Posts by: Timothy Hampson
Young Members had a (s)mashing day brewing beer
Brewhouse and Kitchen in Bedford recently hosted a special event for CAMRA – aimed at encouraging young members to literally get stuck in to a beer-re...
Pub saved from closure wins CAMRA branch award
The Golden Lion in Camden has won the North London branch pub of the season after being saved from closure five years ago. North London’s branch chair...
Campaign warns against Greene King takeover
CAMRA has sounded a warning for beer drinkers as a Hong Kong investment company takes over one of the UK’s biggest brewers of cask ale producers and p...
Dave Linley branch stalwart remembered
It is with great sadness that Central Lancashire branch announce the passing of long-time local member Dave Linley, who has died at the age of 64, wri...
Heritage pub guide to South West launched
Stunningly preserved local pubs steeped in history are showcased in CAMRA’s latest title, Real Heritage Pubs of the South West, by Paul Ainsworth, Rus...
Campaigning film highlights problems facing pubs
Britain’s Beer Alliance is celebrating the power of the great British pub with a 30-minute documentary detailing the tax threats many are facing. The...
London Borough acts to protect pubs
More than 30 pubs in London’s Tower Hamlets, including a number listed in the Good Beer Guide are to be granted protection from developers. The London...
A Cheltenham pub that was once named the best in Britain in 2015 has been sold
A Cheltenham town centre local which was once named as the best real ale bar in the country has been sold. The Sandford Park Alehouse has been a huge...
Beer business in a challenging market
John Hattersley (pictured above), chairman of the CAMRA Members Investment Club, takes a look at the current business uncertainty in the pub sector. R...
It is time to celebrate the land of hops and glory
Jane Peyton gets ready for British Food Fortnight For a small island Britain has earned a number of superlatives when it comes to beer and cider. Brit...
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