On Saturday 1 November, members from Croydon & Sutton branch, Bromley, and SW London were welcomed by South Herts members Ben Wilkinson (centre, second from front) and Emily Ryans (right). We visited several fine pubs in St. Albans, mainly those which are in the Good Beer Guide 2026.

Pubs visited were the Great Northern, the Beehive, White Hart Tap, Garibaldi, Boot Inn, Lower Red Lion, Farriers Arms, Mermaid and Robin Hood. Thank you to Ben and Emily, and the other S. Herts members for being such welcoming hosts. (Photo: John Butler)

In September 2025, Sutton United Football Club were delighted to receive an award from St Austell Brewery in recognition of their great quality Tribute. A certificate was received in recognition of the great quality beer that is well-kept and served perfectly every time. Well done to Louise Pressley, Bar Manager at SUFC on this achievement.

Photos: Bob Bone

On Thursday 29 May branch chair David Lands presented the Sutton Borough Pub of the Year certificate to the Hope, Carshalton. Frankie and Brock received the award on behalf of the pub.

‘Pubcat Hope’ said on Facebook: “Many thanks to @croydoncamra for our award last night - nice to know we are still doing something right! Our kitchen crew emerged from the depths to accept it this year, because they deserve some love too.”

On Saturday 26 April, along with North & East Surrey branch, we enjoyed a tour of 3 micropubs, the Golden Ark, Selsdon, Ales on the Green, Warlingham, and the Radius Arms, Whyteleafe. The picture shows Croydon & Sutton and North & East Surrey members enjoying the beer at the Golden Ark.