Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Mid Gloucestershire Branch West Central Region ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Mid Gloucestershire Branch AGM - 17th October 2026, 12pm, Fountain Inn, Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/mid-gloucestershire-branch-agm/) - The Branch AGM is being held on 17th October at Fountain Inn, Gloucester starting at 12pm. Members of Mid Gloucestershire Branch are warmly invited to attend and vote in the AGM. The AGM's formal business is where we hear reports from Branch Officers, receive, approve the Branch Accounts and appoint members to the Branch committee.There are a range - [Champion Beer of West Midlands & West Central Area British & New World IPA Announced as Tiley's IPA](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/champion-beer-of-west-midlands-west-central-area-announced-as-tileys-ipa/) - Tiley’s IPA won Gold in the "IPAs (British & New World)" category. The blind judging occurred at this year’s Wolverhampton Beer Festival. As the winner of the category the beer will also go forward to represent the Area in the National Finals for 2027, held next year. - [The Hoptician, Dursley wins Gloucestershire Cider Pub of the Year 2026](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/the-hoptician-dursley-wins-gloucestershire-cider-pub-of-the-year-2026/) - The Hoptician will now go up against the winners from Herefordshire, Oxfordshire and Worcestershire to crown West Central Cider Pub of the Year. - [Next Branch Meeting - 1st September](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/next-branch-meeting-1st-september/) - The next Mid Gloucestershire Branch Meeting is scheduled for 19.30 Tuesday 1st September at the Pelican, Glocuester. - [New NBSS Goes Live](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/new-nbss-goes-live/) - The National Beer Scoring System has been simplified, you can find out more at https://camra.org.uk/beer-scoring. - [Notice: Mid Gloucestershire Branch Meeting is 14th July](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/notice-mid-gloucestershire-branch-meeting-is-14th-july/) - Please be aware the next branch meeting is a week later than usual, on Tuesday 14th July, at the Pelican, Gloucester. This is due to availability. - [Stroud Club of the Year 2026 - Chalford Sports & Social Club](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/stroud-club-of-the-year-2026-chalford-sports-social-club/) - The presentation will take place Sunday 29th March 2026 from 2pm. - [Dursley Cider Pub of the Year 2026 - The Hoptician, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/dursley-cider-pub-of-the-year-2026-the-hoptician-dursley/) - [Gloucester Club of the Year 2026 - Churchdown, Club, Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucester-club-of-the-year-2026-churchdown-club-gloucester/) - [Stroud Cider Pub of the Year 2026 - The Carpenter's Arms, Westrip](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/stroud-cider-pub-of-the-year-2026-the-carpenters-arms-westrip/) - After a year in which Sammie reached the final four, Stroud continues to embellish the Carp's with their Cider Pub of the Year nod. The certificate presentation is likely to take place in April/May. - [Mid Gloucestershire Club of the Year 2026 - The Churchdown Club, Churchdown, Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/mid-gloucestershire-club-of-the-year-2026-the-churchdown-club-churchdown-gloucester/) - [Mid Gloucestershire Pub of the Year 2026 - The Pelican, Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/mid-gloucestershire-pub-of-the-year-2026-the-pelican-gloucester/) - The Pelican, Gloucester took the Pub of the Year for Mid Gloucestershire on a tie-break, having jointly topped the judges scoring with the Old Spot, Dursley. - [Mid Gloucestershire Cider Pub of the Year 2026 - The Hoptician, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/mid-gloucestershire-cider-pub-of-the-year-2026-the-hoptician-dursley/) - The Hoptician narrowly beat the Carpenter's Arms in Westrip to receive the accolade of branch Cider Pub of the Year for 2026. The certificate will be awarded on Thursday 9th April from 6pm. - [Stroud Pub of the Year 2026 - Crown & Sceptre, Horn's Road, Stroud](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/stroud-pub-of-the-year-2026-crown-sceptre-horns-road-stroud/) - Read the Report at Stroud Times1 - [Dursley Pub of the Year 2026 - The Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/dursley-pub-of-the-year-2026-the-old-spot-dursley/) - [West Central Cider Pub of the Year 2025 - Carpenter's Arms, Westrip](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/west-central-cider-pub-of-the-year-2025-carpenters-arms-westrip/) - [Mike at the Pelican Scoops at least a Top 4](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/mike-at-the-pelican-scoops-at-least-a-top-4/) - The competition to be named CAMRA’s cream of the crop in the prestigious National Pub of the Year 2025 competition is hotting up with just four pubs remaining after months of rigorous judging. The four fantastic finalists will now battle it out to claim the overall Pub of the Year title, the Campaign’s biggest award and one - [Gloucester Pub of the Year 2026 - The Pelican Inn, Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucester-pub-of-the-year-2026-the-pelican-inn-gloucester/) - [Cirencester Pub of the Year 2026 - The Drillman's Arms, Cirencester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/cirencester-pub-of-the-year-2026-the-drillmans-arms-cirencester/) - [Forest of Dean Pub of the Year 2026 - The Dog & Muffler, Joyford](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/forest-of-dean-pub-of-the-year-2026-the-dog-muffler-joyford/) - [King's Quarter Revamp set to go Ahead](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/kings-quarter-revamp-set-to-go-ahead/) - The south-west based company known for its popular brands Cosy Club, Lounge and Brightside, all recognised for their eye- catching interiors and retro styling, says it is excited about taking on the 5,000 sq ft space at the heart of the Kings Square. Known locally for Portivo Lounge at Gloucester Quays and the Cosy Club - [Brockweir Inn Community Benefit Society (BICBS) Updates](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/brockweir-inn-community-benefit-society-bicbs-updates/) - The latest updates on the Brockweir Inn, Forest of Dean (please note all links provided are external to this site): 8th January 2026 - Villagers pose for Jilly Cooper-inspired calendar: BBC 3rd June 2025 - Community raising funds to do up 16th Century pub: BBC 3rd June 2024 - Villagers group together to reopen closed - [Judging Begins for Branch Awards](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/judging-begins-for-branch-awards/) - 2026-Pub-of-the-Year-Judging-GuidanceDownload Despite a new name, the branch are continuing with area awards for Pub, Cider Pub and Club of the Year. These area awards have now been finalised, and will be announced in the coming weeks. The next stage involves judging which of these area winners will become the branch winners. All branch members are - [Shape the 2026 Fresh Standard Reawakening](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/shape-the-2026-fresh-standard-reawakening/) - Having expanded into the next unit, the team at Fresh Standard are looking to crowdfund to make the 2026 Re-Awakening a new experience. https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/next-door? - [Cirencester Cidery Press](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/cirencester-cidery-press/) - [Pomona Award 2025 - National Perry Pear Centre](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/pomona-award-2025-national-perry-pear-centre/) - The Pomona award, which is named after the Roman Goddess of apples, honours a person, group, organisation, idea or concept (where a recipient can be identified) that has made an outstanding achievement, commitment, or contribution to the promotion of real cider or perry. Visit the National Perry Pear Centre website to find out more about - [West Central Club of the Year 2025 - Cheltenham Motor Club, Cheltenham](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/west-central-club-of-the-year-2025-cheltenham-motor-club-cheltenham/) - [West Central Pub of the Year 2025 - The Pelican Inn, Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/west-central-pub-of-the-year-pelican-gloucester/) - Gloucester pub awarded top accolade by national drinks and pubs group, CAMRA. - [Weekly Socials Return to Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/weekly-socials-return-to-gloucester/) - Starting Wednesday 1st October a weekly social will begin at the Hop Kettle on Gloucester Docks. From 19:30 each week, the strictly no-CAMRA business event, will be a chance to talk pubs, beer and whatever else may come into our heads. For October these will remain at the Hop Kettle, with the hope some of - [Little Avon Taproom - Beermongery](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/little-avon-taproom-beermongery/) - Little Avon Brewery have announced they are aiming to crowdsource funds to open up a new brewery tap in central Wotton-under-Edge. The majority of donation levels includes getting most of the donation back in pints once the room opens. To read more they can be found at: https://www.littleavon.uk/donate - [Good Beer Guide Launch Day](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/good-beer-guide-launch-day/) - Congratulations to the 37 pubs and clubs that made it in the Mid Gloucestershire branch area into the Good Beer Guide 2026. The branch has near 300 cask venues eligible for selection. Only 12% of these are able to make it into the Guide. Keep an eye out for the logo, or buy a copy - [Brewery Liaison Officer - Two Tinkers](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/brewery-liaison-officer-two-tinkers/) - The Brewery Liaison Officer (BLO) is the main contact between a brewery and CAMRA. The position is a regional appointment, not a branch appointment, working closely with the local branch. Reporting is to the Regional Brewery Liaison Co-ordinator (BLC), who has responsibility for all breweries within a region. There is currently a vacancy to be - [Branch Volunteer Page](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/branch-volunteer-page/) - Thought about getting more involved in saving pubs & pints? We now have a volunteer page with a number of potential roles you could be doing. We'd rather find a role that is suitable for your availability and comfort. Click here to browse... - [Gloucester Area Coordinator](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucester-area-coordinator/) - The role of the Gloucester Area Coordinator is to encourage local CAMRA members to get involved and enjoy their branch activities, and to represent the area at branch meetings. Currently this covers the postcode areas of GL1, GL2, GL3 and GL4. If you feel you could only coordinate in a selection of these postcodes please - [Dursley & District Area Coordinator](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/dursley-district-area-coordinator/) - The role of the Dursley & District Area Coordinator is to encourage local CAMRA members to get involved and enjoy their branch activities, and to represent the area at branch meetings. Currently this covers the postcode areas of GL9, GL11, GL12 & GL13. If you feel you could only coordinate in a selection of these - [Stroud Secretary](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/stroud-secretary/) - The role of the Stroud Secretary is to support the Stroud Area Coordinator in ensuring a smooth functioning, arranging meetings and being the primary contact for Stroud. You will be responsible for helping prepare an agenda and take minutes at the meeting. Time Commitment The role can take up as much time as you are - [Brewery Liaison Officer - Lydbrook Valley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/brewery-liaison-officer-lydbrook-valley/) - The Brewery Liaison Officer (BLO) is the main contact between a brewery and CAMRA. The position is a regional appointment, not a branch appointment, working closely with the local branch. Reporting is to the Regional Brewery Liaison Co-ordinator (BLC), who has responsibility for all breweries within a region. There is currently a vacancy to be - [Goat returns to the Globe in Stonehouse](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/goat-returns-to-the-globe-in-stonehouse/) - As announced on Facebook, The Globe Inn in Stonehouse is set to reopen at the end of April under it’s previous name. General consensus was the rebrand to primarily a restaurant under the name of GOAT was an unpopular move. For more information about Stroud CAMRA please visit Stroud Sub-Branch. - [The Hawkesbury Fox is Living Again](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/the-hawkesbury-fox-is-living-again/) - The Fox in Hawkesbury Upton has reopened as additional accommodation for a local golf club. As well as accommodation, they have reopened the bar to the general public and are selling 2 cask ales, currently St Austell Tribute and Timothy Taylor Landlord. Fox Inn - CAMRA Website - [Lower Mills Estate reinvigorating the Bakers Arms](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/lower-mills-estate-reinvigorating-the-bakers-arms/) - The Bakers Arms in Somerford Keynes has changed tenant and we hear that The Lower Mill Estate has now taken on a 5 year full repairing lease, which the previous tenant said he couldn’t do due to the extensive repairs required to the building. The Lower Mill Estate have a lot of money behind them - [Country Creatures take the Wild Duck as a New Habitat](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/country-creatures-take-the-wild-duck-as-a-new-habitat/) - Work on The Wild Duck is now in full swing and we hear, not officially,that it is due to reopen in April 2026. It appears to have been sold byYoungs and the name on the latest planning information is CountryCreatures Ltd who own The Masons Arms and Double Red Duke, both inClanfield Oxfordshire. This all - [Rising Sun Community win further Award](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/rising-sun-community-wins-further-award/) - [Another Rose Loses It's Petals](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/another-rose-loses-its-petals/) - The Rose Inn, Paganhill has closed. A.B. reported it was for sale some time ago but for a time after this it was still operating with the for-sale board on the building. More recently A.B. had passed it and reported no signs of life, so T.H walked round to confirm that it is indeed closed. - [Family reopen the King's Head](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/family-reopen-the-kings-head/) - The King's Head at King's Stanley has finally reopened after a few setbacks. On the radar of Stroud CAMRA as a vulnerable pub for many a month, it was reported earlier this year that a private buyer had bought the pub with a plan to reopen. Sam Viggers and Jen Hawkins appear to have two - [Old Crown to Stay Open](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/old-crown-to-stay-open/) - As previously reported, Ann had finally announced her decision to retire from over 20 years at the helm of the Old Crown. Oak Taverns, the company that own the pub, were thankful of her and Brian and wished them a happy and well-deserved retirement. Whilst some feared the pub closing and possibly being sold on, - [Family Ties Return to the Three Horseshoes](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/family-ties-return-to-the-three-horseshoes/) - Exciting News! We’re delighted to share that Red Hogben has officially taken over the much loved Three Horseshoes pub! A real full circle moment for Red and his family, as his grandfather Ron proudly ran the Horseshoes from 1978 to 1987! The pub is currently undergoing a programme of refurbishment, with plans to open for - [Change of Date - Stroud Monthly Meeting - September](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/change-of-date-stroud-monthly-meeting-september/) - Due to external factors the Stroud monthly meeting has been moved, and will take place a day earlier on Tuesday 9th September, 19:30, in the Ale House, Stroud main bar area. A key discussion point this month is choosing a date and venue for the 2026 Good Beer Guide launch which is on 25th September.All CAMRA members are - [Autumn Tippler Out Now](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/autumn-tippler-out-now/) - The Autumn edition of the Tippler is available to pick up in pubs in the area from Tuesday 2nd September. If you are unable to find it in your local please contact us at the following email address: _____________@midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk with either: cirencester, dursley, gloucester, forestofdean or stroud depending on your area. - [Old Fox, Coaley & Clothiers Arms, Stroud take on new Management](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/old-fox-coaley-clothiers-arms-stroud-take-on-new-management/) - Both the Old Fox at Coaley, which saw Ellie Sainty retire last month, and the Clothiers Arms, Stroud will be under new management by the end of April. Hugo Thompson has recently been saying hello to new patrons at the Old Fox and it is believed he is also taking charge of the Clothiers on - [Searching for those lost Forest of Dean pubs](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/searching-for-those-lost-forest-of-dean-pubs/) - This article originally appeared in the Forester Newspaper, Wednesday 4th April 2025... You have to feel sorry for poor Henry Evans who was sent to prison for six weeks in May 1884 for stealing some broccoli, worth just three pence, from Charles Powell, landlord of the Lamb Inn in Gloucester Road, Coleford. Similarly in November - [Gloucestershire Branch Club of the Year 2025](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire-branch-club-of-the-year-2025/) - [This is Mid Gloucestershire](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/this-is-mid-gloucestershire/) - New name, same aims. - [Stroud Social July Report](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/stroud-social-july-report/) - Tuesday 22nd July seven intrepid CAMRA members left Stroud for the outer reaches of the area. Arriving in Painswick at the Royal oak about 1930ish. We were met by a friendly smile from behind the bar and the site of two real ales on offer. Both well kept and very welcome on the warm evening. - [The Cloisters of Harry Potter create a Collab.](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/the-cloisters-of-harry-potter-create-a-collab/) - Gloucester Brewery have launched a 4.5% limited edition IPA blessed ‘CathedrALE’. A collaborationwith Gloucester Cathedral, the sales of the beer are raising money to renovate the cloisters (HarryPotter world). - [King's Head is Nearly There](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/kings-head-is-nearly-there/) - Pub owner J.H. responded to Stroud Chair T.H. as it was understood the King's Head, Kings Stanley was aiming for the end of June. Our three-part plan:Initially we will be bar only - in a month or two, menus and locally sourced foods will bewidely available- the third part of the plan is accommodation- building - [Single Cask from Gloucestershire at the GBBF](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/single-cask-from-gloucestershire-at-the-gbbf/) - The initial beer list for the Great British Beer Festival has been released. Upon it, the only two Gloucestershire based breweries are both from Stroud. Stroud Brewery provide the only cask of these, their OPA. Hop Drop and Alederflower both appear in keg form. Word is that Fresh Standard were only asked for keg so - [BOOM! for Stroud Brewery](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/boom-for-stroud-brewery/) - Stroud Breweries IPA won in the beer category at the UK soil association’s Organic Food and DrinkProduct Awards, also known as the Best of Organic Market Awards (BOOM).Their Tom Long was also highly commended alongside Fistral Pilsner from Atlantic Brewery.Dunkerton’s Craft Organic Medium Cider won the cider award.Entry to the competition for businesses with an - [Stroud July Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/stroud-july-meeting/) - Stroud CAMRA Monthly Meeting. Reminder that our next monthly meeting will be held Wednesday, 9th July @ 19:30 in the Ale House - Stroud, your 2025 Stroud CAMRA Pub of The Year! Wanted CAMRA members to fill this room!!!!! A quieter month but of particular focus alongside regular business is the Gloucestershire branch future & renaming. We - [Postlip Ale - A New Brew for the Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/postlip-ale-a-new-brew-for-the-festival/) - [Stroud Pub ranks #8 in the 2025 Industry Choice Award](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/stroud-pub-ranks-8-in-the-2025-industry-choice-award/) - The Woolpak, Slad has been voted as the 8th best pub of the UK according to those working in the industry. As part of the National Pub and Bar Awards, each year, a list of the top 10 pubs in the UK are published. Of the pubs ahead of the Woolpak: this years top three, - [Statement from the Oak at Kingshill, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/statement-from-the-oak-at-kingshill-dursley/) - [The Old Passage Inn - Facebook Timeline](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/the-old-passage-inn-facebook-timeline/) - [Protest at Plans for The Market Tavern, Stroud](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/protest-at-plans-for-the-market-tavern-stroud/) - It has been known as the Pelican, the Union, and the Market Tavern, however the current owners are proposing to demolish the establishment. The pub is currently boarded up and with graffiti-style hip-hop murals commissioned by the town council and has stood empty since 2014. The Town Council have initially backed the plan for demolition within the areas Neighbourhood - [Cirencester Pub crowned Pub of the County at The National Pub & Bar Awards 2025](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/cirencester-pub-crowned-pub-of-the-county-at-the-national-pub-bar-awards-2025/) - The Crown at Ampney Brook has been recognised by the National Pub & Bar Awards as their pub of the county for 2025. Organised by ... on-trade magazine Pub & Bar, each year the National Pub & Bar Awards crowns nearly 100 County Winners ... giving each site a unique platform to promote themselves and - [Royal Oak set for Sale to Private Buyer](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/royal-oak-set-for-sale-to-private-buyer/) - The following was posted to the Own Our Oak page: - [Skittles and Two Certificates in Chalford](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/skittles-and-two-certificates-in-chalford/) - Stroud CAMRA and Gloucestershire CAMRA converged at the Chalford Sports & Social Club on 1st June to present Ali & Rob Brady with a brace of certificates recording their win for Stroud Sub-branch and Gloucestershire Branch Club of the Year. On offer at the bar was Mad Squirrel - Sumo @ 4.7% ABV, Stroud - - [Stroud Monthly Meeting - June Agenda](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/stroud-monthly-meeting-june-agenda/) - Stroud CAMRA Monthly Meeting. Reminder that our next monthly meeting will be held Wednesday, 11th June @ 19:30 in the Ale House - Stroud, your 2025 Stroud CAMRA Pub of The Year! Of particular focus this month, alongside regular business is: Report out on the meeting to discuss the future of the Gloucestershire branch Allocation of Summer - [Branch Renaming to commence this June](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/branch-renaming-to-commence-this-june/) - Members who have opted in to the e-mail communications from the branch should have received an e-mail explaining the current situation. Below is presented an abridged version: Last Autumn as I am sure that you are aware CAMRA reorganised the national areas along county lines. [The main issue:] the Gloucestershire Branch does not [geographically] represent - [Gloucester June Social Docking the Bay](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucester-june-social-docking-the-bay/) - The Docks provided a central theme for June's Gloucester social. The weather was reasonable as members old and new gathered firstly at Dr Fosters where a choice of two lighter North Cotswold Brewery beers on: Jumping Jack Flash 3.8% and Summer Solstice 4.2%. Next was the Hop Kettle which provided among others the Cricklade Ordinary - [Somerset to the Forest - A Visit](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/somerset-to-the-forest-a-visit/) - This article is provided courtesy of Jody of Somerset CAMRA. The article first appeared on the Somerset Facebook page on 26th May 2025. Who remembers the regular feature in Pints Of View, Tony Goes To? Well following on from that, Jody, your editor of Somerset CAMRA Facebook has been to the Forest of Dean this - [Are you receiving Communications?](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/communications-update/) - Have you checked which communications you are currently able to receive? CAMRA separates all their communications by type. Log into your account at: https://account.camra.org.uk/marketingto make your choices. To receive the latest news and event information from Gloucestershire, make sure the Branch option is 'ON'. You can expect to receive information from the branch once or - [Tewkesbury Winter Ales Festival Award Presentation](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tewkesbury-winter-ales-festival-award-presentation/) - A lovely evening was had by those who attended a specially open Thursday night at The Fresh Standard’s Brewery Taproom which saw them presented with the Tewkesbury Winter Ales Festival – Gloucestershire Winter Beer of the Festival. Organised by Tewkesbury CAMRA branch, the event was open to all and gave Rich and Charlotte a reason - [Stroud Monthly Meeting Tonight](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/stroud-monthly-meeting-tonight/) - Events Stroud CAMRA Monthly Meeting. Reminder that our next monthly meeting will be held tomorrow, Wednesday, 14th May @ 19:30 in the Ale House – Stroud, your 2025 Stroud CAMRA Pub of The Year! Of particular focus this month, alongside regular business is: Report out from the bimonthly Gloucestershire branch meeting Confirmation of final Gold Card candidate - [UB40's 4th Special to Single out a New Hop](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/ub40s-4th-special-to-single-out-a-new-hop/) - The fourth beer will be Crossbreed, in collaboration with Charles Farm using a new experimental hop, CF243. The hop is exclusive to Uley Brewery and it will be the first single hopped beer produced by them. Our updated post covering the full 40th Anniversary of Uley Brewery can be found here... - [Unlawful Closure of The 12 Bells - Update](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/unlawful-closure-of-the-12-bells-update/) - We have an ongoing situation in Cirencester with the unlawful closure of The 12 Bells. One of our members has had a response from the office of our local MP, Roz Savage, an extract of which is copied below: - I’m writing with an update regarding your concerns about the closure of The 12 Bells - [Gloucestershire @ 50 - The Tippler Archives from 1999](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire-50-the-tippler-archives-from-1999/) - As part of the celebrations, this time memory lane takes us to the turn of the millennium. In the Spring, Gloucestershire was joining the internet revolution with it's first page on the world wide web. The Summer saw North Cotswold brewery enter the fold and members were struggling to accept their ale was heading towards - [Gloucestershire CAMRA celebrates 50 years of campaigning](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire-camra-celebrates-50-years-of-campaigning/) - The Royal Union in Tivoli, Cheltenham (now closed) It’s fifty years since Gloucestershire CAMRA was founded in the back room of the Royal Union pub in Tivoli Street, Cheltenham. In the mid 1970’s it is quite fair to say that finding a decent pint of real ale was a real challenge. Gloucestershire was dominated by - [Petition - Recognise the production and serving of cask ale as Intangible Cultural Heritage](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/petition-recognise-the-production-and-serving-of-cask-ale-as-intangible-cultural-heritage/) - Following the UK’s ratification of UNESCO's Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage, we call on the Government to recognise production and serving of traditional British cask ale as Intangible Cultural Heritage. - https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/716686 Do you feel that British cask ale should become safeguarded from the general globalisation and increased loss of traditions and - [Prince of Wales, Cashes Green reopening under Barry](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/prince-of-wales-cashes-green-reopening-under-barry/) - Just met our new landlord Barry who’s going to re-open the Prince of Wales Cashes Green from this coming Wednesday (16th)… just in time for sunny Easter Weekend pints. – D.G. (Facebook) The Prince of Wales reopens on the 16th April! For more information about Stroud CAMRA please visit Stroud Sub-Branch. - [Gloucester Social - Everyone welcome - 23rd April](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucester-social-everyone-welcome/) - It's been a while since the Gloucester subbranch has held a social. We're still without a functioning committee but we thought we'd see if there is an appetite to meet up over a few beers and visit some pubs together. The next one will start in The Thirsty Pine (5-7 Brunswick Road) at 7.30pm on - [The Old Neighbourhood has reopened](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/the-old-neighbourhood-has-reopened/) - ACV For more information about Stroud CAMRA please visit Stroud Sub-Branch. - [Uley Brewery @ 40 aka UB40](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/uley-brewery-40-aka-ub40/) - Uley Brewery celebrates their 40th Anniversary in 2025 and to do so they are releasing a series of specials.We will update the gallery as and when they are announced: The fourth beer will be Crossbreed, in collaboration with Charles Farm using a new experimental hop, CF243. The hop is exclusive to Uley Brewery and it - [Gloucestershire Brewery Challenge 2025](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire-brewery-challenge-2025/) - One of the new favourite drinking spots in Gloucester, The Thirsty Pine, is beginning it's Gloucestershire Brewery Challenge 2025 on 5th April 2025. Each brewery has been asked to select and send one of their casks of their choosing to the event. In a knockout format, each pair of casks will be put on the - [Rose & Crown back on the market as stable planning removed](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/rose-crown-back-on-the-market-as-stable-planning-removed/) - We regret to inform you that our purchase of the Rose and Crown is not proceeding – for now, at least. Following the recent withdrawal of the stables planning application, the owner has decided to put the stables and the pub back on the market. we have communicated to the owner that our existing offer - [Welcome to the Gloucestershire CAMRA Branch](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/welcome-to-the-gloucestershire-camra-branch/) - Gloucestershire CAMRA Branch covers the areas of Gloucester between postcodes GL1 to GL17. This includes the five sub-branches: the City of Gloucester GL1, GL2, GL3 and GL4; Stroud GL5, GL6 and GL10; Cirencester GL7 and GL8; Dursley & District GL9, GL11, GL12 & GL13 and the Forest of Dean GL14, GL15, GL16 and GL17. The - [Welcome to Cirencester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/welcome-to-cirencester/) - The Cirencester sub-branch covers the postcodes of GL7 and GL8. Cirencester sub-Branch meet on the second Tuesday of the month. Please get in touch with Cirencester for details. - [Welcome to Dursley and District](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/welcome-to-dursley-and-district/) - The Dursley & District sub-branch covers the postcodes of GL9, GL11, GL12 and GL13. Dursley & District sub-Branch meet on the last Tuesday of the month. Please get in touch with Dursley for details. - [Welcome to the area of the City of Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/welcome-to-the-area-of-the-city-of-gloucester/) - The City of Gloucester sub-branch covers the postcodes of GL1, GL2, GL3 and GL4. City of Gloucester sub-Branch meet on the second Wednesday of the month. Please get in touch with Gloucester for details. - [Welcome to Stroud](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/welcome-to-stroud/) - The Stroud sub-branch covers the postcodes of GL5, GL6 and GL10. Stroud sub-Branch meet every second Wednesday at 7.30pm. Please get in touch with Stroud for details. - [Welcome to the Forest of Dean](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/welcome-to-the-forest-of-dean/) - The Forest of Dean sub-branch covers the postcodes of GL14, GL15, GL16 and GL17. Forest of Dean sub-Branch meet every Thursday at 8pm. Please get in touch with Geoff Sandles for details - [Gloucestershire Branch Cider Pub of the Year 2025](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire-branch-cider-pub-of-the-year-2025/) - [Gloucestershire Branch Pub of the Year 2025](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire/) - [City of Gloucester Club of the Year 2025 - BMI Club, Upton St. Leonards](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/city-of-gloucester-club-of-the-year-2025-bmi-club-upton-st-leonards/) - [Stroud Club of the Year 2025 - The Chalford Sports & Social Club](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/stroud-club-of-the-year-2025-the-chalford-sports-social-club/) - [City of Gloucester Cider Pub of the Year 2025 - The Pelican, Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/city-of-gloucester-cider-pub-of-the-year-2025-the-pelican-gloucester/) - [Dursley & District Cider Pub of the Year 2025 - The Hopticians, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/dursley-district-cider-pub-of-the-year-2025-the-hopticians-dursley/) - [Stroud Cider Pub of the Year 2025 - The Carpenters Arms, Westrip](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/stroud-cider-pub-of-the-year-2025-the-carpenters-arms-westrip/) - [Stroud Pub of the Year 2025 - Ale House, Stroud](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/stroud-pub-of-the-year-2025-ale-house-stroud/) - [Gloucester (City of) Pub of the Year 2025 - The Pelican, Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucester-city-of-pub-of-the-year-2025-the-pelican-gloucester/) - [Dursley & District Pub of the Year 2025 - The New Inn, Woodmancote](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/dursley-district-pub-of-the-year-2025-the-new-inn-woodmancote/) - [Cirencester Pub of the Year 2025 - Drillman's Arms, Cirencester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/cirencester-pub-of-the-year-2025-drillmans-arms-cirencester/) - [Forest of Dean Pub of the Year 2025 - Dog House Micropub, Coleford](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/forest-of-dean-pub-of-the-year-2025-dog-house-micropub-coleford/) - [Tippler: Dave Hedges and the Gloucestershire Pubs & Breweries Archive](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tippler-dave-hedges-and-the-gloucestershire-pubs-breweries-archive/) - In the Autumn edition of the tippler there were fitting tributes to Dave edges of Wotton-under-Edge who passed away in June, sadly losing his battle with cancer.- Geoff Sandles The rest of this article can be found in the Winter 2024 edition of The Tippler. The Gloucestershire Pubs & Brewery Archive can be found here. - [Gloucestershire Beer of the Year 2024](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire-beer-of-the-year-2024/) - The ‘Gloucestershire Beer of the Year’ contest was successful relaunched at lastyear’s Cotswold Beer Festival Trade Night. This year 30 beers, from 15 of the county’sfinest brewers, were entered into competition. For the winners it would be a greatopportunity to hold bragging rights for the rest of the year.- The Tippler GLOUCESTERSHIRE BEER OF THE - [Tribute to David Hedges](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tribute-to-david-hedges/) - It is with great sadness that I must report the passing of a stalwart CAMRA member in our sub branch, David (Dave) Hedges.- Peter Corfield The full tribute can be found in the Autumn 2024 edition of the Tippler. - [Good Beer Guide 2025 - Cirencester Area](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/good-beer-guide-2025-cirencester-area/) - The six Good Beer Guide pubs for the 2025 edition are to be:The Bell Inn, Avening The Royal Oak, Leighterton The Bell Inn, Sapperton The Drillmans Arms, StrattonThe Hop Kettle, CirencesterThe Marlborough Arms, Cirencester Further information about each pub can be found on the CAMRA website; or the Good Beer Guide can be bought for - [Tippler: The Nag's Head at Yorkley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tippler-the-nags-head-at-yorkley/) - The Nags Head at Yorkley in the Forest ofDean called last orders on Sunday 20th October,and Myra Byett (right), landlady at the Nags for anamazing 41 years, is now enjoying a well earnedretirement.- Geoff Sandles The rest of this article can be found in the Winter 2024 edition of The Tippler. - [Gloucestershire Club of the Year 2024 - The BMI](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire-club-of-the-year-2024-the-bmi/) - [Gloucestershire Pub of the Year 2024 - Carpenters Arms, Westrip](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire-pub-of-the-year-2024-carpenters-arms-westrip/) - [Gloucestershire Pub of the Year 2024 - Old Spot Inn, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire-pub-of-the-year-2024-old-spot-inn-dursley/) - [Forest of Dean Pub of the Year 2024 - Hearts of Oak, Drybrook](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/forest-of-dean-pub-of-the-year-2024-hearts-of-oak-drybrook/) - [Gloucestershire Club of the Year 2023 - The BMI](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire-club-of-the-year-2023-the-bmi/) - [Gloucestershire Pub of the Year 2023 - Carpenters Arms, Westrip](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire-pub-of-the-year-2023-carpenters-arms-westrip/) - [Gloucestershire Pub of the Year 2023 - The Pelican](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire-pub-of-the-year-2023-the-pelican/) - [Gloucestershire Cider Pub of the Year 2022 - The Pelican](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire-cider-pub-of-the-year-2022-the-pelican/) - [Gloucestershire Pub of the Year 2022 - The Pelican](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/gloucestershire-pub-of-the-year-2022-the-pelican/) - [From the Archive - The Gloucester Beer Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/from-the-archive-the-gloucester-beer-festival/) - The One That Nearly Got Away! There are some events that mark a milestone in the year: events that you look forward to from one year to the next; events that you plan your life around so that you don’t miss them. For me and many beer and cider drinkers in the Gloucester area – - [CAMRA in Gloucester December Update from the Chair](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/camra-in-gloucester-december-update-from-the-chair/) - Hello All Events Christmas Party Night – Wednesday 21st December 8.00 pm at the Dick Whittington. As a buffet is laid on for this event, there is a £5 charge and booking is required. Please do come along, but let me know by Saturday 17th December as I have to let Kay and Martyn know. - [CAMRA in Gloucester March Update from the Chair](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/camra-in-gloucester-march-update-from-the-chair/) - We now have two excellent breweries on our patch, and we have adopted one, whilst not on our patch, the brewer/owners are Gloucester members, so we have adopted a little patch of the Cirencester sub branch and moved it – no mean feat! - [CAMRA in Gloucester Xmas Party 2015](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/camra-in-gloucester-xmas-party-2015/) - Wednesday 9th December 2015 saw the masses descend upon The Dick Wittington in Gloucester for our annual XMAS party. 30-40 people enjoyed an excellent ale-selection including Hardy and Hansons Rockin’ Rudolf, Skinners Cornish Knocker and Sadlers Thin Ice and Martin the landlord put on a stunning spread of food for our buffet. while the evening - [CAMRA in Gloucester - Black Horse at Cranham](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/camra-in-gloucester-black-horse-at-cranham/) - Quick update from our shiny new Pubs Officer, Neil Richardson. The Black Horse at Cranham is back to it’s former glories. Recently taken on by Stu and Sue Pugh formerly of the Plough in Hereford. Food superb and the beers superb. Woods Tight Head, Donnington BB, Stroud Tom Long and Doom Bar. Real cider in - [CAMRA in Gloucester - Gloucestershire Champion Beer 2015](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/camra-in-gloucester-gloucestershire-champion-beer-2015/) - County CAMRA branches gathered at Gloucester Brewery’s tap, Tank on Wednesday 30th September to award Citra Gloucestershire Champion Beer for 2015 in both the Best Bitter category and Overall Winner for 2015. - [CAMRA in Gloucester - July Update from the Chair](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/camra-in-gloucester-july-update-from-the-chair/) - Dear All, Have you missed me? I suspect not if the lack of communication on the matter is anything to go by, but that is as it ever was, and I hope at least this communication finds you all well. My lack of email was due to a problem with my computer, and whilst I - [CAMRA in Gloucester - Rural Pub of the Year 2015](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/camra-in-gloucester-rural-pub-of-the-year-2015/) - Friday 26th February 2015 saw CAMRA in Gloucester visit The Red Lion in Arlingham to present the award for our Rural Pub of the Year 2015 to Nick and Jo White. A pub threatened with closure and rescued by the local community on June 5th 2013. “Following considerable refurbishment we opened our doors again on November 1st - [CAMRA in Gloucester - February Update from the Chair](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/camra-in-gloucester-february-update-from-the-chair/) - Hello Just thought I would do a quick reminder for our next couple of events. On Friday 27th February at 6.30 pm we have a minibus leaving from the Pelican to go to the Red Lion at Arlingham (maybe with a stop en route). This visit is to celebrate the Red Lion being nominated as our CAMRA - [Club of the Year 2015 - Gala Club](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/club-of-the-year-2015-gala-club/) - Neil Hiley and his wife Maria are proud to show-off their CAMRA in Gloucester award for Club of the Year 2015 for the Gala Club, Fairmile Gardens in Gloucester. CAMRA members met to watch Margaret Wilkins (Chairperson of CAMRA in Gloucester sub-branch) present the award while enjoying 3 fine ales. A particularly good pint of - [CAMRA in Gloucester - February Update from the Chair](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/camra-in-gloucester-february-update-from-the-chair-2/) - Dear Beer Enthusiast Can’t believe it is nearly February already and I haven’t yet wished you well for the new year, so best wishes and hope 2015 is a good and successful one for you all. For those of you who have also received this update via email, may I make my regular request and - [CAMRA in Gloucester - December Update from the Chair](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/1219/) - Dear Ale Lover, The festive season is here and Christmas only a jingle away, so the first task in writing this is to remind you all about the Christmas Party on Wednesday night (10th) at 8.00 pm at the Old Crown in Westgate Street. Bookings are essential for this event, particularly as it includes a - [CAMRA in Gloucester - November Update from the Chair](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/camra-in-gloucester-november-update-from-the-chair/) - Dear Member Almost into November, it has been another busy month. As you know we started the month with the CAMRA in Gloucester AGM, followed that with our night out at the Water Poet for the start of the International Ales festival, and then it was the Gloucsestershire Branch AGM. Longstanding committee members, Martin Parker - [CAMRA in Gloucester - September Update from the Chair](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/camra-in-gloucester-september-update-from-the-chair/) - Dear Ale Lover Well we are into September already and the schools have all gone back meaning winter is on its way. Beer wise that is quite good news for me as many of you know I am more partial to the “dark stuff” rather than the light but very hoppy numbers which one tends - [CAMRA in Gloucester - November Update from the Chair](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/camra-in-gloucester-november-update-from-the-chair-2/) - They say time flies when you are having fun! Well all I can say is that I must have been really enjoying myself as it does not seem a month ago since I last emailed you all. Much has happened in the last month and I would really appreciate hearing from any of you about - [testing page](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/testing-page/) ## Pages - [Welcome to the Mid Gloucestershire Branch](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/) - Mid Gloucestershire CAMRA Branch covers the Berkeley Vale, Cirencester, Dursley, The Forest of Dean, Gloucester and Stroud. We welcome members to get involved. - [Branch Minutes](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/branch-minutes/) - Some of the branch minutes below are presented in redacted form. If you are a member and you wish to view the minutes in full, please contact a member of the branch. 2025 - [Pubs & Clubs of this Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/pubs-clubs-of-the-year/) - [Save Our Pubs Updates](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/save-our-pubs-updates/) - [Vacant Volunteer Roles](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/vacant-volunteer-roles/) - If you are thinking about becoming more involved with the campaign, why not have a look at the roles below and see if any of them would be suitable. 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The editor is Chris Liebbrandt. - [Sample Page](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/sample-page-2/) - This is an example page. It's different from a blog post because it will stay in one place and will show up in your site navigation (in most themes). Most people start with an About page that introduces them to potential site visitors. It might say something like this: Hi there! I'm a bike messenger ## Events - [Mid Gloucestershire AGM 2026](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/mid-gloucestershire-agm-2026/) - The Branch AGM is being held on 17th October at Fountain Inn, Gloucester starting at 12pm. Members of Mid Gloucestershire CAMRA, are warmly invited to attend and vote in the AGM. The AGM's formal business is where we hear reports from Branch Officers, receive, approve the Branch Accounts and appoint members to the Branch committee. There are - [Gloucestershire (County) Social Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gloucestershire-county-social-meeting/) - There is a Gloucestershire county wide social at the Beehive in Cheltenham starting at 12.30pm on Saturday 7th November at 12.30pm. It is open to all members so please encourage everyone to attend - [Churchdown Club Cider Festival (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/churchdown-club-cider-festival-external/) - [Prince Albert Beer & Music Festival Summer Edition (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/prince-albert-beer-music-festival-summer-edition-external/) - [Ale House August Bank Holiday Beer Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/ale-house-august-bank-holiday-beer-festival/) - [Old Spot Summer Beer Festival (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/old-spot-summer-beer-festival-external/) - SUMMER BEER FESTIVAL 2026 Thursday 27th-Monday 31st That’s right! It’s almost time for our annual summer bank holiday beer festival and we’ve got loads going on this year with food available in the evenings, an outside bar and more! The perfect way to end the summer! Here’s what’s going on: Thursday: 27th August Music: Dead - [First Upton St. Leonards Beer Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/first-upton-st-leonards-beer-festival/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-23/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-24/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-25/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-22/) - [FOD Social - Dog & Muffler, Joyford](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-dog-muffler-joyford/) - [FOD Social - The Globe Inn, Alvington & Cross Inn, Aylburton](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-the-globe-inn-alvington-cross-inn-aylburton/) - [FOD Social - Speech House Hotel, Coleford](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-speech-house-hotel-coleford/) - [FOD Social - Royal Spring & Forge Hammer](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-royal-spring-forge-hammer/) - [FOD Social - White Horse & Lamb Inn, Mitcheldean](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-white-horse-lamb-inn-mitcheldean/) - [FOD Social - Red Hart Inn, Blaisdon](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-red-hart-inn-blaisdon/) - [FOD Social - Globe Inn, Berry Hill](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-globe-inn-berry-hill/) - [FOD Social - Butchers Arms & Lamb Inn, Clearwell](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-butchers-arms-lamb-inn-clearwell/) - [August Stroud CAMRA Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/august-stroud-camra-social/) - Our August social will be a trip to Fresh Standard Brewing Co at Merretts Mill, Nailsworth on 23/08/2026 from 14:00. For those of you that may not know the brewery can be found signed off the cycle track between Stroud and Nailsworth. There is a bus stop outside and the No 63 bus serves this - [Stroud Monthly Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-11/) - [Mid Gloucestershire Branch Meeting, Pelican, Glocuester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/mid-gloucestershire-branch-meeting-pelican-glocuester/) - [Stroud Monthly Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-10/) - Please Note: There is a change of usual date for this meeting. - [West Central CAMRA Regional Social & Award Presentation](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/west-central-camra-regional-social-award-presentation/) - Join us on Saturday 24 October for a relaxed day of great beer, real cider and good company as we visit two outstanding Good Beer Guide pubs in Dursley. Our day begins at The Old Spot, a former National Pub of the Year. This charming 18th-century free house takes its name from the famous Gloucestershire Old Spot pig and offers a - [Joining Bromsgrove, Redditch and Droitwich at the Carpenter's Arms, Westrip](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/joining-bromsgrove-redditch-and-droitwich-at-the-carpenters-arms-westrip/) - Bromsgrove, Redditch and Droitwich have a minibus trip to visit the Carpenter's Arms, Westrip on Sat 12 September, which we will also be joining. Please contact: stroud@midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk for information. - ['Cheers! Good Heath!' (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cheers-good-heath-external/) - On Saturday 3 October, the Gloucestershire Archives will hold a talk with the theme being ‘Cheers! Good Health! ”. It will be about Gloucestershire breweries, their history and the history of beer and brewing in Gloucestershire. The event runs from 1pm to 4pm. Gloucestershire Archives, Clarence Row, Alvin Street, Gloucester, GL1 3DW - [Perry Record Attempt at Alkington Cidery](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/perry-record-attempt-at-alkington-cidery/) - Alkington Cidery will be attempting the largest draft offering of Perry Gloucestershire has ever seen. "Together, we have brought together an incredible line-up from some of the country's finest, multi-award-winning perry makers but I am also especially proud to be pouring perry from two very local makers who, between them, have more than 70 years - [Swindon Beer Festival 2026](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/swindon-beer-festival-2026/) - [Gloucester Festival Venue Walk & Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gloucester-festival-venue-walk-social/) - Mark Roberts will be leading us on a walking tour of potential sites for a new Mid Gloucestershire Beer Festival as well as stopping for a few refreshments along the way. Gathering at the Regal for departure at 12pm. - [Stroud Social to Stonehouse](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-social-to-stonehouse/) - Stroud area are having their July social evening on Wednesday 22nd. This time we are going to Stonehouse. The evening will start at the Globe inn about 1930ish. Then move on to the Woolpack. There is a late bus back to Stroud just before 2200hrs if you don't want to drive. There may be a - [Monday Dursley Social – Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-21/) - [Monday Dursley Social – Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-20/) - [Monday Dursley Social – Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-19/) - [Monday Dursley Social – Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-18/) - [Monday Dursley Social – Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-17/) - [Cotswold Beer Festival 2026](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/2059/) - Event Details The 48th Cotswold Beer Festival returns from Friday 17th to Sunday 19th July 2026 and we can’t wait to welcome you back. Expect a carefully curated range of 110+ (as always!) cask ales, following last year’s early sell out we will be doubling up on some popular beers and only opening the second - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-16/) - [Stroud Monthly Meeting - Ale House, Stroud](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-ale-house-stroud-5/) - [Mid Gloucestershire Meeting - Pelican, Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/mid-gloucestershire-meeting-pelican-gloucester/) - All members welcome - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-15/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-14/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-13/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-12/) - [Cirencester Visit London](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-visit-london/) - Tuesday 7th July is our annual pilgrimage to London via National Express. Rob has managed to put together a very interesting route that, for a change heads north from Earles Court. The first one is Kentish town.30 to 40 minutes by tube from Earls Court to Kentish Town tube station. The pubs are the Pineapple, - [Tunnel House, Coates Reopening](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/tunnel-house-coates-reopening/) - Great news that the Tunnel House at Coates reopens on Wednesday 3rd June after a long closure. To celebrate James and I are planning to cycle out there and check out the refurbishment and the beer, bit of a loose arrangement but we should be there around 6.30pm if anyone wants to join us. - [North West Wiltshire Invite to Malmesbury](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/north-west-wiltshire-invite-to-malmesbury/) - The branch has been extended an invitation: After another successful Chippenham CAMRA Beer, Cider & Perry Festival back in April, North West Wiltshire CAMRA Branch would like to kick off 'Summer of Pub' with visits across the branch and county and for the second branch social of July, invite you to this year's Pub of - [Stroud Members Only invite to Clothiers Arms Preview](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-members-only-invite-to-clothiers-arms-preview/) - We have been invited to attend a soft-launch pre-opening night event at the Clothiers Arms, Stroud to celebrate the refurbishment of the pub. - [Stroud Social to Eastington](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-social-to-eastington/) - We are off again on another social evening. The date you need is 27th May. This time we are going to the Badger Eastington, we hope to get there for about 1930ish and then move to the George at Froster. The same rules as always, no camra business just good humoured banter and fun. Looking - [FOD Social - Miners Arms, Whitecroft](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-miners-arms-whitecroft/) - [FOD Social - Bells Hotel and Country Club](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-bells-hotel-and-country-club/) - [FOD Social - Forest Brewery, Lydney](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-forest-brewery-lydney/) - [FOD Social - White Horse, Soudley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-white-horse-soudley/) - [FOD Social - Bailey Inn, Yorkley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-bailey-inn-yorkley/) - [FOD Social - Rising Sun, Moseley Green](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-rising-sun/) - [FOD Social - Fountain Inn, Parkend](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-fountain-inn/) - [Stroud Visit to Ale & Steam](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-visit-to-ale-steam/) - Ale and Steam festival 12th-14th June. A few of us are attending this on Friday the 12th, and our plans are as follows. 0845 gather at The Lord John for copious cups of tea and coffee along with a large breakfast. 0959 Depart Stroud train station for Cheltenham. 1040 Bus E. From carpark arrive GWSR - [Subscription Rooms Stroud Beer Festival (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/subscription-rooms-stroud-beer-festival-external/) - [The Pelican Inn 14th Anniversary Real Ale Festival (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/the-pelican-inn-14th-anniversary-real-ale-festival-external/) - [Stroud Monthly Meeting - Ale House, Stroud](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-ale-house-stroud-4/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-11/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-10/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-9/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-8/) - [Old Spot Spring Beer Fest 2026 (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/old-spot-spring-beer-fest-2026-external/) - [Rose & crown Inn Pop-up Pub Event (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/rose-crown-inn-pop-up-pub-event-external-2/) - Join us for a pop up pub and BBQ fundraising event to help raise money for the renovations and repairs needed to reopen the Rose & Crown The pop up pub will be open (including outdoor marquee space) from 1-8pm and we’ll be firing up the BBQ in the pub garden! Nympsfield is served by - [Stroud Cider Pub of the Year Presentation - Carpenter's Arms, Westrip](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-cider-pub-of-the-year-presentation-carpenters-arms-westrip/) - Presentation at 5pm. - [Ale House Regional Beer Festival May 2026 (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/ale-house-regional-beer-festival-may-2026-external/) - This year the region is the South Coast. - [Brewing Weekend Exhibition of the Five Valleys (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/brewing-weekend-exhibition-of-the-five-valleys-external/) - On Saturday and Sunday there will be an exhibition in the church of brewing memorabilia dating back to the 18th century. Many of these items are on display for the first time and form part of a private Collection owned by Martyn Smith and his family. Martyn has an extensive knowledge of the history of - [Brewing & Cider-Making in the Stroud Valleys (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/brewing-cider-making-in-the-stroud-valleys-external/) - St Paul’s Church in Whiteshill is holding a ‘Brewing Weekend’ in the church. The weekend begins with a talk on Friday 15th May at 7.30pm presented by Michael Smith who will give an insight into the pubs and breweries which were a feature of our Five Valleys. So many changes have taken place since the - [Visit to Hereford](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/visit-to-hereford/) - Friday 8th May will be an awayday in Hereford. Leave Gloucester at 1050 on the 33 bus. Leave Hereford 1704 on the 33 to Ross on Wye where a couple of drinks and a comfort break will be in order. Leave Ross at 1853 on the 33 bus to Glos arriving at 1947 in time - [CAMRA Stand at Beer and Food Fest, triangle, Cinderford](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/camra-stand-at-beer-and-food-fest-triangle-cinderford/) - Beer and Food Fest at the triangle, Cinderford (opposite The Golden Lion) 1200 to 1800. I will be manning a Forest of Dean CAMRA stand and there will be copies of the Tippler available, copies of the 2026 Good Beer Guide to purchase and CAMRA leaflets etc. So come and say hello! - [Branch Meeting - The Pelican - All Members Welcome](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/branch-meeting-the-pelican-all-members-welcome/) - [Blues & Ale Festival - Churchdown Club (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/blues-ale-festival-churchdown-club-external/) - [Hogfest 2026 (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/hogfest-2026-external/) - [Real Ale Festival @ Dr Foster, Gloucester (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/real-ale-festival-dr-foster-gloucester-external/) - [Dursley Visit The Fleece, Hillesley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/dursley-event/) - All Welcome - [Stroud Social - George Inn & Hog](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-social-george-inn-hog/) - Timings and venues are to be confirmed; please contact Tony Hill @ chair@stroud.camra.org.uk. - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-7/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-6/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-5/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-4/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-3/) - [Monday Dursley Social - Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/monday-dursley-social-old-spot-dursley-2/) - [The Twelve Bells Planning Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/the-twelve-bells-planning-meeting/) - This will take place at the Cotswold Council offices where our Cirencester Pubs Officer will be speaking against the proposals. The public gallery is large and it would be good to fill the space with support. - [Mid Gloucestershire Cider Pub of the Year Presentation 2026 - The Hoptician, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/mid-gloucestershire-cider-pub-of-the-year-presentation-2026-the-hoptician-dursley/) - Come join us as we present the Hoptician with the Mid Gloucestershire Pub of the Year certificate, and try out some delicious ciders. - [Mid Gloucestershire Club of the Year Presentation 2026 - The Churchdown Club](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/mid-gloucestershire-club-of-the-year-presentation-2026-the-churchdown-club/) - The award for Mid Gloucestershire Club of the Year 2026 will be presented on Thursday 26th March at 19:30. The club is reachable by bus from the Gloucester Transport Hub by taking the 97 Gold or 98 Gold routes, and takes approximately 30 minutes. The services run until late for the return journey. - [Mother's Pride - Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/mothers-pride-gloucester/) - Following an overwhelming demand for a change of venue to watch the film, Mothers Pride, we will now be going to the Sherborne cinema Kingsholm. It is about a 10 minute walk from the bus or train stations. Transport is as follows. Train leaves Stroud 1559 arriving Glos 1616. Return trains leave 19 minutes past - [Mid Gloucestershire Pub of the Year Presentation 2026 - The Pelican](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/mid-gloucestershire-pub-of-the-year-presentation-2026-the-pelican/) - The Pelican will be awarded with the Mid Gloucestershire Pub of the Year certificate on Friday 20th March at 17.30. It was a close run competition with the Old Spot, Dursley narrowly missing out on the award having had to go to a tie-breaking decision. - [Stroud Monthly Meeting - Ale House, Stroud](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-ale-house-stroud-3/) - [Stroud Monthly Meeting - Ale House, Stroud](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-ale-house-stroud-2/) - [FOD Social - Cock Inn, Blakeney](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-cock-inn-blakeney/) - [FOD Social - Forge Hammer, Lydbrook](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-forge-hammer-lydbrook/) - [FOD Social - White Horse, Staunton](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-white-horse-staunton/) - [FoD Social - Golden Lion, Cinderford](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fod-social-golden-lion-cinderford/) - [Stroud Monthly Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-9/) - Fancy a pint and some purposeful CAMRA energy?Then don’t miss the March Stroud CAMRA Monthly Wednesday 11th March 202619:30Ale House, Stroud (small back room) February was another busy month — we:Enjoyed a social in Stroud’s Queen Vic and Lord JohnJudged Cirencester and Forest of Dean area award winnersAttended the West Central Regional meeting in Gloucester’s Fountain Inn followed by a bit - [Cirencester Visit Cheltenham](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-visit-cheltenham/) - Day trip on Stagecoach to Cheltenham visiting a couple of ‘Spoons, The Railway, The Swan, The Sandford Ale House, Strand, The Motor Club and possibly the Mad Dog Brewery Co. as the mood takes us. Note, made this a Saturday due to restricted opening times in week and to enable those that work to join in. - [Ciren'Stagger 2026](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirenstagger-2026/) - Ciren’ Stagger starting at The Drillmans, The Marlborough, and The Hop Kettle. - [Cirencester Visit Tewkesbury](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-visit-tewkesbury/) - Friday (due to Inferno brewery opening times) Day trip on Stagecoach to Tewkesbury visiting The Royal Hop Pole, The Crosshouse Tavern, Olde Black Bear, and The Nottingham Arms plus Inferno Brewery Tap Bus times (Cirencester) out 10.47 arrives 12.19, back 16.16 arrives 17.56 - [Cirencester Visit Swindon Beer Festival (Date TBC)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-visit-swindon-beer-festival-date-tbc/) - Swindon Beer Festival, day trip on Stagecoach Bus times (Cirencester) out 9.25 arrives 10.30 to give plenty of time to find a seat! Or 10.25 out arrives 11.30, last bus back 18.10. - [Cirencester Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-social-3/) - Evening meet in Cirencester to visit The Drillmans Arms, The Hop Kettle maybe The Fleece and The Marlborough. Meet in The Drillmans around 7pm although time will be confirmed. - [Cirencester Visit Bristol](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-visit-bristol/) - Day trip to Bristol on Stagecoach and train, visiting the King’s Head, The Cornubia, Seven Stars, Bridge Inn and Bank Tavern, with a possible start at the Knights Templar for food. Leaving Cirencester at 9.25, arriving 11.35, and departing 16.30 for return at 18.27. - [Cirencester Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-social-2/) - Evening meet in Cirencester to visit The Drillmans Arms, The Hop Kettle maybe The Fleece and The Marlborough. Meet in The Drillmans around 7pm although time will be confirmed. - [Cirencester Visit Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-visit-gloucester/) - Gloucester possibly start at Wetherspoons due to time of arrival, Brewhouse & Kitchen (food),The Fountain (Food?), Drunken Duck, The Hop Kettle and finish at The Pelican Note can’t be done on a Saturday due to restricted bus service Bus times (Cirencester) out 10.25 to arrive 11.12 and the bus back at 16.40 or 18.40 final bus - [Cirencester Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-social/) - Evening meet in Cirencester to visit The Drillmans Arms, The Hop Kettle maybe The Fleece and The Marlborough. Meet in The Drillmans around 7pm although time will be confirmed. - [Cirencester at the Pelican Beer Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-at-the-pelican-beer-festival/) - A few of us are planning to go to The Pelican beer festival in Gloucester so added to the social calendar 10.25 bus (Cirencester). We get there nice and early so should get a seat at this very popular event. - [The Pelican Inn 12th Winter Ale Festival (2026)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/the-pelican-inn-12th-winter-ale-festival-2026/) - [](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/2272/) - [Sandford Park Alehouse - 1st Annual Dark Beer Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/sandford-park-alehouse-1st-annual-dark-beer-festival/) - [Stroud Club of the Year 2026 Presentation - Chalford Sports & Social Club](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-club-of-the-year-2026-presentation-chalford-sports-social-club/) - Chalford Sports & Social Club presentation at 2:30pm on Sunday 29 March. The Chalford Sports & Social Club is Stroud CAMRA Club of the Year for the sixth year running. We will be presenting Ali and Rob Brady with a certificate recording their triumph at the Chalford Sports & Social Club, Highfield Way, France Lynch, Chalford Hill GL6 8LZ - [Dursley Pub of the Year Presentation 2026 - The Old Spot Inn, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/dursley-pub-of-the-year-presentation-2026-the-old-spot-inn-dursley/) - [Drunken Duck Scottish Tap TakeOver](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/drunken-duck-scottish-tap-takeover/) - The Drunken Duck is handing over the taps once again - this time to the mighty nation that gave us bagpipes, kilts, wild weather, and some of the finest craft breweries this side of the Highlands. From 27th February to 1st March, prepare for a Scottish beer lineup worthy of poetic ballads and questionable dance - [Gloucester Club of the Year 2026 Presentation](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gloucester-club-of-the-year-presentation/) - The Gloucester Area Club of the Year winner, The Churchdown Club, 1A Church Road, Churchdown, Gloucester, GL3 2ER. Their presentation is at 7.30pm on Thursday 29 January 2026. - [Gloucester Pub of the Year 2026 Presentation](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gloucester-pub-of-the-year-2026-presentation/) - The Gloucester Area Pub of the Year winner, The Pelican Inn, 4 St Mary’s Street, Gloucester, GL1 2QR. Their presentation is at 5.00pm on Friday 30 January 2026. - [Pub of the Year Presentation 2026 - Forest of Dean](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/pub-of-the-year-presentation-2026-forest-of-dean/) - The Forest of Dean pub of the year is the Dog & Muffler in Joyford, near Berry Hill. Please join us for the presentation on the 5th February. - [Forest of Dean Social - Heart of Oak, Drybrook](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/forest-of-dean-social-heart-of-oak-drybrook/) - [Forest of Dean Social - Railway Inn, Newnham](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/forest-of-dean-social-railway-inn-newnham/) - [Forest of Dean Social - The Cross, Aylburton](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/forest-of-dean-social-the-cross-aylburton/) - [Forest of Dean Social - Dog House, Coleford](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/forest-of-dean-social-dog-house-coleford-2/) - [Beer Fest @ The Old Crown, Ebley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/beer-fest-the-old-crown-ebley/) - [County Award Judging Period 2026](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/county-award-judging/) - [Stroud Monthly Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-8/) - Keep an eye on the Stroud CAMRA Facebook page for details. - [19th Moreton in Marsh Beer Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/19th-moreton-in-marsh-beer-festival/) - [24th Ale & Steam Weekend](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/24th-ale-steam-weekend/) - [Mid Gloucestershire Branch Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/mid-gloucestershire-branch-meeting-2/) - Details TBC. - [Cirencester CAMRA AGM](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-camra-agm/) - Cirencester CAMRA AGM will be held at Corinium Ales tap room on Tuesday 10th February, meet at 6.30pm meeting start at 7pm. Thanks to Lucy and Colin for once again let us make use of this fabulous venue. We will try to issue an agenda prior to the meeting but I do struggle with attachments and - [Stroud Social at Stroud Brewery (including Tour*)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-social-at-stroud-brewery-including-tour/) - We’re delighted to be visiting Stroud Brewery on Wednesday 21st January, with a 7:30pm start, for a relaxed social evening hosted by our largest local independent brewer. The evening will include an informal brewery tour and a chat with the brewing team, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how their beers are made and a chance to hear their - [Stroud Pub of the Year Presentation 2026](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-pub-of-the-year-presentation-2026/) - We will be presenting Stroud Pub of the Year for 2026 to the Crown & Sceptre, Horns Road with their certificate on the lunchtime of Saturday 17th. Further details to be confirmed. Please contact stroud@midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk for more details on location. - [Cirencester Pub of the Year 2026 Presentation](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-pub-of-the-year-2026-presentation/) - Cirencester CAMRA Pub of the Year is The Drillmans Arms 8 votes, The Marlborough a close second 7 votes, The Hop Kettle 6 votes and The Bell Avening 1 vote. We plan to have a presentation to The Drillmans on Tuesday 27th January at 7.30pm, meeting at 7pm. - [Branch Award Judging Period 2026](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/branch-award-judging-period-2026/) - Throughout January and February, each area of the branch will be visiting the other candidates to judge an overall branch award. If you would like to get involved please contact your area coordinator using your area {cirencester¦dursley¦forestofdean¦gloucester¦stroud} followed by @midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk - [Prince Albert Winter Beer Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/prince-albert-winter-beer-festival/) - [Nympsfield Community Pop Up Pub Event - December](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/nympsfield-community-pop-up-pub-event-december/) - After a successful year raising the money to buy the pub for the community, a final fundraiser for the year: We’re looking forward to seeing many of you on Saturday from 6pm-11pm for our “Pop in Pub” event! We'll have carol singing around the Christmas tree, live music and pizzas from the wonderful Cotswold Pizza - [Stroud Monthly Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-7/) - Come along to discuss the latest news, CAMRA business and a few drinks. Followed by a pint afterwards socialising in the bar room. - [Mid Gloucestershire Branch Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/mid-gloucestershire-branch-meeting/) - Final selections for the Good Beer Guide 2027 should be finalised by this meeting. All members are welcome to join to discuss and influence Mid Gloucestershire CAMRA in 2026. - [Stroud Monthly Meeting - Ale House Stroud](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-ale-house-stroud/) - Starting at 7.30pm this is a strictly members only meeting as discussions will focus on selecting the Stroud Pub of the Year for 2026. - [Cirencester Stagger](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-stagger/) - Its that time of year again for the Cirencester Stagger which will be next Tuesday 9th December. The plan is to meet at The Drillmans around 7.15pm and then head back into town, calling in Corinium Hotel, The Hop Kettle, The Fleece and finish at The Marlborough. As always if you could let me (Patrick) - [Everyone Descends on the Old Spot for the Winter Beer Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/everyone-descends-on-the-old-spot-for-the-winter-beer-festival/) - Members from all the areas of the branch will be attending the Old Spot Winter Beer Festival on Friday 28th November. Some of us will be there from midday, others in the afternoon moving through to the evening. Travelling via Gloucester: Meet at Gloucester Transport Hub (aka bus station) for the 65 bus departing at 1100. Return - [Stroud Social to the Ram Inn, South Woodchester and Bell, Selsley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-social-to-the-ram-inn-south-woodchester-and-bell-selsley/) - Strictly no CAMRA talk. - [Gloucester Social - Thirsty Pine](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gloucester-social-thirsty-pine/) - Our last Gloucester social for Christmas shall see us start at the Thirsty Pine 19:30. - [Gloucester Social - Drunken Duck](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gloucester-social-drunken-duck/) - Our penultimate social before Christmas will see us start at the Drunken Duck 19:30. - [Forest of Dean Jolly to Hereford](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/forest-of-dean-jolly-to-hereford/) - Schedule is to leave Gloucester bus station (aka Transport Hub) on the 33 bus at 1050 arriving Hereford approx 1230. Return times will depend on how it goes as there is the opportunity to stop off in Ross-on-Wye, but ultimately be back in Gloucester for 8pm. - [Cirencester Social to Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-social-to-gloucester/) - We get the 882 bus which leaves Cirencester at 10.25 arriving Gloucester 11.12 return 16.40 arriving Cirencester 17.29 or there is a later 18.40 arriving 19.29 for those with a strong constitution. Contact: cirencester@midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk - [Branch Meeting - Good Beer Guide Selection Day](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/branch-meeting-good-beer-guide-selection-day/) - Members Only - [Final Four National Cider Pub Award Presentation](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/final-four-national-cider-pub-award-presentation/) - Presentation of Certificate for being the Super Regional winner, and hence the final four. - [Visit to the Old Spot, Winter Beers Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/visit-to-the-old-spot-winter-beers-festival/) - We haven't specifically chosen which days we are all going but there is a good chance of bumping into someone over the weekend. - [Gloucester Social - Churchdown Elm & Club](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gloucester-social-churchdown-elm-club/) - We will be visiting the outer edges for the first time in the branches Gloucester socials. Firstly the Old Elm, Churchdown followed by the Churchdown Social Club. - [Branch Social - Gloucester Brewery - Warehouse 4, Gloucester Docks](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/branch-social/) - We are heading to Gloucester Brewery to explore their place before hopping to another, yet to be determined venue. - [Forest of Dean Social - Tufthorn, Milkwall](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/forest-of-dean-social-tufthorn-milkwall/) - [Forest of Dean Xmas Social - Red Hart, Blaison](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/forest-of-dean-xmas-social-red-hart-blaison/) - Xmas jumper recommended! - [Forest of Dean Social - Bell, Redbrook](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/forest-of-dean-social-bell-redbrook/) - [Forest of Dean Social - Dog House, Coleford](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/forest-of-dean-social-dog-house-coleford/) - [Forest of Dean Social - Bailey Inn, Yorkley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/forest-of-dean-social-bailey-inn-yorkley/) - [The Straightforward Gloucester Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/weekly-gloucester-social-5/) - Unfortunately our original target for this social was to be the Dick Whittington's which has announced it's closure. Instead we will be heading straight to our second destination of the night, The Fountain, Gloucester. As usual later on we may or may not move onwards, depending on opinion, to any reasonable suggestion. - [Forest of Dean Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/forest-of-dean-social/) - Our next social is next Thursday 30th October at the Rising Sun, Moseley Green at 8pm. There will be more socials up to the end of the year so keep checking your e-mails and website. - [Branch Development Meeting with Brett Lanoish (RD for West Central) and Paul Sanders (RD for South East)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/branch-development-meeting-with-brett-lanoish-rd-for-west-central-and-paul-sanders-rd-for-south-east/) - Coming up is a meeting on Saturday November 1st at 12.30 pm in the Pelican. Where the Brett Lanoish our Regional Director and Paul Sanders who is Chair of the Branches Committee and Regional Director of the South East Region are coming to discuss the way forward for Mid Gloucestershire Branch and to answer any questions. - [Stroud Monthly Social to Chalford](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-social-to-chalford/) - A reminder about this Wednesday 23rd October. The social evening starting at the Butchers Arms Oakridge and The Old Neighbourhood Chalford. Meeting at the Butchers Arms about 1930ish. Looking forward to seeing you there. - [Weekly Gloucester Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/weekly-gloucester-social-4/) - It's Pub Push week and the Drunken Duck has a Green Duck tap takeover. There is a special card costing £25 which will get a half of every beer on offer. - [Weekly Gloucester Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/weekly-gloucester-social-3/) - It's Pub Push week, and Café René is just one of five venues to be pouring a specially brewed beer for the week. - [29th CAMRA Tewkesbury Winter Ales Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/29th-camra-tewkesbury-winter-ales-festival/) - [Cheltenham Ale Ambles to Bath](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cheltenham-ale-ambles-to-bath/) - This is being organised by Cheltenham CAMRA. Please contact them for more details and if you plan on joining them. - [Regional Meeting and Election of Regional Director](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/regional-meeting-and-election-of-regional-director/) - Election As this will be an election, branches will be contacted by the election administrator, Peter Bennetts (acc.glos@westcentral.camra.org.uk), informing them of the vacancy and calling for candidates. A role description is attached to this email. - [Weekly Gloucester Social - Brewhouse & Kitchen, Gloucester Docks](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/weekly-gloucester-social-brewhouse-kitchen-gloucester-docks/) - [GBG Beer Launch 2026 at the Woolpack, Slad](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gbg-beer-launch-2026-at-the-woolpack-slad/) - Will be on sale £12 to members, £16.99 non-members. - [Woodchester Mansion opens its doors to the hidden unfinished brewery](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/woodchester-mansion-opens-its-doors-to-the-hidden-unfinished-brewery/) - he unique Brewery and the Servants’ Quarters at the Mansion will be open to the public on Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th October ONLY. Come and see these hidden parts of the Mansion in the north range – where working people lived a lot less comfortably than the gentry to the south! - [The Bitter End - UB40 Beer & Music Festival (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/the-bitter-end-ub40-beer-music-festival-external/) - A Beer and Music Festival with all 10 UB40 Specials. - [The Big Pub Push - Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/the-big-pub-push-gloucester/) - [Stroud Monthly Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-6/) - [Uley Specials - Cheeky Swine Beer Launch @ Old Spot, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/uley-specials-cheeky-swine-beer-launch-old-spot-dursley/) - Cheeky Swine (New) Colour TBC ABV 4.8% Available in November Tim Ingram has been our Assistant Brewer since 2021 & this is his first ever own-recipe brew. Full details to follow later in the year – but it will be exciting! - expect something with character! - [UB40 - Harvest Special & Quiz](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/ub40-harvest-special-quiz/) - Descriptors from Uley: Harvest Special (Seasonal) Colour Amber ABV 4.0% Available in late September or early October* Harvest dependent* & hop unknown until arrival at Charles Faram to collect straight from the vine. Brewed within hours of harvesting. The fresh green hops produce a fresh, green-flavoured twist on Uley Bitter. Always popular and sells out - [Weekly Gloucester Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/weekly-gloucester-social/) - Please note that the day of the week may change. - [Dursley Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/dursley-meeting-2/) - [Stroud Social to Kingscourt](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-social-to-kingscourt/) - Another date, another social evening. Make a note Wednesday 24th September. This time the Stroud CAMRA group are going to Kingscourt. Visiting The Kings Head. Then heading back into Stroud and calling in at The Clothiers Arms. We aim to get to the Kings Head about 1930ish to sample their ale. Then getting to The - [Mid Gloucestershire Branch Business Meeting - Pelican, Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/mid-gloucestershire-branch-business-meeting-pelican-gloucester/) - [Bristol CAMRA visit Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/bristol-camra-visit-gloucester/) - A day out walking around a few pubs in Gloucester. Aiming to arrive at Gloucester station at 11.56 am with first pub from just after 12 noon to be advised. Recommended train is 11.08 am from Temple Meads, 11. 19 from Parkway, or earlier if you want to take in some tourist sights beforehand. All welcome - [Stroud Monthly Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-5/) - [Stroud Monthly Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-4/) - A key discussion point this month is choosing a date and venue for the 2026 Good Beer Guide launch which is on 25th September. All CAMRA members are welcome. Come along, drink beer whilst doing some CAMRA stuff and then get more beer and socialise with a great bunch of beer lovers. Nigel is sure - [West Central Cider Pub of the Year Award Ceremony - The Carpenter's Westrip](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/west-central-cider-pub-of-the-year-award-ceremony-the-carpenters-westrip/) - [The Crown at Ebley - Cider Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/the-crown-at-ebley-cider-festival/) - [West Central Pub of the Year Presentation](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/west-central-pub-of-the-year-presentation/) - [Stroud Social - August - Welcoming New Publicans](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-social-august-welcoming-new-publicans/) - We are on the move again. This time to welcome two new publicans to our patch. The date you need is, Wednesday 27th August. Calling in at The Kings Head King's Stanley for about 1930ish. Then onto the Old Crown, Ebley. All are welcome and all CAMRA business is banned. Just plenty of good humoured - [Stroud Monthly Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-3/) - Stroud CAMRA will be holding our regular monthly meeting (2nd Weds of the Month) at the Ale House, Stroud. @ 7:30pm. All members are Welcome. We aim to finish at 9:00pm where where we will retire to the bar social drinks. Of particular interest this month is a brief out from the inaugural meeting of the - [News & Social Branch Meeting September](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/news-social-branch-meeting-september/) - [UB40 August Beer Launch](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/1742/) - [Dursley - Old Spot Summer Beer Festival (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/dursley-old-spot-summer-beer-festival-external/) - [Mid Glos. Branch Meeting - All Members Welcome](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/mid-glos-branch-meeting-all-members-welcome/) - The newly named Mid Gloucestershire branch will be having a meeting at the Pelican, Gloucester on Tuesday night. More details shortly. We aim to be done by 9pm so we can return downstairs and continue enjoying Mike's beer selection. All members welcome. Whilst not essential, it is helpful to get in touch so we have an - [Painswick Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/painswick-social/) - Stroud CAMRA are organising another social evening. This time we are travelling to Painswick to enjoy the offerings at The Royal Oak St Marys St, and the Falcon Hotel New St. As a Painswick boy I am looking forward to it. All this is happening on Tuesday 22nd July. We aim to get to The - [Stroud August Bank Holiday Beer Festival - Prince Albert](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-august-bank-holiday-beer-festival-prince-albert/) - [Stroud Outer Fringe Festival Weekend #1 (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/outer-fringe-festival/) - [Stroud July Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-july-meeting/) - Stroud CAMRA Monthly Meeting. Reminder that our next monthly meeting will be held Wednesday, 9th July @ 19:30 in the Ale House - Stroud, your 2025 Stroud CAMRA Pub of The Year! Wanted CAMRA members to fill this room!!!!! A quieter month but of particular focus alongside regular business is the Gloucestershire branch future & renaming. We - [HogFest - Summer Edition 2025 (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/hogfest-summer-edition-2025-external/) - [RamFest - Beer & Wine Festival (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/ramfest-beer-wine-festival-external/) - [Fleece Inn, Hillesley - 13th Annual Beer Festival (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/fleece-inn-hillesley-13th-annual-beer-festival-external/) - [Meet the Brewer (External) - Spot Inn, Dursley](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/meet-the-brewer-external-spot-inn-dursley/) - [Gloucestershire CAMRA AGM](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gloucestershire-camra-agm/) - Notification of CAMRA in Gloucestershire Annual General Meeting. The Branch AGM is being held on Saturday 26th July at The Fountain Inn, 53 Westgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2NW starting at 12 noon. Members of CAMRA in the Gloucestershire branch are warmly invited to attend and vote in the AGM. The AGM's formal business is where we hear reports from Branch - [CAMRA in Stroud visit the GBBF](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/camra-in-stroud-visit-the-gbbf/) - Several members of the Stroud contingency of the branch are planning to visit the Great British Beer Festival on the Friday. Anyone interest in joining us should get in contact with Andy Burston or join the Stroud sub-Branch meeting Wednesday 9th July. The current itinerary is as follows: • Depart Stroud on 09:59 Train to - [Gloucester Social July - The Birthday Duck](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gloucester-social-july-the-birthday-duck-locations-tbc/) - The Drunken Duck turns 2! As part of the celebrations we are starting the party early on the evening of Thursday 3rd July. The upstairs room has been booked. Please let us know if you plan to attend and we look forward to seeing you there. - [Stroud Subscriptions Beer Festival 2025 (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-subscriptions-beer-festival-2025-external/) - Save the date! Join us on The Sub Rooms Forecourt for another epic Stroud Beer Festival! We believe that nothing says summer like sharing some beers with your mates whilst soaking up great tunes and (fingers crossed!) beautiful sunshine - to make it even better, it's all in the spirit of charity fundraising for the - [Tom Oliver's Cider Talk & Tasting Night (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/tom-olivers-cider-talk-tasting-night-external/) - Regarded as one of the greatest cidermakers on the planet, the “Wizard of the West” Tom Oliver has been a great friend and inspiration to us here at the Sally for many years now. Regular visitors will know his ciders have been gracing our chalkboard list for more than a decade. Based on Ocle Pychard - [Gloucester - 13th Anniversary The Pelican Inn Real Ale Festival (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gloucester-13th-anniversary-the-pelican-inn-real-ale-festival-external/) - [Stroud Monthly Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting-2/) - Meeting starts at 19:30, aiming to finish by 21:00. Followed by an hour or so casual time. All members welcome. - [Gloucestershire Branch Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gloucestershire-branch-meeting/) - Bi-monthly meeting, please get in touch if you wish to attend. - [Dursley Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/dursley-social/) - Join the Dursley sub-branch on their regular monthly meet. - [CAMRA Worcester Beer, Cider & Perry Festival 2025](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/camra-worcester-beer-cider-perry-festival-2025/) - Get Ready! The 23rd Worcester Beer, Cider & Perry Festival is BACK in 2025 Something for everyone: over 100 quality beers, ciders, and perries, listening to brilliant live bands and tucking into some tasty grub from loads of food stalls. Plus, it's a grand day out for the whole family!Whether you're a real ale enthusiast or - [Gloucester Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gloucester-social-2/) - Further to the successful social in April we are planning the next one on Thursday 5th June. We plan to alternate them between the city centre and the docks and will meet in Dr Fosters at 7.30pm before moving on to another pub or two. - [Dursley Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/dursley-meeting/) - Dursley meets on the last Tuesday of each month. Please contact the branch for details. - [Cirencester, Dursley & District Gathering](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-dursley-district-gathering/) - More details to follow, please contact either Cirencester or Dursley branches for details. - [Little Avon Brewery Open Weekend (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/little-avon-brewery-open-weekend-external/) - Following the success of their open days in April, Little Avon reopens whilst they hone in on experimenting to form their core range. - [City of Gloucester - 1 Year Anniversary Beer Festival Weekend - Black Horse, Cranham](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/city-of-gloucester-1-year-anniversary-beer-festival-weekend-black-horse-cranham/) - [City of Gloucester - Derbyshire Takeover - Thirsty Pine (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/city-of-gloucester-derbyshire-takeover-thirsty-pine-external/) - The Thirsty Pine has given us early access to the Derbyshire Takeover beer list: Derbyshire Showcase Menu May 2025 - [Stroud - Crown at Minchinhampton - August Bank Holiday Beer Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-crown-at-minchinhampton-august-bank-holiday-beer-festival/) - Details TBA - [Stroud - Hog, Horsley – Hogfest 2025](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/horsley-hogfest-2025/) - [Dursley - Old Spot Spring Beer Festival (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/dursley-old-spot-spring-beer-festival-external/) - SPRING BEER FESTIVAL! Friday 23rd, 21:00, Mike Walsh Music takes the stage with a range of rock and pop covers to get you up, dancing & beer festivalling! Saturday 24th: 18:00: Local musician Harry David makes his Old Spot debut in style! 20:30: Returning to headline our beer festival is the always brilliant Cat Amongst The Pigeons! Sunday - [Tewkesbury CAMRA Present... Fresh Standard TWAF Beer of the Festival.](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/tewkesbury-camra-present-fresh-standard-twaf-beer-of-the-festival/) - Tewkesbury CAMRA are organising a minibus trip to present the Tewkesbury Winter Ales Festival Gloucestershire Ale of the Festival certificate at Fresh Standard Brewery on 15th May. As Fresh Standard are especially opening on a Thursday night, Gloucestershire CAMRA members are welcome to come and celebrate the event. Tewkesbury group will be aiming to reach - [Cheltenham - Friends of Cheltenham Samaritans October Beer (Keg only) Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cheltenham-friends-of-cheltenham-samaritans-october-beer-keg-only-festival/) - The Ultimate Beer Festival Awaits! The countdown to our October Beer Festival is on! Get ready for all the fun of our February fest—but with a brand-new lineup of incredible brews. Picture this: crisp autumn air, bold seasonal beers, delicious food, and an unbeatable atmosphere. Whether you love hoppy IPAs, smooth lagers, or rich stouts, - [Tewkesbury CAMRA - Pub of the Year Presentation - Cobblers, Newent](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/tewkesbury-camra-pub-of-the-year-presentation-cobblers-newent/) - Trip to Cobblers, Newent to present POTY certificate and a wander round Newent. The Tewkesbury branch will be leaving Crescent at 7pm return 11pm-ish. Contact via e mail for a seat - John Roberts chair@tewkesbury.camra.org.uk Therefore the CAMRA branch will hopefully arrive by 7:30pm and be in town until 10:30pm. - [CAMRA Preview Evening - Heart of Oaks Beer Fest 2025](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/camra-preview-evening-heart-of-oaks-beer-fest-2025/) - [Rising Sun, Bream - Beer Festival (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/rising-sun-bream-beer-festival-external/) - [Beer Festival - Hearts of Oak, Drybrook (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/beer-festival-hearts-of-oak-drybrook-external/) - [Tewkesbury - Ashton Brewery TWAF Presentation](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/tewkesbury-ashton-brewery-twaf-presentation/) - We will be presenting the TWAF 2025 Overall winner of Beer of the festival certificate to Pete Clark of Ashton Brewery for Jaffa Cake 6% at the The Cross House Tavern, Tewkesbury on the 23rd April at 7:15pm. All being well Laurence will have Jaffa Cake on tap for you all to try during the - [Stroud Monthly Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-monthly-meeting/) - Stroud sub-branch holds it's monthly meeting to discuss matters at 7:30pm on the second Wednesday of the month in the Ale House, Stroud. Further information about this months meeting can be found in advance at https://stroud.camra.org.uk/ Contact as below for more details. - [Forest of Dean - 13th Real Ale & Cider Festival, Belfry Hotel (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/forest-of-dean-13th-real-ale-cider-festival-belfry-hotel-external/) - [Cirencester - Cotswold Lakes Brew Co - Bristol Beer Factory hijack weekender! (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-cotswold-lakes-brew-co-bristol-beer-factory-hijack-weekender-external/) - [Dursley - Hopticians - Spring Beer & Cider Festival (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/dursley-hopticians-spring-beer-cider-festival-external/) - [Cirencester Pub of the Year 2025 Presentation](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cirencester-pub-of-the-year-2025-presentation/) - [Rose & Crown Inn, Pop-Up Pub Event (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/rose-crown-inn-pop-up-pub-event-external/) - Our Pop-up Pub events are proving so popular, that we're planning another one! This one will be in the heart of the village, opposite the Rose & Crown Inn. Times to be confirmed, but make sure you have the date saved See you there! - [Gloucestershire Branch & Stroud Club of the Year Double Presentation](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gloucestershire-branch-stroud-club-of-the-year-double-presentation-date-tbc/) - We are pleased to be awarding Chalford Sports & Social Club not only Club of the Year for Stroud, but in a first for the area, also Club of the Year for the Gloucestershire Branch. Skittle alley is open so a featured match against the locals will no doubt ensue. - [Ale House Regional Beer Festival May 2025](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/ale-house-regional-2025-1/) - The Ale House presents the Home Counties for their Spring Bank Holiday Beer Festival 2025. - [CAMRA Great British Beer Festival 2025](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/camra-great-british-beer-festival-2025/) - The Live Beer Experience is back. Join us and discover 100s of beers from the UK and beyond at the midlands biggest beer festival. The Great British Beer Festival is relocating to Birmingham, bringing the best selection of beer, cider and perry, including new and exciting flavours to discover, from the most popular and innovative - [Cotswold Beer Festival 2025](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/cotswold-beer-festival-2025/) - Join us for the 47th Cotswold Beer Festival at the idyllic Postlip Hall and Tithe Barn. This unique festival, run entirely by volunteers, gives a warm welcome to everyone from beer buffs to music lovers alike. With over 100 real ales, 40 ciders, a variety of bottled beers, a gin & prosecco bar, an array - [North Cotswold CAMRA - Moreton In Marsh Beer Festival](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/north-cotswold-camra-moreton-in-marsh-beer-festival/) - [North Cotswold CAMRA – 23rd GWR Ale & Steam Weekend](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/north-cotswold-camra-23rd-gwr-ale-steam-weekend/) - The North Cotswold Branch of CAMRA in conjunction with the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway are holding their 23rd Ale and Steam Weekend at Winchcombe and Toddington Stations from Friday 13th June until Sunday 15th June 2025 - [City of Gloucester - Tap Takeover - Lune Brew & Accidental Brewery (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/tap-takeover-lune-brew-accidental-brewery-external/) - Join us at The Drunken Duck, Gloucester for our first Tap Takeover of 2025! We’re kicking things off in style, bringing you an epic lineup of beers from two incredible breweries: Lune Brew & Accidental Brewery. 1st – 4th May 2025 Live Music – Saturday 3rd May (TBC) What’s on tap? Lune Brew takes over our cask - [Stroud - The Prince Albert Beer Fest, Rodborough (External)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/the-prince-albert-beer-fest-rodborough-stroud/) - The Prince Albert, Rodborough - Thursday 1st - Monday 5th May - Free entry except Saturday night after 6pm (£7+). Breakfast at Timothy's - Round Corner - 3.2% Miniature Cymbals - Verdant - 3.4% Market Bitter - Round Corner - 3.4% Golden Mild - The Fresh Standard - 3.6% Bluebird - Lenton Lane - [Stroud and Gloucestershire CAMRA Cider Pub of the Year 2025 Presentation](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-and-gloucestershire-camra-cider-pub-of-the-year-2025-presentation/) - The Stroud branch of Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has awarded The Carpenters Arms at Westrip (‘Carps’) their Cider Pub of the Year accolade for 2025. This is their third consecutive win! As a result the ‘Carps’ went up against other pubs in Gloucestershire including the Pelican, Gloucester and the Hoptician in Dursley to win Gloucestershire Cider Pub - [Stroud Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/stroud-social-april/) - Everyone is welcome to join us for a night socialising beginning at the newly refurbished and reopened Bowbridge Arms before a short walk up the hill to visit the relatively new management at the Crown & Sceptre. Travel Arrangements Please get in touch if you would be unable to walk or use public transport and we can - [Gloucester Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/gloucester-social/) - It's been a while since the Gloucester subbranch has held a social. We're still without a functioning committee but we thought we'd see if there is an appetite to meet up over a few beers and visit some pubs together. The next one will start in The Thirsty Pine (5-7 Brunswick Road) at 7.30pm on - [Welcome to the new look website](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/event/welcome-to-the-new-look-website/) - Welcome to the new-look Gloucestershire Branch website. Over the coming weeks we will be restoring all the information previously available whilst introducing a way for all sub-branches to contribute their news and events. If you would like to contribute please contact one of the contacts on the main page. ## Calendar Embeds - [Sidebar Calendar](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/calendar-embed/kxvo2pYOmfu/) - [Calendar](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/calendar-embed/OeVBabMnyPI/) ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/uncategorized/) - [Awards](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/) - [Awards News](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/news-awards/) - [Cider Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/ciderpoty/) - [City of Gloucester Awards News](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/news-awards/news-awards-city-of-gloucester/) - [Gloucester Cider Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/ciderpoty/ciderpoty-gloucester/) - [Club of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/coty/) - [Dursley and District Awards News](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/news-awards/news-awards-dursley-and-district/) - [Dursley and District Cider Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/ciderpoty/ciderpoty-dursley-and-district/) - [Forest of Dean Awards News](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/news-awards/news-awards-forest-of-dean/) - [Mid Gloucestershire Awards News](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/news-awards/news-awards-midglos/) - [Mid Gloucestershire Cider Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/ciderpoty/ciderpoty-midglos/) - [Mid Gloucestershire Club of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/coty/coty-midglos/) - [Mid Gloucestershire News](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/news-midglos/) - [Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/poty/) - [Stroud Awards News](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/news-awards/news-awards-stroud/) - [Stroud Cider Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/ciderpoty/ciderpoty-stroud/) - [Stroud Club of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/coty/coty-stroud/) - [Stroud News](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/news-midglos/news-stroud/) - [Stroud Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/poty/poty-stroud/) - [Test](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/test/) - [Cirencester News](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/news-midglos/news-cirencester/) - [Cirencester Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/poty/poty-cirencester/) - [Gloucester Club of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/coty/coty-gloucester/) - [Gloucester News](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/news-midglos/news-gloucester/) - [Gloucester Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/poty/poty-gloucester/) - [Dursley and District News](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/news-midglos/news-dursley-and-district/) - [Dursley and District Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/poty/poty-dursley-and-district/) - [Forest of Dean News](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/news-midglos/news-forest-of-dean/) - [Forest of Dean Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/poty/poty-forest-of-dean/) - [Mid Gloucestershire Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/poty/poty-midglos/) - [West Central Cider Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/ciderpoty/ciderpoty-westcentral/) - [West Central Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/poty/poty-westcentral/) - [Vale of Berkeley News](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/news-midglos/news-vale-of-berkeley/) - [Volunteer Roles](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/volunteering/) - A list of vacant roles within the branch - [Brewery Liaison Officers](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/volunteering/brewery-liaison-officers/) - [Secretary](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/volunteering/secretary/) - [Area Coordinator](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/volunteering/area-coordinator/) - [Final Four Pub of the Year](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/category/awards/poty/final-four-pub-of-the-year/) ## Tags - [ACV](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tag/acv/) - [Archive](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tag/archive/) - [Campaigning](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tag/campaigning/) - [Cirencester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tag/t-cirencester/) - [Gloucester](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tag/t-gloucester/) - [Dursley & District](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tag/t-durlsey-and-district/) - [Forest of Dean](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tag/t-forest-of-dean/) - [Gloucestershire Branch](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tag/t-gloucestershire-branch/) - [Stroud](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tag/t-stroud/) - [Test](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tag/test/) - [GL2](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tag/gl2/) - [GL19](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tag/gl19/) - [Brockweir Inn](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/tag/brockweir-inn/) ## Event Categories - [Awards](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/awards/) - [CAMRA Festivals](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/camra-festivals/) - [External Events](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/external-events/) - [Forest of Dean (External Event)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/external-events/forest-of-dean-external-event/) - [Meetings](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/meetings/) - [Mid Gloucestershire Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/meetings/mid-gloucestershire-meeting/) - [Socials](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/socials/) - [Stroud (External Event)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/external-events/stroud-external-event/) - [Stroud Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/meetings/meeting-stroud/) - [Stroud Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/socials/social-stroud/) - [Test](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/test/) - [Tewkesbury Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/socials/tewkesbury-social/) - Tewkesbury CAMRA is a branch separate from Gloucestershire CAMRA. For the latest Tewkesbury diary visit: https://tewkesbury.camra.org.uk/diary - [West Central Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/meetings/meeting-westcentral/) - [Cheltenham (External Event)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/external-events/cheltenham-external-event/) - [Cirencester (External Event)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/external-events/cirencester-external-event/) - [Cirencester Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/meetings/meeting-cirencester/) - [Cirencester Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/socials/social-cirencester/) - [Gloucester (External Event)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/external-events/gloucester-external-event/) - [Dursley & District (External Event)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/external-events/dursley-district-external-event/) - [Dursley & District Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/meetings/meeting-dursley-and-district/) - [Dursley & District Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/socials/social-dursley-and-district/) - [Forest of Dean Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/socials/social-forest-of-dean/) - [Gloucester Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/socials/social-gloucester/) - [Mid Gloucestershire Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/meetings/meeting-midglos/) - [Mid Gloucestershire Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/socials/social-midglos/) - [Gloucestershire County Meeting](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/meetings/meeting-gloucestershire/) - [Cheltenham Social](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/socials/cheltenham-social/) - [Calendar](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/cal/) - [North Cotswold (External Event)](https://midgloucestershire.camra.org.uk/events/category/external-events/north-cotswold-external-event/)