Chelmsford and Mid-Essex

Branch Diary

For social bookings email socialsecretary@chelmsford.camra.org.uk or contact Martin Joy on 07878 624443 (Social Secretary). Last minute arrivals may be accepted at some events but for most pre-booking is advised.

We use self-drive Minibuses driven by CME members and volunteers where possible. With Minibus hire we are unfortunately only allowed to take CAMRA members on these trips. Spaces are limited to 16 per Minibus.

Non-members who wish to attend members only trips are encouraged to consider joining CAMRA.

Please note that for over-subscribed events we reserve the right to give priority to CME Branch members over members of other Branches or non-members.

NB-For future events we will be using public transport where possible and taking advantage of £3 bus fares.


Beer Cuisine Evening

Thursday, 6th November

Updated

After last year's success the Beer Cuisine evening will again be held at The Viper, Mill Green on Thursday 6th November at 7.15pm for 7.45.
Chef Alfie and his team have been working hard to create this bespoke 3 course menu at a cost of £35 per head. Beers and ciders used in this menu will be available to purchase at the bar alongside the regular cask beers.
Please send menu choices to Julie Chandler ku.gro.armac.drofsmlehc@armac.

A £10 deposit per head should be sent to :
CAMRA - Chelmsford and Mid Essex Branch
a/c number : 61116368
sort code : 30-99-50
using reference Beer Cuisine 2025.

Both menu choices and deposits need to be received by latest Monday 27th October. This event is open to CAMRA and non CAMRA members, it promises to be an evening of delicious food, excellent beers and great company. Hope to see you all there.


Branch Committee Meeting

Tuesday 11th November, 8pm. Endeavour, Springfield

The Endeavour - Essex CAMRA County Pub of the Year 2023

Trip to Bamberg, Germany

Friday 14th - Monday 17th November 2025

After discussion and some good feedback from members who were interested in doing this trip, a proposed date has been finalised: Click image for more Bamberg information. Dates will be from Friday 14th November to Monday 17th November 2025.

We are venturing to Germany to visit Bamburg and Nuremburg where there is an abundance of Breweries and various beer styles. They certainly love their beer in Franconia. Still flights and accommodation available if you fancy joining us.



Click Here for the full details of this trip.

Branch AGM

Wednesday 19th November, 8pm for 8:30pm. Brewhouse & Kitchen - in Anne Knight Suite

Please bring your membership card.

The list of Committee posts and reports, when received, can be found here.


Branch Committee Meeting

Tuesday 2nd December, 8pm. Tulip, Springfield


Pig's Ear Beer Festival

Tuesday 2nd - 6th December

Unfortunately, no minibus to this event this year due to lack of numbers - but please make your own arrangements to visit this brilliant festival, held at the round Chapel in Hackney.


Visit to Colchester Brewery Open Day

Saturday 6th December.

We plan to visit by train, if they are running. Times to be confirmed.


Proposed Date for Christmas Meal - usually 1pm

Venue and details to be confirmed.


Branch Social and Christmas Party

Fancy dress optional.

Wednesday 17th December, 8pm. Endeavour, Springfield

The Endeavour - Essex CAMRA County Pub of the Year 2023

Yuletide Sunday Stagger

Sunday 28th December, Midday. Alehouse, Chelmsford

Meet at 12 midday at the Alehouse then onto a few other worthwhile drinking establishments for a bit of yuletide fun.


These are all subject to change and not been arranged as yet but gives an idea of what we will be doing 2026.
Martin.




Visit to Colchester by Train

TBC

Saturday 31st January. Including visit to their Winter Beer Festival



Passport to Pimlico

TBC

Saturday 21st February.

By Train - Visit to the pubs in and around Vauxhall to Victoria and Pimlico

The Endeavour - Essex CAMRA County Pub of the Year 2023

Trip to Maldon

TBC

Saturday 14th March.

By Bus, we'll visit Maldon and try out the many good pubs they have.

Ale House

RealAle Runabout

TBC

Saturday 28th March.

By Minibus - visiting some of the more rural pubs in our branch area. Members only- Please Book your place asap.

Good Friday Ramble

TBC

Friday 3rd April.

12pm Start at the Horse and Groom at Galleywood Common then venture into town visiting pubs on the way Including The Fox + Hounds, Clay Pidgeon, Sir Evelynn Wood and then into Moulsham Street, finishing off at the Woolpack where we are hoping they'll have their Easter Beer Festival.


Visit to Norwich

TBC

Saturday 18th April.

By train - we will be visiting the best pubs in and around the area of Norwich known as the Golden Triangle. Including a visit to the Fat Cat in West End Street.

Essex POTY Judging Trip

TBC

Saturday 25th April.

By Minibus - Members Only Visiting the best pubs in Essex to Judge for the Essex pub of the year.


Visit to Harwich

TBC

Saturday 9th May.

By Train - Postponed from last year, we are hoping to visit this historic Town.


Weekend visit to Liverpool

TBC

Friday 29th May to Sunday 31st May Visit to Liverpool

Probably by Train, but possibly by Minibus. A chance to visit this great City with its many wonderful and historic pubs.

The Railway Tavern

Possible trip to Isle of Wight Beer Festival - dates to be confirmed.

Trip to Kent

TBC - Saturday 4th July

By train - and then Loop Bus Route - Hoping to Visit the Isle of Thanet and its many great pubs and micropubs In Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs.