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Merlin Brewing, picking up their Bronze Award for Dragonslayer, in the 2026 Champion Beer of Britain competition. Photos by Robert Shore

Sean Ayling of Tom’s Tap and Brewhouse and Damian Doherty of Emperor’s Brewery on how VAT, and VAT charged on beer duty, squeezes small brewers and bars, and why strong beers face a tax cliff at 8.5% ABV.

The Champion Beer of Britain (CBoB) regional judging for the Premium Bitters category took place this year at our very own Crewe Rail Ale Festival. Judges selected three excellent beers…

Middlewich Beer Festival, hosted at the Middlewich Royal British Legion on Friday 23rd / Saturday 24th October.

We’re back! Come along to the Crewe Heritage Centre from Friday 4th September to Sunday 6th. We have a terrific range of beers, ciders and perries ready to go. Check…

One of our own South Cheshire breweries has once again proved that quality travels well. It’s always gratifying when a beer we already know and love earns wider recognition, and…

📣NEWS JUST IN!📣 Fresh from last month’s incredible celebration for The Lodge Inn, South Cheshire CAMRA Pub of the Year 2026 win and… The Lodge Inn has won the Cheshire…

We’re on the road again — this time for a short jolly by train to explore some of Wigan’s finest real ale pubs. If you haven’t visited before, Wigan boasts…

After a 12 month break, we are back with CRAF 2026! We are still working on the details, but you can expect the usual easy going festival, with a selection…