Welcome to East Anglia

Andrea Briers portrait photo
Regional Director
Andrea Briers
http://www.eastanglia.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 Anglia

East Anglia's rich brewing heritage is celebrated by CAMRA through its advocacy for real ale, cider, and perry. With an array of beer festivals and pub preservation initiatives, the region is a testament to the enduring legacy of craft brewing and the vibrant community that supports it.

Branches in East Anglia

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Huntingdonshire
Cambridge
Ipswich & East Suffolk
Colchester & North East Essex

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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Heritage Pub
(External, Key). Published on 26-10-2016
Champion of the Thames
Pub
Real Ale Available
68 King Street, Cambridge, CB1 1LN
(Key). Published on 11-02-2023
Endeavour
Pub
Real Ale Available | Real Cider Available
351 Springfield Road, Springfield, CM2 6AW
Blackfriars Tavern, Great Yarmouth
(Pub, External, Key). Published on 30-01-2024
Blackfriars Tavern
Pub
Real Ale Available | Real Cider Available
94 Blackfriars Road, Great Yarmouth, NR30 3BZ
Heritage Pub
Buck Rumburgh 200424. (Pub, External, Key). Published on 21-04-2024
Buck
Pub
Real Ale Available | Real Cider Available
Mill Rd, Rumburgh, IP19 0NT

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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Apr
2 - 5
20th Maldon Beer and Cider Festival
Public
20th Maldon Beer and Cider Festival
Starting at 12:00 2 April 2025 - 21:00 5 April 2025
Maldon
Beer Festival
More info
Apr
17 - 20
Rose & Crown Ale Fest
This is a non CAMRA event
Public
Rose & Crown Ale Fest
Starting at 12:00 17 April 2025 - 23:00 20 April 2025
Stevenage
Beer Festival
Apr
17 - 21
Easter Beer Festival
This is a non CAMRA event
Public
Easter Beer Festival
Starting at 14:00 17 April 2025 - 21:00 21 April 2025
Hertford
Beer Festival
More info
Apr
18 - 21
Tombstone Brewery and Saloon Bar Beer Festival
This is a non CAMRA event
Public
Tombstone Brewery and Saloon Bar Beer Festival
Starting at 12:00 18 April 2025 - 23:00 21 April 2025
Great Yarmouth
Beer Festival
More info
Apr
19
South Bedfordshire Branch Social - Harlington
Public
South Bedfordshire Branch Social - Harlington
Starting at 13:00 19 April 2025 - 16:00 19 April 2025
Harlington
Social
More info
Apr
26
Herts/Essex Borders - Ale Train
This is a non CAMRA event
Public
Herts/Essex Borders - Ale Train
Starting at 17:00 26 April 2025 - 21:30 26 April 2025
North Weald Bassett
Other
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May
8 - 10
Biggleswade Beer and Cider Festival
Public
Biggleswade Beer and Cider Festival
Starting at 15:00 8 May 2025 - 11:00 10 May 2025
Biggleswade
Beer Festival
More info
May
9 - 11
Sproughton Beer Festival
This is a non CAMRA event
Public
Sproughton Beer Festival
Starting at 16:00 9 May 2025 - 22:00 11 May 2025
Ipswich
Beer Festival
More info
May
17
East Bedfordshire Annual General Meeting
Member Only
East Bedfordshire Annual General Meeting
Starting at 13:00 17 May 2025 - 14:00 17 May 2025
Henlow
AGM
More info
May
23 - 26
King of the Beer Fests - King of the Belgians Pub
This is a non CAMRA event
Public
King of the Beer Fests - King of the Belgians Pub
Starting at 11:00 23 May 2025 - 22:30 26 May 2025
Huntingdon
Beer Festival
More info
May
28 - 31
38th Colchester Real Ale and Cider Festival
Public
38th Colchester Real Ale and Cider Festival
Starting at 12:00 28 May 2025 - 22:30 31 May 2025
Colchester
Beer Festival
More info
Jun
5 - 7
Braintree Real Ale Festival
Public
Braintree Real Ale Festival
Starting at 11:00 5 June 2025 - 21:00 7 June 2025
Braintree
Beer Festival
More info
Jun
5 - 7
HITCHIN BEER & CIDER FESTIVAL
Public
HITCHIN BEER & CIDER FESTIVAL
Starting at 17:00 5 June 2025 - 22:00 7 June 2025
Hitchin
Beer Festival
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Jul
15 - 19
Chelmsford & Mid-Essex Summer Beer & Cider Festival
Public
Chelmsford & Mid-Essex Summer Beer & Cider Festival
Starting at 12:00 15 July 2025 - 23:00 19 July 2025
Chelmsford
Beer Festival
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Jul
24 - 27
Redoubt Beer Festival
This is a non CAMRA event
Public
Redoubt Beer Festival
Starting at 11:00 24 July 2025 - 19:00 27 July 2025
Harwich
Beer Festival
Aug
19 - 23
Peterborough CAMRA Beer Festival
Public
Peterborough CAMRA Beer Festival
Starting at 17:30 19 August 2025 - 23:00 23 August 2025
Peterborough
Beer Festival
More info
Aug
20 - 25
33rd East Anglian Beer and Cider Festival
Public
33rd East Anglian Beer and Cider Festival
Starting at 16:00 20 August 2025 - 18:00 25 August 2025
Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds
Beer Festival
More info
Aug
22 - 25
Mid-Norfolk Railway Beer & Music Festival
This is a non CAMRA event
Public
Mid-Norfolk Railway Beer & Music Festival
Starting at 11:00 22 August 2025 - 20:00 25 August 2025
Dereham
Beer Festival
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Sep
24 - 27
St Albans Beer & Cider Festival
Public
St Albans Beer & Cider Festival
Starting at 12:00 24 September 2025 - 23:00 27 September 2025
St Albans
Beer Festival
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Nov
3
East Norfolk Branch AGM
Member Only
East Norfolk Branch AGM
Starting at 20:30 3 November 2025 - 22:30 3 November 2025
Gorleston
AGM
More info

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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Wibblers
Goldsands Road, Southminster, CM0 7JW
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Humber Doucy
St Edmunds Garage, Broad Road, Bacton, Stowmarket, IP14 4HP
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Earl Soham
Unit 1a, Meadow Works, Cross Green, Debenham, IP14 6RP
More info
Old Felixstowe
30 Falkenham Road, Kirton, Ipswich, IP10 0NW
More info
Bowler's
84 Lincoln Road, Deeping Gate, Peterborough, PE6 9BB
More info
Lion roars back to life
Latest News from East Anglia

Lion roars back to life

Lionhearted campaigners who fought to save their beloved pub in Ickleton, Essex are celebrating after being handed the keys. A community benefit society, known as Ickleton Lionhearted, was set up to purchase the Ickleton Lion – the only remaining pub in the village. The group, made of 415 shareholders, managed to raise more than £440,000 to buy the pub, and was handed the keys from former owner Greene King before Christmas.

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