CAMRA - Campaign for Real Ale logo
Pubs & Clubs
Beers & Breweries
Pubs & Clubs
Beers & Breweries
CAMRA - Campaign for Real Ale logo
Join Us

Welcome to West Central

Brett Laniosh portrait photo
Regional Director
Brett Laniosh

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.

West Central

Discover an exciting CAMRA community in West Central England, where the stunning landscapes of the Cotswolds and the historic charm of towns like Oxford and Gloucester create the perfect setting for real ale and cider enthusiasts. This region is home to a rich tapestry of beer festivals and pub traditions, with dedicated members who work tirelessly to preserve historic inns and support local breweries. From the rolling hills of Herefordshire to the picturesque streets of Cirencester and Stroud, West Central England is a welcoming hub for those who appreciate quality brews and the warm camaraderie of the pub culture.

Branches in West Central

View All Branches
North Cotswold
Stroud Sub Branch (LSE)
Forest of Dean Sub Branch
Tewkesbury

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.

View All
Published on 25-05-2018
Open
Crown of Crucis
Pub, in Ampney Crucis
2 Changing Beers
Heritage Pub
(Pub, External, Key). Published on 10-02-2020
Closed • Opens Thu at 5:30pm
Red Lion
Pub, in Ampney St. Peter
1 Regular Beer
Community Pub
Red Lion - Arlingham. (Pub, External). Published on 21-04-2014
Open
Red Lion
Pub, in Arlingham
1 Regular, 2 Changing Beers
  • Community Owned
Published on 09-02-2020
Open
Cross Inn
Pub, in Aylburton
3 Regular, 2 Changing Beers
Published on 09-02-2020
Open
George Inn
Pub, in Aylburton
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.

View All
Worcester Beer, Cider and Perry Festival 2025
CAMRA Presents - Beer Festival
Public
Worcester Beer, Cider and Perry Festival 2025
Thursday 14 - Saturday 16 August
Worcester

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.

View All
Hartlebury
Station Park, Station Road, Hartlebury, DY11 7YJ
More info
Woofy's
Strangford, Ross on Wye, HR9 6QT
More info
Hook Norton
The Brewery, Brewery Lane, Scotland End, Hook Norton, OX15 5NY
More info
Donnington Brewery
Donnington
Upper Swell, Stow-on-the-Wold, GL54 1EP
More info
Craftsman
21 Isis Close, Abingdon, OX14 3TA
More info
Pubs honoured at Plunkett Awards
Latest News from West Central

Pubs honoured at Plunkett Awards

Three community pubs were among nine winners at Plunkett’s 2025 Rural Community Business Awards (pictured) at the Royal Society of Chemistry in London. A community which raised more than £350,000 to buy and reopen a derelict village pub won Plunkett’s Connecting the Community Award. The Rising Sun, in Woodcroft in the Forest of Dean, was sold to a developer in 2011 with a view to turn it into housing, but planning permission was denied.

Read more
Pub Walk Shoes Icon

Love Cask Beer?

Join CAMRA to support the campaign to access more features plus access to a range of different benefits.

Become a member
© Campaign for Real Ale 2023 - 2025 (ce-11)
Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube
Home

Privacy Overview

We use cookies, which are small text files, to improve your experience on our website and to show you personalised content. You can allow all or manage them individually.

Necessary

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.

Non-Necessary

These cookies help us to improve your web experience. They allow us to gather feedback on your behaviour and to show adverts relevant to you. You can turn this off here.

Cookies

We use cookies, which are small text files, to improve your experience on our website and to show you personalised content. You can allow all or manage them individually.