Ale

Exmoor

Somerset Beer Brand Revived Months After Brewery Closure

A cherished Somerset beer brand has been given a new lease on life after the closure of its original brewery. After Exmoor Ales ceased brewing at its Golden Hill site in Wiveliscombe earlier this year “with a heavy heart,” …

By Charles Bowser · · 3 min read

Pub

A Charming Countryside Pub Hidden Next to the M4 Motorway

The hospitality industry is facing tough challenges, with over a thousand bars, restaurants, pubs, and clubs closing since last October. But stepping into The White Horse at Hambrook, you’d hardly believe it. On a busy …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Camra

CAMRA Launches 2025 Somerset Pub Trail Invitation

Adventure-loving beer enthusiasts are invited to take part in the Campaign for Real Ale’s (CAMRA) 2025 Somerset Pub Trail, running now through Saturday, September 13. This annual event offers a unique opportunity to discover …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Pub

Stunning Somerset Pub Without a Bar Named 'Britain's Quirkiest'

Pubs have long been at the heart of British social life, with over 45,000 venues across the UK offering locals and visitors alike a place to unwind. Among these, one stands out for its distinctive character and vintage …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Pub

The Royal Oak: A Pub Revival Story

The Royal Oak, a historic pub in Bath, has defied the odds by not only surviving but thriving in the modern age. Once on the brink of demolition, the pub has now been crowned the overall Branch Pub of the Year for 2025 by the …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read