Category: Branch News

The Railway Broadheath re-opens

After being closed for a long time, and having received a sympathetic refurbishment which has preserved the original features the Railway in Broadheath has re-opened as an Irish themed pub

Inside has been cleaned and re-painted. The original seating has been retained and re-covered. Some missing arms have been wonderfully reproduced and replaced. The lounge has had the carpeting removed to reveal original oak parquet flooring.  The fireplace is as was with the mirror and a real fire. There are now TVs for sport.

The kitchen has been replaced and food will be available soon. The toilets have been tiled and painted

Outside additional seating has been provided with six picnic tables and umbrellas along the side of the building.

Jerry the landlord says  he plans is to have two Real Ales, one from Brakespears range and Marstons Pedigree.

So its good to have positive news about one of the branches oldest pubs, especially one thats on the Camra National Herritage Pubs list.


Source: Trafford & Hulme

Bolton CAMRA Social – Saturday 21st August 2021

Our first social since lockdown started last year. This time we are visiting Bolton to support our local pubs instead of going further afield. The plan is to meet at 12.00 at our first venue, The Vaults. Pubs to be visited are as follows:

Great Ale at The Vaults: Vaults Below Market Place, Bolton, BL1 2AL

The Greyhound: 146 Deansgate, Bolton, BL1 1BB

One for the Road: Stalls F14 to F15 Ashburner Street Lifestyle Hall, Bolton, BL1 1TJ

Northern Monkey: Nelson Square, Bolton, BL1 1AQ

Old Three Crowns:    14 Deansgate, Bolton, BL1 1BR

We can expect good quality cask ales  from all pubs mentioned.

It would be good if we have an idea of the number of people joining the social. If you are planning to attend can you please either text me on 07967 585670  or drop me an email on social@bolton.camra.org.uk

Look forward to seeing you

Gill Smart

Social Secretary


Source: Bolton CAMRA Pub News

The All Party Parliamentary Pub Group

The Pubs APPG is a group of MPs from across parliament, and our goal is to promote and campaign for the interests of pubs, landlords and the communities around these pubs both in Westminster and beyond.

Today, with the support of CAMRA, we’re launching an Inquiry.

We want to listen to you and make recommendations to the Government about the best ways to support pubs in the coming months.

I want to ask you to take part and make your voice heard. You can get involved on our website by taking a short survey, just click on the link here.


Source: Bolton CAMRA Pub News

Pubs and Clubs Open from April

Member Jim Brunt has produced a very useful and welcome map showing you which pubs are open from April 17th. Click on the link to take you to the map. A few caveats – we arent yet aware of the status of some pubs, but we will update as soon as people tell us they are open, or members inform us a pub is open. Also some pubs are operating a booking system so its best to call them before you visit – you could be disappointed.

https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1jRPI59Q0-vRn_VcRkBf0h9s4QCUWC46T&ll=53.577386552346326%2C-2.1924736677747947&z=11

Many thanks to Jim for his hard work.


Source: Rochdale, Oldham & Bury Branch News

Branch Pubs which have re-opened

These are the Branch pubs which we understand have reopened for outdoor-service since 12th April. This information is our best knowledge but we can’t guarantee it is correct.  Please check opening times and booking arrangements before you go.  Be aware that you need to check in or sign in for test and trace so please be prepared and be patient with bar staff. 

Please keep us informed of other reopened pubs at pubs@bolton.camra.org.uk
If you do visit a pub try to order a fresh cask beer if available and give it a score on whatpub.com

Alma Inn
Barristers/Swan
Hen & Chickens
York
Northern Monkey (from Friday)
Victoria Inn (Fanny’s), Markland Hill
Bob’s Smithy Inn (from Friday)
Beaumont Arms, Ladybridge
Waggon & Horses, Westhoughton
White Lion, Westhoughton
Robert Shaw, Westhoughton
Cherry Tree, Blackrod
Goose & Gander, Blackrod
Red Lion, Blackrod
Poacher, Blackrod
Beeley’s, Horwich
Original Bay Horse, Horwich
Blundell Arms, Horwich
Jolly Crofters, Horwich
Brewery Bar, Horwich 
Tails and Ale, Horwich (from Saturday)
Wayoh Brewing Co, Horwich
Crofters, Bradshaw
Railway, Bromley Cross
Nook & Cranny, Bromley Cross
Spread Eagle, Bromley Cross
White Horse, Harwood
The Thomas Egerton
Mosley Arms, Breightmet
Britannia, Farnworth
Market St Tavern, Stoneclough
Grapes, Stoneclough
Kearsley & Ringley Conservative Club (members only)
Horseshoe, Ringley
Unity Brook Inn, Kearsley
Wilton Arms, Belmont

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Source: Bolton CAMRA Pub News

Pub beer gardens opening

Across the country, pubs are now permitted to serve in outdoor areas only (with “outdoor” being defined the same as for smoking areas – if space has a roof, 50% of more of the walls must be open). Thankfully councils across the region are also allowing extended use of pavements and closed streets.

CAMRA branches across the region have been actively updating the listings on WhatPub.com with information on which pubs are opening when, which pubs require bookings and who is welcoming “walk ups”.

Click here to see listings for across Greater Manchester…

PULLING TOGETHER

It’s table service only everywhere and all customers must either check in using the NHS Test and Trace app or log their contact details with the pub for Test & Trace purposes. These aren’t the pub’s rule, it’s the governments – so please don’t argue with their server.

Wrap up warm – hopefully it will warm up soon.

Good Beer Guide 2022 Selection Process

In order to support Pubs and Clubs CAMRA are planning to publish a Good Beer Guide for 2022 but with a 20% reduction in entries.

As its not possible to hold a meeting to select our entries the Branch is E-Mailing the voting forms our members. 

If you have not received your forms you can e-mail treasurer <at> thcamra.org.uk with your name and membership number she will forward you a form.

Note:-

If are a Branch Member and you did not receive a form its possible your contact details held by HQ are incorrect, or your preferences exclude Branch E-Mails.

If you are a member and wish to receive branch e-mails visit the members dashboard:-

https://camra.org.uk/my-membership/

and check under “my membership” that your E-Mail address and Branch stored by CAMRA are correct and that under “Marketing Preferences”  you have ticked the e-mail option next to “I wish to be contacted by my local CAMRA branch on local events and activities.” If you are undable to access the dashboard then you can ring the membership team on 01727 798440.


Source: Trafford & Hulme

Manchester Pubs Matter Beer Festival

MPMF Logo light background 1The pandemic has ruled out Manchester Beer & Cider Festival returning to the city in 2021. But for beer lovers in the city and beyond, the loss of the physical festival is the least of our worries.

Pubs up and down the country have been struggling to eek out any kind of existence since the first lockdown closed all their doors back in March 2020. And Greater Manchester’s pubs have been under lockdown or severe restrictions more than anywhere else in the country.

At Manchester Beer and Cider festival we love beer and cider. But it was the pubs that let us discover the great ales and gorgeous ciders while socialising with friends and family. Pubs are a vital part of our social fabric and we want to say as loud as we can that PUBS MATTER.

So at Manchester Beer and Cider Festival we have  teamed up with five of Greater Manchester’s finest pubs to bring you the Manchester Pubs Matter Festival.

The Manchester Pubs Matter Festival will run from Wednesday 17th to Saturday 20th February 2021. 

For details of how to participate see the MBCF web site

https://mancbeerfest.uk/what-is-the-manchester-pubs-matter-festival/


Source: Trafford & Hulme

CAMRA’s Golden Awards

To celebrate, CAMRA wants to recognise 50 people, groups of people or businesses that have made a significant contribution to CAMRA’s aims. 

Do you know any person or business you think worthy of a nomination? These do not need to be CAMRA members, but anyone who in the past 50 years has gone above and beyond to further the aims of CAMRA. It could be a publican, brewer/producer, pub/club champion, or a campaigner for beer, cider or perry for example.

Nominations are now open and will close on 16 March 2021 (our 50th anniversary).  For details see: https://camra.org.uk/50-years/golden-awards/ 

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Source: Bolton CAMRA Pub News