Family Friendly Breweries in Margaret River and South West WA

Cheers! We’re spoiled for choice with so many breweries in Margaret River and regional Western Australia! Nothing is better than spending a long weekend lapping up the sunshine in a beer garden, tucking into great food and sipping on a craft beer. Most WA breweries include children’s playgrounds, meaning the kids are occupied, making the experience even better! If you love a lager or adore an ale, Western Australia is home to a number of boutique and micro-breweries serving award-winning craft beers. We’ve put together the ultimate list of kid friendly breweries in Margaret River and the rest of south west:

Breweries in Busselton & Dunsborough

Shelter Brewing Co, Busselton

The epic Shelter Brewery, found opposite the famous Busselton Jetty, is HUGE! The beer barn is where it’s at for good brews, good food and good times. Kiddos are well catered for with a cute as a button caravan themed playground found tucked away in a corner. There’s a sandpit, little slide, climbing net and more. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review. 

Eagle Bay Brewing Co, Eagle Bay

At Eagle Bay Brewing Co, relax in the fully fenced outside area, overlooking beautiful farmland, natural bush AND huge ship playground! There are tables, benches and lounges to enjoy good food over a beer or wine. Wander around the gardens with your little ones. Kids will love to play in the large ocean themed, where the OG sand pit, jetty and row boat still remain. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review. 

Bailey Brewing Co, Dunsborough

The newest addition to Dunsborough’s craft beer scene, Bailey Brewing Co brings its Swan Valley charm to the South West. Located on Caves Road, this relaxed brewery offers the perfect blend of casual dining and family-friendly atmosphere. Little ones will love exploring the nature-based Code Playground, complete with stepping logs, balancing ropes, and a wooden cubbyhouse with chalkboard under the veranda. The venue provides picnic blankets for families to spread out on the grass, making it perfect for an afternoon of fun. Bring a ball along for a kick-about on the lawns! The menu keeps things simple with hearty meals that complement their renowned craft beer range. Sports enthusiasts can catch the latest games on screens throughout the venue, while the kids play. Conveniently situated next to Next Level Monkey Business, it’s an ideal spot to combine adventure and relaxation. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review.

Occys, Dunsborough 

Overlooking Dunsborough’s leafy town centre, Occy’s is a delicious spot to relax, fill your tummies with tasty morsels and enjoy friendly down south hospitality. Once found over in Vasse, this Brew-pub has moved right into the heart of Dunsborough. The menus for adults and kids are delicious. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review. 

Wild Hop Brewery, Yallingyup 

Wild Hop Brewing Company is a brilliant family-friendly spot about halfway between Yallingup Maze and Simmos Ice Creamery. The super popular place, offers a combo of brilliant brews, better than your average brewery food, chilled beer garden vibes and a fun kids playground. It’s a good idea to either book a table many weeks in advance or turn up when the doors open to secure a spot. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review. 

8 Waves Brewing Co, Yallingup

Found in the beautiful grounds of Aravina Estate, the addition of 8 Waves Brewing Co, has given beer lovers a casual option at this classy spot. As well as the brewery, there’s the casual Pizza Bar, making it a great spot to sit on the lush lawns overlooking the dam and fully fenced playground. Both big and little rev heads will appreciate Aravina’s car gallery. For lovers of the ocean, a Surf Museum filled with memorabilia, is found here too. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review. 

Breweries in Margaret River

Beerfarm, Metricup

The eclectic Beerfarm has plenty of space for the kiddos to run around. They have a playground and AFL goals, so take a ball along to have a kick about on the huuuuge lawn. Inside there are pinball and arcade games for big and little kids. There’s craft beer, a tasty BBQ-style menu and good times. Booking is advised. Keep your eyes peeled for their famous slip and slide during summer! Find out more in the Buggybuddys review. 

Brewhouse Margaret River

One of the newest breweries in Margaret River, Brewhouse is right on the edge of town. The large lawned garden overlooks a play area, with climbing equipment, a boat and nature play too. A small kids menu will keep little one’s happy with favourites like pizza, fish and chips and a lunchbox of fruit, cheese and crackers too. Adults will love their high end, locally brewed beer. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review. 

Cheeky Monkey Brewery & Cidery, Wilyabrup

Beer, cider and wine (from the adjacent Killerby Wines cellar door)… What’s not to like about this venue! The kid’s playground is gated and covered by shade sails to keep the little ones safe, plus there’s a fun fort nature playground too. Tables and seating can be found right by the playground and there are also activity packs available. There’s a kid’s menu which includes fish & chips, or pasta, or chicken bites & chips served with juicebox. Good to see a healthier option is included too with the kids “picnic basket” consisting of veg sticks, fruit, popcorn, cheese and a juice. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review. 

CBCo Brewing, Osmington 

CBCo Brewing is an all year round family friendly spot with both an indoors kids area and a traditional style outdoor playground. Older kids may like to take a swing on the driving range, while you sit back with an icy beverage and munch on some of the renowned Colonial chicken wings. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review.

Cowaramup Brewing, Cowaramup

This a good spot to stop in-between Margaret River town and Busselton. There is a playground on site and we’ve seen a bouncy castle there too. On rainy winter days activity packs will keep the kids busy. There’s a children’s menu and for the adults, the gourmet pizzas are a must try.

Bootleg Brewery, Wilyabrup

We love the large open spaces at Bootleg, as there’s a ton of room for the kids to run and play. Outdoor tables are situated right beside the shaded playground so you can keep an eye on the little ones easily. There are also table games and giant Jenga. The beer is cold, there’s a kids menu – what more can you ask for! Find out more in the Buggybuddys review. 

Other South West WA Breweries

Boston Brewery, Denmark

We love family friendly venues which are an all-in-one winery/brewery/restaurant – so the whole family is pleased. At Boston Brewery let the kids run amuck at the shady playground, which is surrounded by the vineyard, as you watch from the picnic tables. The food is fab and kids’ meals are all kinds of deliciousness from local Mt Barker chicken wings to roast vegetable burgers. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review. 

Wild Bull Brewery, Ferguson

Located amongst the Ferguson Valley’s rolling hills, near Bunbury, Wild Bull Brewery is a brilliant lunch destination for families. In 2023, a brilliant playground was added, with a pirate ship, cubby house, swing set, even a toddler area in a shipping container! If you’re looking for a memorable family day out, this brewery offers a little something for everyone – even the little ones. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review. 

Thorny Devil Brewery, Lake Clifton

When heading south of Mandurah (that’s the southwest, right?!) don’t miss Thorny Devil Brewery, where the perfect blend of craft brews, mouthwatering barbecue, and family-friendly vibes awaits. Whether you’re exploring the renowned Mandurah thrombolite reef just a short 250m walk away, making a pitstop for lunch on a road trip, or on the lookout for Thomas Dambo’s Giants, this rustic brewery in Lake Clifton offers a delicious lunchtime destination that’s well worth discovering. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review. 

Old Coast Road Brewery, Myalup

Found just north of Bunbury, two minutes off the Forrest Highway, Old Coast Road Brewery is a perfect spot to stop on a family road trip to the south west. Set on 60 acres of green pastures and olive trees, the brewery offers boutique beers for the adults to enjoy. Kids will love the play area and kicking a ball around on the huge lawns – there’s also mini golf too! The “Wonders of WA” themed mini golf course is tee-riffic. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review.

Bush Shack Brewery, Ferguson

The Bush Shack Brewery in the beautiful Ferguson Valley (near Bunbury) is a great spot for families seeking good food, beer, and casual beer garden vibes. With its expansive lawns, playground, kid-friendly features, and round pool table (!), Bush Shack Brewery invites families for a relaxed taste of true Aussie hospitality. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review. 

Next time you’re in the South West of WA, be sure to check out these family friendly breweries in Margaret River and surrounds.

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