June 2021 news
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.
July 2020 news
Here's an update on the latest news and information from West London branch of CAMRA for July 2020. Further news can be found in the June/July edition of 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. Please check the CAMRA website for details and updates.
Branch and regional CAMRA news
- CAMRA has launched a virtual pub online - the Red (On)Lion
- The June/July issue of 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 beginning to reopen! Not all pubs have reopened yet and opening hours may have changed in those which are open. We're not back to normal though. Social distancing means that restrictions can be expected including limits on groups and possibly a requirement to book a table in advance. Please follow government guidance when visiting pubs and keep safe!
- WhatPub has details of pubs offering takeaway and delivery services during the pandemic. We have begun to add some Covid-19 updates to pubs following the relaxation of the lockdown, but please note that we have not been able to go out and survey pubs, and the updates are only available for some pubs (select "Only show venues with information about COVID-19 temporary arrangements"). Details such as beer range may not be correct. It is recommended that you check the pub's website or social media accounts before making a visit.
- 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 or collection from pubs and breweries.
- CAMRA's Pulling Together website has details of other breweries offering takeaway and 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.
November 2020 news
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. Please check the CAMRA website for details and updates.
Branch and regional CAMRA news
- 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 closed until 3 December (except for pre-ordered takeaway or delivery services where these are being offered).
- WhatPub has details of pubs offering takeaway and delivery services during the pandemic. We have tried to update the current situation in pubs on WhatPub as much as possible, but please note that we're not able to survey all pubs, and details may not be fully updated due to the changing situation. It is recommended that you check the pub's website or social media accounts before making a visit.
- 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 or collection from pubs and breweries.
- CAMRA's Pulling Together website has details of other breweries offering takeaway and 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.
Late December 2020/January 2021 news
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. Please check the CAMRA website for details and updates.
Branch and regional CAMRA news
- 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
- The Tier 4 regulations now mean that pubs, bars and clubs have to close "with the exception of providing food and drink for takeaway (until 11pm), click-and-collect, drive-through or delivery".
- 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 or collection from pubs and breweries.
- CAMRA's Pulling Together website has details of other breweries offering takeaway and 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.
Coronavirus update
Hullo folks:
In light of the latest Government advice to avoid social contact, all scheduled CAMRA West London Branch events are cancelled with immediate effect.
This includes this Thursday's social at the Willow Walk, the pub walk on March 31st and all our announced branch meetings and socials in April and May, including the Annual General Meeting, which is postponed to later in the year. When we are able to do so, we will announce new dates for all these events.
To avoid the looming health catastrophe, all citizens are now being urged to change their normal lives drastically and to follow the official advice about the Coronavirus.
We very much hope that they and we will be able to “resume normal service” at the earliest possible opportunity.
Meanwhile, good luck and good health to all reading this. Stay safe.
Les Maggs, Branch Chairman
Paul Charlton, Branch Contact
Stuart Duncan, Branch Social Secretary

