I started my day in King’s Lynn, calling into a great mix of places, from the historic Lattice House with its old beams and cosy corners, to the riverside Crown & Mitre and Marriott’s Warehouse. WhataHoot added something different with its small distillery feel, while Ferry Lane Social Club and The Live & Let Live felt friendly and familiar. I also stopped at Bank House and Wenns before heading to Ely, where 3At3 and the Drayman’s Son brought a more modern touch, and the Cutter Inn rounded things off by the river. It was a really enjoyable day with great drinks, warm welcomes, and plenty to take in.
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28/03/26 – Sheffield (Neepsend and Hillsborough)
I headed over to Sheffield where I met Dave, Andy, Mike and John from CAMRA Sheffield & District, along with Niall from From Sheffield With Pubs. Dave led a pub heritage walk around Neepsend, starting at Church – Temple of Fun before passing Naomi’s Corner, Ball Street Bridge and local industrial sites. We continued through The Old Workshop, Alder and The Forest, also taking in the Ethan Lemon mural and Rutland Hall. After stopping at Heist Brew Tap and The Gardeners Rest, we passed The Victoria before heading to New Barrack Tavern, blending Sheffield’s history with a wide range of pubs and beers.
21/03/26 – Ilkley
I spent the day exploring Ilkley, starting at The Crescent and taking in its history and relaxed, welcoming feel. From there I made my way to Fuggle & Golding Tap House, then on to Bini Brew Co, where it was great to be so close to the brewing itself. Each stop offered something a little different, which kept the day interesting as I went along. The Flying Duck stood out for its cosy, traditional setting, before I continued on to Bar T’at and The Ilkley Tap, both ideal for settling in with a pint. I also stopped at Friends of Ham, which had a great atmosphere and plenty to enjoy. I then called into The Station Pub before finishing at The Ticket Office. With good beers, friendly chats and welcoming spaces throughout, it made for a full and really enjoyable day.
14/03/26 – Scarborough
I started my Scarborough pub wander at North Riding Brew Pub, then called into The Black Swan Hotel and The Spa before heading to The Alma Inn. From there I stopped at Craft Bar and Brew + Bao, both great spots for a drink. Scholars Bar was next, followed by Cask & Keg and the welcoming Valley Bar. After crossing town I dropped into the cosy Stumble Inn and the tiny Edwin’s Home Brew Beer to try a few of their own brews. My final stop was BellyRub Bar, where I enjoyed a pint and a steak wrap before catching the train home. A brilliant day exploring Scarborough’s pubs.
07/03/26 – Lincoln
I spent the day exploring Lincoln’s pubs, starting on the High Street at The Treaty of Commerce before wandering uphill toward the castle and cathedral. Along the way I stopped at a great mix of traditional pubs and small micropubs, each with its own character, from cosy historic spots like The Strugglers Inn and The Cardinal’s Hat to newer places like The Organ Grinder and The Tiny Tavern. I worked my way through a variety of cask ales and pale ales from breweries such as Batemans, Verdant and Blue Monkey, enjoying everything from classic bitters to bright, hoppy pales. It was a relaxed day discovering the city one pint at a time.
28/02/26 – Knaresborough and Hornbeam Park
I spent the day exploring a great run of pubs around Knaresborough, starting right on the station platform at The Track & Sleeper. From there I worked my way through the town, stopping at places like The Mitre, The Worlds End, Mother Shipton Inn and the Half Moon by the river. Each pub had its own character, from old stone interiors and cosy corners to bright rooms and riverside beer gardens. I enjoyed some excellent Yorkshire ales along the way and had a few friendly chats too. I finished the trip with a visit to Rooster’s Brewing Co. taproom, rounding off a relaxed day of good pubs and great beer.
21/02/26 -Blackheath, Halesowen, Netherton, Tividale and Netherton
I started out in Blackheath, calling into The Crafty Jar and Artisan Micro Bar before moving on through Halesowen, Netherton, Tividale and Quarry Bank. It turned into a proper gentle wander, hopping between micropubs, brewery taprooms and long-standing locals, each with its own story. Everywhere felt welcoming and easy to settle into, with warm rooms and friendly faces. I enjoyed some cracking ales along the way, from bright, citrusy pales to smooth, maltier classics. Highlights included chatting in historic pubs and finding lively darts corners. It was a simple day built around good beer and easy conversation.
21/02/26 – Stourbridge
Today saw me travelling around Stourbridge, calling into a brilliant mix of pubs and bars with Neil and local CAMRA friends. Each place had its own quiet story, from centuries-old coaching inns to former banks and High Street shops given new life. I enjoyed everything from crisp golden ales and smooth milds to hazy pales and even a dandelion and burdock brew. What really stayed with me though was how welcoming everywhere felt — warm rooms, easy conversation and proper pubs doing what they’ve always done best: giving people a comfortable place to meet, chat and slow down for a while.
20/02/26 – Kidderminster
I spent time visiting seven pubs around Kidderminster, and each one told a different part of the town’s story. I started at The Post House, renamed in 2022 to honour Sir Rowland Hill, which felt welcoming from the moment I walked in. Ye Olde Seven Stars, dating back to 1786, had real old-world charm. Weavers at Park Lane, set in a listed canal-side building, was full of character. Bear & Wolf brought a modern micropub feel, while Weavers Real Ale House was compact and friendly. The Chester Tavern felt like a proper classic pub, and I finished at The King & Castle, proudly tied to the railway.
20/02/26 – Bewdley
My day in Bewdley was spent wandering between eight welcoming pubs and bars, each with its own story to tell. From the 250-year-old Real Ale Tavern, once a bank, to the timber-framed Black Boy dating back to the 1400s, there was history at every stop. The Great Western nodded to the town’s railway past, while The Old Waggon & Horses and Orilla reflected Bewdley’s trading days. Bewdley Brewery brought local brewing back to life, and newer additions like Weavers sat comfortably alongside long-standing favourites. I was met with friendly faces, good conversation and excellent cask ales throughout.
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