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Welcome to North West

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Regional Director
Ralph Warrington
https://greatermanchester.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 West

The North West's CAMRA community is at the forefront of the real ale revival, with its vibrant urban scene offering a mix of traditional pubs, modern microbreweries, and lively beer festivals. CAMRA's local branches are dedicated to promoting quality ale and cider, advocating for pub preservation, and fostering a sense of camaraderie among members.

Branches in North West

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Central Lancashire
Isle of Man
Stockport & South Manchester
Rochdale Oldham & Bury

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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Lord Derby, St Annes. (Pub, External, Key). Published on 20-05-2015
Open
Lord Derby
Flaming Grill (Greene King) Pub, in St Annes
1 Regular, 2 Changing Beers
  • CAMRA discount scheme
Lane Ends, Wesham. (Pub, External, Key). Published on 12-01-2016
Open
Lane Ends Hotel
Pub, in Wesham
4 Changing Beers
(Pub, Publican). Published on 04-11-2024
Open
Mitre
Independent Pub, in Blackpool
2 Regular Beers
Bay Horse, Thornton. (Pub, External, Key). Published on 26-02-2026
Open
Bay Horse Hotel
Sizzling Pubs (Mitchells & Butlers) Pub, in Thornton
1 Regular, 4 Changing Beers
No 4 & Freemasons, Blackpool. (Pub, External, Key). Published on 03-11-2015
Open
Number 4
Pub, in Blackpool
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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Mild Magic 2026
Mild Month
Mild Magic 2026
Friday 10 April - Sunday 17 May
Solway April branch meeting
Branch Meeting
Solway April branch meeting
Monday 27 April
Carlisle
Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre Branch AGM
AGM
Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre Branch AGM
Thursday 30 April
Blackpool
Trafford and Hulme branch social - Most Improved Pub 2025/26 Presentation
Social
Trafford and Hulme branch social - Most Improved Pub 2025/26 Presentation
Thursday 30 April
Chorlton-cum-Hardy
The Queens Real Ale, Cider & Street Food Festival
Non CAMRA event - Beer Festival
The Queens Real Ale, Cider & Street Food Festival
Friday 1 - Monday 4 May
Warwick-on-Eden, Carlisle
Mild Magic
Mild Month
Mild Magic
Friday 1 - Sunday 17 May
Trafford and Hulme branch social - Pub Of The Year 2026 Presentation
Social
Trafford and Hulme branch social - Pub Of The Year 2026 Presentation
Friday 1 May
Chorlton-cum-Hardy
Rochdale, Oldham and Bury branch meeting - all welcome!
Branch Meeting
Rochdale, Oldham and Bury branch meeting - all welcome!
Tuesday 5 May
Rochdale
Clitheroe Beer Festival
Beer Festival
Clitheroe Beer Festival
Thursday 14 - Saturday 16 May
Clitheroe
Free member entry: Free member entry included in advance festival package
We Are Wolf Brewery tour and tap room
Non CAMRA event - Other
We Are Wolf Brewery tour and tap room
Saturday 23 May
Uppermill
Rochdale, Oldham and Bury AGM
AGM
Rochdale, Oldham and Bury AGM
Tuesday 2 June
Rochdale
Indie-Baum 2
Non CAMRA event - Beer Festival
Indie-Baum 2
Friday 12 - Saturday 13 June
Rochdale
38th Stockport Beer & Cider Festival
Beer Festival
38th Stockport Beer & Cider Festival
Thursday 18 - Saturday 20 June
Stockport
Free member entry: Free member entry included in advance festival package
20th Chorlton Beer & Cider Festival
CAMRA In-Association Beer Festival
20th Chorlton Beer & Cider Festival
Thursday 2 - Saturday 4 July
Manchester, United Kingdom
Rochdale, Oldham, Bury branch meeting - all welcome!
Branch Meeting
Rochdale, Oldham, Bury branch meeting - all welcome!
Tuesday 7 July
Rochdale
The Mighty Magpie Beer Festival
Non CAMRA event - Beer Festival
The Mighty Magpie Beer Festival
Friday 31 July - Sunday 2 August
Chorley
Rochdale, Oldham and Bury branch meeting - all welcome!
Branch Meeting
Rochdale, Oldham and Bury branch meeting - all welcome!
Tuesday 4 August
Rochdale
Rochdale, Oldham and Bury branch meeting - all welcome!
Branch Meeting
Rochdale, Oldham and Bury branch meeting - all welcome!
Tuesday 1 September
Rochdale
Rochdale, Oldham and Bury branch meeting - all welcome!
Branch Meeting
Rochdale, Oldham and Bury branch meeting - all welcome!
Tuesday 6 October
Rochdale
Rochdale, Oldham and Bury branch meeting - all welcome!
Branch Meeting
Rochdale, Oldham and Bury branch meeting - all welcome!
Tuesday 1 December
Rochdale

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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Gasworks
5 Jack Rosenthal Street, Manchester, M3 4LY
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Heineken Royal Trafford
Royal Brewery, 201 Denmark Road, Manchester, M15 6LD
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Rossendale
Griffin Inn, 84 Hud Rake, Haslingden, BB4 5AF
More info
Langdale
Cross Houses Farm, Docker, Kendal, LA8 0DE
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Ben's
Unit 17, Yarrow Business Centre, Yarrow Road, Chorley, PR6 0LP
More info
Chinese beer duck
Latest News from North West

Chinese beer duck

The one thing I want to do when writing this column is show beer’s virtuosity as an ingredient in cooking. When doing this I endeavour to use a beer that is available both in cask and bottle so that as many people as possible can recreate the recipe, but unfortunately that is not always possible. However, sometimes it seems the stars align and something special happens like this month’s recipe for Chinese beer duck is made using a cask beer from the Fuzzy Duck brewery named after an American breed called Golden Cascade (3.8 per cent ABV).

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