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

Welcome to East Midlands

Robert Hamnett-Day portrait photo
Regional Director
Robert Hamnett-Day
https://eastmidlands.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 Midlands

The East Midlands boasts a dynamic CAMRA presence, with its rolling countryside dotted with traditional breweries and community pubs. CAMRA's efforts here focus on promoting local ale and cider, safeguarding pubs as vital community assets, and organizing events that bring together beer lovers from all walks of life.

Branches in East Midlands

View All Branches
Newark
Derby
Grimsby & North East Lincs
Dronfield and District

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 04-06-2021
Closed • Opens at 12:00pm
Stepping Stones
Rotisserie Pub Restaurants (Marston's) Pub, in Ashbourne
2 Regular Beers
(Key). Published on 23-03-2014
Closed • Opens at 12:00pm
Royal Oak
Pub, in Wetton
3 Changing Beers
(Key). Published on 23-03-2014
Closed • Opens at 12:00pm
George
Pub, in Alstonefield
1 Regular, 1 Changing Beers
  • Active Campaign
(Key). Published on 23-03-2014
Closed • Opens at 12:00pm
Watts Russell Arms
Pub, in Alstonefield
1 Regular, 2 Changing Beers
(Key). Published on 23-03-2014
Closed • Opens at 11:00am
Dog & Partridge Country Inn
Pub, in Ashbourne
1 Regular, 2 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
BakersFest 2025
Non CAMRA event - Beer Festival
Public
BakersFest 2025
Friday 22 - Monday 25 August
Blaby
Collinghan & District Cricket Club Beer & Cider Festival
Non CAMRA event - Beer Festival
Public
Collinghan & District Cricket Club Beer & Cider Festival
Saturday 23 - Sunday 24 August
Collingham
Loughborough & North Leicesteshire Branch Meeting
CAMRA Presents - Branch Meeting
Member Only
Loughborough & North Leicesteshire Branch Meeting
Tuesday 26 August
Barrow upon Soar
Mansfield & Ashfield Branch Social - "Nines" Route
CAMRA Presents - Social
Public
Mansfield & Ashfield Branch Social - "Nines" Route
Saturday 30 August
Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
Derby Heritage Beer Festival
CAMRA Presents - Beer Festival
Public
Derby Heritage Beer Festival
Wednesday 3 - Saturday 6 September
Derby
Kingston on Soar Village Beer Festival
Non CAMRA event - Beer Festival
Public
Kingston on Soar Village Beer Festival
Friday 5 - Saturday 6 September
Kingston on Soar
Newark CAMRA Branch Meeting
CAMRA Presents - Branch Meeting
Public
Newark CAMRA Branch Meeting
Wednesday 10 September
Fernwood
Nottinghamshire County Meeting
CAMRA Presents - Other
Member Only
Nottinghamshire County Meeting
Saturday 13 September
Nottingham: Central
Melton Mowbray Beer, Cider & Gin Festival
Non CAMRA event - Beer Festival
Public
Melton Mowbray Beer, Cider & Gin Festival
Friday 19 - Saturday 20 September
Melton Mowbray
Grantham District Branch Autumn Social - Melton Mowbray Beer and Cider Festival trip
CAMRA Presents - Social
Public
Grantham District Branch Autumn Social - Melton Mowbray Beer and Cider Festival trip
Saturday 20 September
Scalford Road
Loughborough and North Leicestershire Branch Meeting
CAMRA Presents - Branch Meeting
Member Only
Loughborough and North Leicestershire Branch Meeting
Tuesday 30 September
Sileby
Newark Branch Meeting
CAMRA Presents - Branch Meeting
Public
Newark Branch Meeting
Tuesday 7 October
Newark
Nottingham Robin Hood Beer & Cider Festival
CAMRA Presents - Beer Festival
Public
Nottingham Robin Hood Beer & Cider Festival
Wednesday 8 - Saturday 11 October
West Bridgford
15th Gainsborough Beer Festival
CAMRA Presents - Beer Festival
Public
15th Gainsborough Beer Festival
Thursday 23 - Saturday 25 October
Gainsborough
Newark Branch AGM
CAMRA Presents - AGM
Member Only
Newark Branch AGM
Wednesday 12 November
Newark
Newark Beer & Cider Festival (Winter Edition)
CAMRA Presents - Beer Festival
Public
Newark Beer & Cider Festival (Winter Edition)
Friday 21 - Saturday 22 November
Newark-on-Trent
Newark Branch Christmas Social
CAMRA Presents - Social
Public
Newark Branch Christmas Social
Friday 19 December
Newark

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
Beermats logo
Beermats
New Yard , Winkburn, NG22 8PQ
More info
Soar
Swan Inn, 10 Loughborough Road, Mountsorrel, LE12 7AT
More info
Harrison's
Unit 1, 108 Carolgate, Retford, DN22 6AS
More info
Luda Brewpub
LUDA
29 Upgate, Louth, LN11 9HD
More info
Brampton
Units 4 & 5, Chatsworth Business Park, Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield, S40 2AR
More info
CAMRA unveils UK’s top 16 pubs
Latest News from East Midlands

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. 

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-10)
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 (Analytics)

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.