butchers
~4 Miles From The George & Dragon
Established in the early 1960s, Reeves Butchers is a family-run business spanning three generations, with fathers and sons working side by side to uphold a proud tradition of craft and quality.
Alongside everyday essentials, their counters are stocked with seasonal game and exotic meats, all supported by knowledgeable, friendly butchers on hand to help.
We work closely with the team at Reeves to source exceptional local produce, including dry-aged mince for our George & Dragon burgers and 28-day dry-aged rib eye.
Milton Sandford Wine
~14 Miles From The George & Dragon
Great food deserves exceptional wine. Since 1990, Milton Sandford Wines have been filling the cellars of some of the UK’s finest hotels, restaurants and gastropubs.
From their chalk cellars in Berkshire, they travel the world in search of outstanding boutique wines, the kind you won’t find on supermarket shelves, and rarely on any other wine list.
We’ve worked closely with the team at Milton Sandford Wines for many years, and their passion, expertise and enthusiasm continually inspire us to think differently, while helping educate and excite our team.
Village Maid Cheese
~2 Miles From The George & Dragon
Village Maid Cheese have been close friends and partners for many years. This family-owned business sources their milk from Heckfield Park Farm, just two miles from The George & Dragon. A true local cheese hero!
We began working with them in 2017 on the creation of Maida Vale, a semi-soft washed-rind cheese made from unpasteurised Guernsey cow’s milk with vegetarian rennet.
Its rind is washed with Siren Craft Brew’s flagship IPA, Soundwave, giving the cheese tangy, bittersweet, malty notes and a luxuriously buttery, soft texture.
Anonymous Coffee
~2 Miles From The George & Dragon
Anonymous Coffee Co. is a locally owned independent speciality coffee roaster and a long-standing partner in Siren’s Project Barista series. Phil and his team carefully roast and brew responsibly sourced coffee for the good people of Reading and beyond.
Their mission is simple: to make great-tasting, high-quality coffee easy to enjoy, while doing a little good along the way.
Not only do Anonymous supply the coffee here at the pub, but we love them so much they’re also our suppliers for sister sites the Siren Tap Yard, and Siren RG1 in central Reading.
The Henley Distillery
~12 Miles From The George & Dragon
The Henley Distillery is an independent, family‑run craft distillery based just outside Henley‑on‑Thames in Oxfordshire, creating small‑batch, hand‑crafted spirits with real character. We absolutely love them.
Housed in a converted 18th‑century threshing barn, they focus on traditional distilling methods and premium ingredients to produce award‑winning gins, rums and other artisan spirits. Their site is well worth a visit.
We partner with The Henley Distillery to bring their expertly crafted spirits to The George & Dragon bar (as well as the Siren Tap Yard & Siren RG1), celebrating the skill and passion they pour into every bottle and helping elevate our seasonal cocktails and drinks menu.
Kingfisher Fisheries
Caught in the morning - in our fridge by the afternoon!
Photo from kingfisherbrixham.co.uk
Kingfisher Brixham Fisheries supply us with the freshest fish straight from the sea. Their haddock is caught in the early hours of the morning and delivered to The George & Dragon by the afternoon, ensuring it arrives in peak condition.
By working directly with Kingfisher, there’s no middleman. It’s a direct connection from the fishermen to our kitchen. This guarantees exceptional quality, traceability, and freshness in every dish we serve.
Their dedication to sustainable fishing and careful handling means we can offer our guests fish that’s responsibly sourced, locally delivered, and as fresh as it gets, straight from boat to plate.
Hobbs House Bakery
Delivered fresh twice a week
Hobbs House Bakery supply us with delicious, freshly baked burger buns, delivered to The George & Dragon twice a week. Their expertise ensures every loaf and bun is perfectly baked, soft, and full of flavour.
We rely on Hobbs House Bakery for the perfect foundation of our burgers, using their high-quality buns to complement our locally sourced, dry-aged meats. Their consistent quality and attention to detail mean every bite is a treat.
By working directly with Hobbs House Bakery, we get fresh bread without any middleman, helping us maintain the highest standards while supporting an independent producer.
Other Breweries
We always support other local independent breweries!
Being owned by a Top 100 in the World rated Brewery, Siren Craft Brew, you can understand that we take beer seriously here at the George & Dragon.
Not only will you find a great array of Siren Craft Brew beers (and other pub favourites), we’re proud to work alongside some of the other great independent breweries from nearby, including Hogs Back and Windsor & Eton, to bring a variety of exceptional cask beers to The George & Dragon.
Collaborating with these like-minded producers allows us to offer our guests a diverse, ever-changing lineup of hand-crafted beers, showcasing the best of local and independent brewing alongside our own Siren favourites.
Want to know more?
We’re always keen on being as transparent and honest as possible, so if you ever have any questions about the heritage or story of your meal at the George & Dragon, our staff will always be happy to tell you as much about it as possible.