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Welcome to North East

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Regional Director
Hubert Gieschen
http://www.northeast.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.

North East

North East England's rugged beauty is matched by its robust CAMRA community, dedicated to preserving traditional pubs and supporting the region's brewing renaissance. With a calendar filled with beer festivals and social events, CAMRA's influence is pivotal in promoting local ale and cider.

Branches in North East

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Darlington
Tyneside & Northumberland
Sunderland & South Tyneside
Durham

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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Closed • Opens at 5:00pm
Stanwick Arms
Pub, in Aldbrough St John
2 Regular, 2 Changing Beers
(Pub, External, Key). Published on 01-01-1970
Closed • Opens at 6:00pm
Lord Nelson
Pub, in Appleton Wiske
1 Regular, 1 Changing Beers
(Key). Published on 01-01-1970
Closed • Opens at 11:00am
Royal Telegraph
Pub, in Aycliffe Village
1 Regular Beer
(Pub, External, Key). Published on 01-01-1970
Closed • Opens at 12:00pm
County
Pub, in Aycliffe Village
3 Changing Beers
(Key). Published on 01-01-1970
Closed • Opens at 12:00pm
Commercial
Pub, in Barnard Castle
1 Regular, 1 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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43rd CAMRA Durham Beer Festival
CAMRA Presents - Beer Festival
Public
43rd CAMRA Durham Beer Festival
Wednesday 27 - Saturday 30 August
Durham

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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Dark Sky
Barclays Bank House, Market Place, Middleton-in-Teesdale, DL12 0QG
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Hill Island
Unit 7, Fowlers Yard, Back Silver Street, Durham, DH1 3RA
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Maxim Brewery
Maxim
1 Gadwall Road, Rainton Bridge South, Houghton le Spring, DH4 5NL
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Castle Eden
8 East Cliff Road, Spectrum Business Park, Seaham, SR7 7PS
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Thirsty Moose
Unit 5c, Galaxy Business Park, Newburn Bridge Road, Ryton, NE21 4SQ
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CAMRA unveils UK’s top 16 pubs
Latest News from North East

CAMRA unveils UK’s top 16 pubs

CAMRA has revealed the 16 regional and national winners in its Pub of the Year 2025 competition.  The shortlisted pubs have beaten thousands of entries to be crowned the best in their region or country and will now battle it out for the chance to be named CAMRA’s overall Pub of the Year. The final four pubs in the running for the overall title will be announced in October with the winner revealed in January 2026. 

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