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Welcome to Solway

Roger Cope contact@solway.camra.org.uk http://www.solway.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.

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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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(External, Key). Published on 06-07-2025
Closed • Opens at Noon
Shepherds Inn
Independent Pub, in Melmerby
3 Changing Beers
(External, Key). Published on 03-09-2021
Closed • Opens at Noon
Mill Inn
Pub, in Mungrisdale
3 Regular, 1 Changing Beers
(Pub, External, Key). Published on 15-06-2025
Closed • Opens Thu at 5:30pm
Blue Bell Inn
Pub, in Newbiggin
1 Changing Beer
Joiners Newton Arlosh (Mike Tuer Jan 2024). (Pub, External, Key). Published on 09-07-2024
Closed • Opens Thu at Noon
Joiners Arms
Pub, in Newton Arlosh
1 Regular, 1 Changing Beers
Sun Inn (Alan Welsh July 2024). (Pub, External, Key). Published on 09-07-2024
Closed • Opens at Noon
Sun Inn
Independent Pub, in Newton Reigny
1 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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Carlisle Beer and Cider Festival
Beer Festival
Carlisle Beer and Cider Festival
Thursday 29 - Saturday 31 October
Carlisle
Free member entry: Show valid membership card on arrival

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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Hesket Newmarket
Old Crown Barn, Back Green, Hesket Newmarket, CA7 8JG
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Great Corby
The Green, Great Corby, CA4 8LR
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Old Vicarage
Old Vicarage, Walton, CA8 2DH
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Carlisle
Unit 2, 12a Kingstown Broadway, Kingstown Industrial Estate, Carlisle, CA3 0HA
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Lakes and Dales
Unit 1, Tebay Business Park, Old Tebay, CA10 3SS
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Cumbrian homecoming
Latest News from North West

Cumbrian homecoming

Jennings brewery is back yam – that’s Cumbrian dialect for back home. The last weekend in June saw Jenningsfest, a celebration that marked the rescue of the brewery in Cockermouth and proof that it’s been saved for the local community. If you think it was a small event of no particular importance, think again, for it marked the start of a fight back against the overweening power of global lager brewers and their disdain for our cask beer heritage. Jennings was closed in 2022 when the short-lived Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company went on the rampage. The Danish brewer was the majority shareholder in CMBC and it chaired the company.

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