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Welcome to South Central

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Regional Director
Norman Clinnick

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.

South Central

Discover a vibrant CAMRA community in South Central England, where coastal charm meets rural beauty. This region, stretching from the scenic Isle of Wight to the historic Channel Islands, is a paradise for real ale and cider lovers. With bustling beer festivals and a deep-rooted appreciation for traditional pubs, the area is alive with the spirit of camaraderie and passion for local brews. From the rolling hills of Wiltshire to the bustling streets of Portsmouth, South Central is a welcoming destination for those who cherish the art of brewing and the preservation of historic watering holes.

Branches in South Central

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Salisbury & South Wiltshire
West Dorset
Portsmouth & South East Hampshire
Berkshire South East

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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Butt Inn, Aldernaston Wharf. (Pub, External). Published on 02-10-2013
Butt Inn
Pub
Real Ale Available
Station Road, Aldermaston, RG7 4LA
You want to visit - You have this in one of your trips
(Pub, External). Published on 21-01-2020
Hind's Head
Pub
Real Ale Available
Wasing Lane, Aldermaston, RG7 4LX
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Heritage Pub
Bell Inn, Aldworth
Taken by Quinten Taylor . (External, Key). Published on 04-11-2024
Bell Inn
Pub
Real Ale Available | Real Cider Available
Bell Lane, Aldworth, RG8 9SE
You want to visit - You have this in one of your trips
Four Points, near Aldworth. (Pub, External). Published on 02-10-2013
Four Points
Pub
Real Ale Available
Haw Lane, Aldworth, RG8 9RL
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Sun in the Wood Ashmore Green. (Pub). Published on 14-05-2013
Sun in the Wood
Pub
Real Ale Available
Stoney Lane, Ashmore Green, RG18 9HF
You want to visit - You have this in one of your trips

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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Poole Hill
41-43 Poole Hill, Bournemouth, BH2 5PW
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Bat Country Main Logo
Bat Country
Unit D Whinwhistle Road, East Wellow, Romsey, SO51 6BH
Bat Country is a small-batch brewery founded in 2021 by two brothers. Located on a farm in Hampshire...
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Sandbanks
Unit 6, 4/6 Abingdon Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate , Poole, BH17 0UG
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Knight Life
27 Feversham Avenue, Bournemouth, BH8 9NH
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Milk Town
Unit 13, Avonside Enterprise Park, New Broughton Road, Melksham, SN12 8BS
Opened in 2024, this micro-brewery takes it's cue from the heritage of Melksham's industrial past an...
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Pressure grows to save Ivy
Latest News from South Central

Pressure grows to save Ivy

A community is rallying round to save the picturesque Ivy Inn at Heddington, which has been closed for months after current owner Wadworth Brewery put it up for sale in May 2024. The 17th-century, thatched-roofed inn is loved by people throughout the county and a group called Friends of The Ivy was quickly set up to save it.

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