Campaign for Real Ale South Cheshire
Celebrating and supporting our pubs, breweries and community. Serving Crewe, Nantwich, Sandbach, Alsager, Middlewich and Winsford.
Celebrating South Cheshire Pubs & Breweries
Our branch covers the vibrant southern central area of the county, including the historic towns of Crewe, Sandbach, Alsager, Nantwich, Middlewich and Winsford, championing the pubs and breweries that make South Cheshire such a great place for real ale. From the railway heritage of Crewe to the medieval architecture of Nantwich, we stand up for the beer community. Preserving the tradition of real ale, while supporting the innovation, diversity and inclusive spirit that keep it thriving. Our mission is to protect and promote real ale, cider and perry, for everyone who loves a great pint.
Good Beer Guide 2027
The 54th edition of the Good Beer Guide is the authoritative guidebook to good pubs that serve real ale across the UK. Find out more about the Good Beer Guide, and how pubs get into it, on our Good Beer Guide page.
Find out moreUpcoming Events
Join us for branch meetings, socials, beer festivals, and more across South Cheshire.
Branch Meeting – Hops, Crewe
Branch Meeting from 19:45 (upstairs). All members welcome.
Find out moreDudley Winter Ales Fayre
Celebrating forty years of DWAF and fifty years of the Dudley & South Staffordshire CAMRA branch. This year’s beer range includes golden and ruby real ales specially selected to mark the occasion. Thursday: 12:00pm…
Find out moreCAMRA Members Weekend – Chester
Find out moreBranch News
Highlights, updates, and stories from across South Cheshire’s real ale scene.
Merlin Brewing Wins Bronze in Champion Beer of Britain (Premium Bitters)
Merlin Brewing, picking up their Bronze Award for Dragonslayer, in the 2026 Champion Beer of Britain competition. Photos by Robert Shore
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South Cheshire CAMRA Pub of the Season – Autumn 2026 – Duke of Gloucester, Crewe
Duke of Gloucester, Crewe — Pub of the Season Autumn 2026 · Photo by Gemma Grimes
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VAT’s the Problem: Stop taxing tax
Sean Ayling of Tom’s Tap and Brewhouse and Damian Doherty of Emperor’s Brewery on how VAT, and VAT charged on beer duty,…
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South Cheshire CAMRA Community Pub Award – The Linley, Alsager
The Linley, Alsager — Community Pub Award 2026 · Photo by Simon Turner
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Middlewich Beer Festival 2026
Middlewich Beer Festival, hosted at the Middlewich Royal British Legion on Friday 23rd / Saturday 24th October.
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South Cheshire CAMRA Club of the Year 2026 – Elworth Cricket Club
Elworth Cricket Club, Elworth — Club of the Year 2026 · Photo by Gemma Grimes
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Celebrating Excellence in South Cheshire
Pub of the Year 2026 — Winner
The Lodge Inn, Alsager
Recognised for outstanding quality and service as the branch’s premier destination for real ale.
Pub of the Year 2026 — Runner-up
Dysart Arms, Bunbury
A highly commended destination for real ale enthusiasts.
Pub of the Year 2026 — Runner-up
Hops Belgian Bar, Crewe
Consistently delivering excellence in a unique and welcoming environment.