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Welcome to North East

Ian Monteith-Preston portrait photo
Regional Director
Ian Monteith-Preston
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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Tyneside & Northumberland
Sunderland & South Tyneside
Durham
Darlington

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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Stanwick Arms
Pub, in Aldbrough St John
3 Regular, 1 Changing Beers
(Pub, External, Key). Published on 01-01-1970
Open
Lord Nelson
Pub, in Appleton Wiske
1 Regular, 1 Changing Beers
(Key). Published on 01-01-1970
Open
Royal Telegraph
Pub, in Aycliffe Village
1 Regular Beer
(Pub, External, Key). Published on 01-01-1970
Open
County
Pub, in Aycliffe Village
3 Changing Beers
(Key). Published on 01-01-1970
Open
Commercial
Admiral Taverns 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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Durham branch meeting
Branch Meeting
Durham branch meeting
Wednesday 10 June
Framwellgate Moor
Durham branch social
Social
Durham branch social
Thursday 9 July
Durham
Durham Branch Social
Social
Durham Branch Social
Thursday 6 August
Chester le Street
Durham Branch Social - Grey Horse Beer Festival
Social
Durham Branch Social - Grey Horse Beer Festival
Saturday 15 August
Consett
Durham Branch Meeting
Branch Meeting
Durham Branch Meeting
Wednesday 16 September
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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Hill Island
Unit 7, Fowlers Yard, Back Silver Street, Durham, DH1 3RA
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Donzoko
Stepney Bank, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2NP
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Vaux
Unit 4 Charles Street, Sunderland, SR6 0AN
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Dionysiac
19 Oaklands Terrace, Darlington, DL3 6AX
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interior
Caps Off
Unit 4, Henson Close, South Church Industrial Estate, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6QA
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Independence day for champ
Latest News from North East

Independence day for champ

Independence (ABV 4.6 per cent), a premium pale ale by Bristol Beer Factory has been crowned CAMRA’s Champion Beer of Britain 2026 at the Cambridge Beer Festival. The competition is fiercely independent with judging taking two years to complete. Each year kicks off with individual nominations from CAMRA members and volunteer tasting panels, then regional competitions. Every round of judging, including the final at the Cambridge Beer Festival, uses a strict blind tasting policy. 

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