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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.

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Pubs & Clubs

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

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

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Published on 21-05-2025
Open
Boathouse
Star (Heineken UK) Pub, in Appley Bridge

Cask Ale not available

Published on 24-07-2017
Open
Wheatsheaf
Pub, in Appley Bridge
3 Changing Beers
(Pub). Published on 15-09-2014
Open
Park Hotel
Pub, in Bryn
1 Changing Beer
Published on 25-04-2026
Open
Bath Springs Hotel
Pub, in Bryn
1 Regular, 2 Changing Beers
(Pub). Published on 15-09-2014
Open
Robin Hood
Greene King Pub, in Ashton-in-Makerfield
2 Regular, 4 Changing Beers

Breweries

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

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

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1 Alder Lane, Parbold, WN8 7NL
256 Carfield, Skelmersdale, WN8 9DW
Unit 4 Hemfield Court, Wigan, WN2 2ER
1 Kellet Close, Wigan, WN5 0LP
Old Brewery, Brewery Yard, Wigan, WN1 1JQ

Latest News from North West

Independence day for champ

Independence (ABV 4.6 per cent), a premium pale ale by Bristol Beer Factory has been crowned CAMRA’s Champion Beer of Britain 2026 at the Cambridge Beer Festival. The competition is fiercely independent with judging taking two years to complete. Each year kicks off with individual nominations from CAMRA members and volunteer tasting panels, then regional competitions. Every round of judging, including the final at the Cambridge Beer Festival, uses a strict blind tasting policy. 

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