St Helens Mild Meander

The St Helens and Districts CAMRA branch is raising a pint to one of Britain’s most historic — and underrated — beer styles with a special ‘Mild Meander’ on Saturday, 10th May, part of the Campaign for Real Ale’s nationwide ‘Mild May’ campaign celebrating mild ale.

Kicking off at 2pm at the award-winning Cricketers Arms — crowned St Helens and Districts CAMRA Pub of the Year 2025 — the event invites ale enthusiasts on a relaxed pub wander around the town centre, highlighting pubs that are proudly pouring milds throughout the month of May.

The Cricketers Arms, home to St Helens’ last remaining brewery, Howzat Brewery, have brewed a brand-new beer to mark ‘Mild May’, and it will be launched at the start of the Mild Meander. Gully Mild (3.5%) is a traditional dark mild brewed with pale malt, roasted chocolate, oats, crystal, wheat, and East Kent Goldings hops. This rich, sweet, full-bodied ale promises the signature smoothness that has made the style beloved by generations.

Joining The Cricketers Arms in this celebration of cask culture and beer heritage are several cherished local venues, including: The Turks Head, Cowley Vaults, Tipsy Tap, The Lamb, and The Sefton — each serving a selection of the best milds available. Keep an eye out for other venues in our branch who are not on the mild trail but are superbly showcasing mild throughout May.