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Welcome to East Central

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Regional Director
David Martin

There’s always something to get involved in at CAMRA – locally, regionally or nationally. If you enjoy beer, pubs and meeting new people then get involved, with a local CAMRA branch.

East Central

Discover a thriving CAMRA community in East Central England, where vibrant market towns and picturesque countryside offer the perfect backdrop for enjoying real ale and cider. This region is home to a lively network of beer festivals and pub gatherings, with passionate members dedicated to preserving historic pubs and championing local breweries. From the bustling streets of Milton Keynes to the charming villages of Northamptonshire, the area is a welcoming haven for ale enthusiasts who value tradition and community spirit.

Branches in East Central

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Aylesbury Vale & Wycombe
Northamptonshire
Watford & District
South Bedfordshire

Pubs & Clubs

Explore the best pubs and clubs in our region. Find your next favourite spot for exceptional real ale and unforgettable atmospheres.

From historic pubs to local members’ clubs, discover the heart of the region's community social scene.

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(External). Published on 15-06-2015
Closed • Opens Sat at 12:00pm
Wooburn Club
Wooburn Working Men's Club Club, in Wooburn Green
1 Regular Beer
(External, Key). Published on 10-06-2023
Closed • Opens Sat at 12:00pm
Coach House
Pub, in Wooburn Green
1 Regular Beer
(External, Key). Published on 10-06-2023
Closed • Opens Sat at 12:00pm
Red Lion
Ginger Dog Pubco Pub, in Wooburn Green
3 Changing Beers
(Pub, External, Key). Published on 03-02-2024
Closed • Opens Sat at 11:00am
Chequers Inn
Pub, in Wooburn Common
3 Regular, 1 Changing Beers
(Pub, External, Key). Published on 08-02-2025
Closed • Opens Sat at 12:00pm
Royal Standard
Pub, in Wooburn Common
4 Regular, 4 Changing Beers

Events

Delve into the vibrant world of CAMRA events across our region. Experience unique beer festivals, tastings, and meet-ups that celebrate our passion for real ale, cider, and perry.

From annual gatherings to special monthly events, join the community in exploring the rich culture and tradition of our local brews.

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The Cross Keys Ale, Cider and BBQ Festival
Non CAMRA event - Beer Festival
Public
The Cross Keys Ale, Cider and BBQ Festival
Thursday 30 October - Sunday 2 November
Great Missenden
South Bedfordshire CAMRA - AGM
AGM
Public
South Bedfordshire CAMRA - AGM
Thursday 6 November
Dunstable
South Bedfordshire Branch Social - Ampthill
Social
Public
South Bedfordshire Branch Social - Ampthill
Saturday 8 November
Ampthill
Mad Squirrel Tap Takeover at The Gary Cooper
Non CAMRA event - Beer Festival
Public
Mad Squirrel Tap Takeover at The Gary Cooper
Wednesday 12 - Saturday 15 November
Dunstable
Haddenham Winterfest
Non CAMRA event - Beer Festival
Public
Haddenham Winterfest
Saturday 13 December
Haddenham
Off Flavours in Beer Training at Members' Weekend 2026
Training
Member Only
Off Flavours in Beer Training at Members' Weekend 2026
Friday 17 April 2026
St Albans,

Breweries

Embark on a journey through the local breweries that are the backbone of our region's ale heritage.

Discover small-batch artisans and historic establishments crafting exceptional real ale, cider, and perry.

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Baron Brewing
Baron Brewing, Great Hormead, SG9 0PB
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Benjamin Franklin
The Three Horseshoes, 23 High Street, Ecton, NN6 0QA
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Creative Juices
Woodoaks Farm, Denham Way, Maple Cross, Rickmansworth, WD3 9XQ
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3 Brewers Brewery Production
3 Brewers of St. Albans
The Potato Shed, Symonds Hyde Farm, Symonds Hyde Lane, Hatfield, AL10 9BB
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Church St
Church Street, Little Horwood, Milton Keynes, MK17 0PF
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Travel is good but home can be best
Latest News from East Central

Travel is good but home can be best

I write a lot about the importance of pubs within communities, but the truth is that most of my visits to one are made alone. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy going to the pub with a group. My favourite times are heading out as a family; we’ve had some cracking afternoons down the local with my young daughter recently, watching England’s various women’s sports teams doing what they do best. But with a new book out (available from the CAMRA shop, of course), I have regularly been out and about recently, travelling solo, to promote it.

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