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Welcome to East Dorset

Neal Hook chairman@eastdorset.camra.org.uk https://eastdorset.camra.org.uk/

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 Dorset

East Dorset

Popular Towns

Bournemouth

Poole

Christchurch

Wimborne

Lower Parkstone

Blandford Forum

Swanage

Wareham

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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(External). Published on 10-04-2013
Open
Angel
Hall & Woodhouse Pub, in Longham
3 Regular, 1 Changing Beers
External 2025. (Key). Published on 25-06-2025
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Porterhouse
Pub, in Westbourne
2 Regular Beers
EP LANTERN. Published on 20-05-2013
Open
Bear Hotel
Pub, in Wareham
2 Changing Beers
Angel, Poole (Photo: Nick Yarwood - 11/01/2025). (Pub, External, Key). Published on 19-02-2025
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Angel
Pub, in Poole
3 Regular Beers
(External). Published on 27-07-2017
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Victoria
Pub, in Upper Parkstone
2 Regular, 1 Changing Beers

Events

Delve into the vibrant world of CAMRA events across our branch. 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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East Dorset Branch - Poole Beer Festival
Beer Festival
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East Dorset Branch - Poole Beer Festival
Friday 31 October - Saturday 1 November
Poole

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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Eight Arch
Unit 1, Stone Lane Industrial Estate, Wimborne, BH21 1HB
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B&K Bournemouth
Brewhouse & Kitchen (Bournemouth)
154 Commercial Road , Bournemouth, BH2 5LU
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Way Outback Brewing Company
146 Seabourne Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH5 2HZ
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Hattie Brown's
Whitecliff Farm, Whitecliff Road, Swanage, BH19 1RJ
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Sixpenny
The Old Dairy, Holwell Farm, Cranborne, BH21 5QP
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Small is beautiful

The sale in mid-October of the former Ringwood site in Hampshire to a property developer marks the sad end of a brewery that played a pivotal role in the campaign to promote good beer and counter the power of giant keg and lager producers. Ringwood was founded in 1978 by Peter Austin, who became known as “the father of micro-brewing”. At that time brewing was dominated by six giant national brewers who were converting their pubs to keg beers and taking over and closing many...

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