The Lakes Distillery

The Lakes Distillery is a distillery based in the Lake District that is owned by Nyetimber and provides a variety of products including whisky, gin and vodka. In December 2014 The Lakes Distillery was established in 2014 by Paul Carrie and provides a variety of products. On 7 January 2022 The Lakes Distillery announced plans to expand its distillery by installing 8 new washbacks. On 12 March 2024 James Pennefather became the new chief executive of The Lakes Distillery. On 3 April 2024 Nyetimber made a bid to acquire The Lakes Distillery for £71m. On 23 June 2024 Nyetimber finalised its acquisition of The Lakes Distillery. On 27 March 2025 the Lakes distillery launched its first permanent single malt whisky Signature.