Here's an update on the latest news and information from West London branch of CAMRA. Further news can be found in the London Drinker.
Branch events
- Branch events continue to be on hold until further notice.
Other CAMRA events
- All CAMRA events continue to be on hold until further notice (except online events). Please check the CAMRA website for details and updates.
Branch and regional CAMRA news
- We regret to announce the sad news of the death of branch chairman Les Maggs following a fall at home. A tribute to him is included in London Drinker.
- CAMRA has launched a virtual pub online - the Red (On)Lion
- The London Drinker is out online with news about pubs and CAMRA. Due to the current situation it is online only.
Pub and brewery news
- Pubs are now open including indoor areas with social distancing and other measures to stop the spread of the virus. Restrictions on groups (up to six people or two households are allowed indoors) apply. Before making a visit, it would be wise to check pub websites or their social media accounts before visiting to confirm whether there are any restrictions eg any booking requirements. Due to the changing situation, details in WhatPub may not always be up-to-date.
- The rebuilt Carlton Tavern reopened on 12 April! The story about the pub reopening after it was illegally demolished six years ago has been recently covered in various newspapers (eg the Observer and Morning Advertiser) and websites.
- Portobello Brewery is offering a home delivery service with a variety of their beers available. For full details see their Facebook page. They are offering free delivery within the M25.
- CAMRA has launched a website and mobile phone app Brew to You to help you order beer for delivery from pubs and breweries.
- CAMRA's Pulling Together website has details of other breweries offering delivery services.
For the latest news check out our Facebook and Twitter pages! Also for news from CAMRA across London see London Drinker, and the London CAMRA Facebook page.
