The name Brouwershaven (Brewers Haven) is anecdotally thought to have originated from the import of Beer from Delft through the port.

[8] In 1426, the town witnessed the Battle of Brouwershaven in which troops of Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, defeated an English force.

Fish and shellfish were an important source of income, as was trade in wine and beer, wood, stone, wool and flax, turnips and beets.

However, with the development of larger ships came the problem of accessing the narrow port entrance, and its economy began to decline.

In the 19th century Brouwershaven experienced a slight revival when the Brielle Meuse and Goereese Gat silted up.

This diamond-shaped shield has four lions the position which has changed over time, in the current version they are away and turn each other in pairs.

[9] In addition to the eagle stands in gold a lion rampant gules (red), from the shield of Holland.