CAMRA | Campaign For Real Ale

CAMRA, champion of real ale and British pubs

CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) is an organisation that promotes real ale, cider and perry, as well as the pubs that serve these drinks. Its work combines defending brewing heritage with publishing guides, organising events and offering benefits to its members.

Good Beer Guide and other publications

The organisation publishes the Good Beer Guide, whose 54th edition (2027) is available. It also publishes Beer magazine and other informational materials.

Member benefits

CAMRA members gain access to a discount scheme at more than 3,600 pubs across the UK and to real ale, cider and perry vouchers redeemable at over 1,200 pubs. Membership includes additional benefits and options such as gift memberships.

Events and festivals

CAMRA organises and promotes beer and cider festivals across the country. Notable events include the Nottingham Robin Hood Beer & Cider Festival (7-10 October 2026) and the St Albans Beer & Cider Festival (23-26 September 2026). The organisation also has more than 220 local branch locations.

Awards and campaigns

The organisation presents awards such as the Champion Beer of Britain, which in the edition shown recognised Bristol Beer Factory - Independence (gold), Cairngorm - Wildcat (silver) and Driftwood Spars - Alfie's Revenge (bronze). It also recognises the Cider & Perry Pub of the Year, awarded to Blackfriars Tavern in Great Yarmouth. In its campaigning work, CAMRA runs campaigns to protect local pubs, promote responsible drinking and improve beer and cider legislation.