Every year, we give CAMRA Awards to pubs and clubs in our Branch area. The shortlist is drawn up based on members visiting pubs and clubs and submitting beer scores, and also sending in recommendations for the next edition of the CAMRA Good Beer Guide.

Winner 2026 Pub of the Year the Happy Man Englefield Green.

Presented to landlord James Oldroyd by the bald bloke to the right, who is Branch Chair Spike, during their March Beer Festival. No doubt there will be more during the year so keep an eye on our Diary.

Winner 2026 Cider Pub of the Year the Thames Side Brewery in Staines.

Head brewer and landlord of Thames Side Brewery Andy Hayward being presented with his Certificate by Branch Cider Co-ordinator Sue. This was during his third Cider Festival, featuring some locally made ciders amongst others. Thames Side subsequently also won the County Award.

Winner 2026 Club of the Year the Egham United Services Club

Spike presenting Egham United Services Club Vice President Alan Purvis with their 2026 Club of the Year Award during their 48th Beer Festival. Club has also subsequently run the County Award, and is in Regional final three.

Lifetime Achievement - Special Award presented at the Barley Mow Shepperton

We had great pleasure in presenting this Special Award, first by our Branch in many years, to John & Clare Keary. This in recognition of a lifetime promoting real ale, pubs, and live music. In particular many years running the Barley Mow, an annual fixture in the and regular Branch Pub of the Year. Local CAMRA Rep (and regular customer) Chris did the honours.

2026 Cider Pub of the Year - Highly Commended the Olde Swan Hotel Chertsey

At our Branch Meeting in May we presented the above award, honest. Just can't find the photo at the moment....

2026 Pub of the Year - Highly Commended the Coach & Horses Chertsey

Landlady Bev being presented with her Award by Spike. A rare wet-led community local, where Fullers ESB, a rarity in these parts, makes a regular appearance on the bar.

To see last years winners, click Branch Awards 2025