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Welcome to East Central

David Martin portrait photo
Regional Director
David Martin

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 Central

Discover a thriving CAMRA community in East Central England, where vibrant market towns and picturesque countryside offer the perfect backdrop for enjoying real ale and cider. This region is home to a lively network of beer festivals and pub gatherings, with passionate members dedicated to preserving historic pubs and championing local breweries. From the bustling streets of Milton Keynes to the charming villages of Northamptonshire, the area is a welcoming haven for ale enthusiasts who value tradition and community spirit.

Branches in East Central

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North Hertfordshire
Northamptonshire
Milton Keynes & N Bucks
South Hertfordshire

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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(External). Published on 15-06-2015
Closed • Opens at 12:00pm
Wooburn Club
Wooburn Working Men's Club Club, in Wooburn Green
1 Regular Beer
(External, Key). Published on 10-06-2023
Closed • Opens at 4:00pm
Coach House
Pub, in Wooburn Green
1 Regular Beer
(External, Key). Published on 10-06-2023
Closed • Opens at 12:00pm
Red Lion
Ginger Dog Pubco Pub, in Wooburn Green
3 Changing Beers
(Pub, External, Key). Published on 03-02-2024
Closed • Opens at 11:00am
Chequers Inn
Pub, in Wooburn Common
3 Regular, 1 Changing Beers
(Pub, External, Key). Published on 08-02-2025
Closed • Opens at 12:00pm
Royal Standard
Pub, in Wooburn Common
4 Regular, 4 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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Jul
18 - 20
Hemel Old Town Beer Festival
Public
Hemel Old Town Beer Festival
Starting at 12:00 18 July 2025 - 18:00 20 July 2025
Hemel Hempstead
Beer Festival

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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The Grain Store, Great Revel End Farm, Gaddesden Lane, Redbourn, St Albans, AL3 7AR
19b Station Road, Bow Brickhill, MK17 9JU
Unit 21, Cuckoo Hill Farm, Castlethorpe Road, Hanslope, Milton Keynes, MK19 7HQ
Unit 12, Paramount Industrial Estate, Sandown Road, Watford, WD24 7XA
Woodoaks Farm, Denham Way, Maple Cross, Rickmansworth, WD3 9XQ

Latest News from East Central

Bodgers take centre stage

Chiltern brewery is doing me the great honour of making a special edition of one of its beers to thank me for my support for independent craft brewing over many years. You may consider it something of a backhanded compliment when you learn the beer in question is Bodgers Barley Wine and the version bearing my name will be called Roger’s Bodgers.

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