Events

Dec
18
Tue
Christmas Charity Singalong @ Whittle Taps
Dec 18 @ 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm

The annual Cheltenham CAMRA Charity Singalong takes place at a new venue this year (and new entry into the 2019 GBG), the Whittle Taps.

Once again, Gren will be on the piano to lead us in seasonal (and not so seasonal) tunes.

We will be raising money for the Midlands Air Ambulance, so don’t forget to buy your raffle tickets. Any prizes you’d like to donate would be gratefully accepted.

Jun
1
Sat
South West Region Campaigning Day
Jun 1 @ 7:30 am – 9:15 pm

A campaigning visit to EAST CORNWALL

SCHEDULE FOR THE DAY:

Cheltenham to Plymouth, departing at either 07:26, arriving at 10:26 or 07:52 arriving at 10:45. Please check National Rail enquiries for further details and prices.

Connect with the Plymouth to Gunnislake train at 10:54. Transport will then be provided from Gunnislake Station to the White Hart, Chilsworthy.

The White Hart, Chilsworthy is Kernow CAMRA’s Pub Of The Year. Presentation of POTY Award, followed by a complementary buffet.

THEN VENTURE OUT TO SOME WONDERFUL CORNISH PUBS BY A SERIES OF SHUTTLE BUSES:

Including: The Rising Sun Inn, Gunnislake; The Tamar Inn, Calstock; The Boot Inn, Calstock and the Carpenter’s Arms, Metherell.

We then depart the White Hart at 17:15 by shuttle bus to Gunnislake Station.

Train from Gunnislake Station (17.29) to Plymouth Station (18:14).

The return train from Plymouth departs at 18:25, arriving into Cheltenham at 21:09. Please note, this is the last train of the day!

Nov
23
Sat
South West Regional Meeting – Bristol @ Famous Royal Navy Volunteer
Nov 23 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE

To coincide with Bristol and District’s ‘Mild Ale Promotion’ Campaign, the next South West Regional Meeting, hosted by Bristol and District Branch, will be on Saturday 23rd November at the Famous Royal Navy Volunteer in King Street, Bristol BS1, starting at 12.30.

The meeting will be followed by tour of appropriate pubs in Bristol.

It’s about a 20 minute walk from Bristol Temple Meads station to the venue, so we’d recommend getting the 10:52 train (arrives 11:38). A day return costs £10.00.

Jan
28
Tue
Charity Cheque Presentation-CANCELLED @ Brewhouse & Kitchen
Jan 28 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL

We will presenting a cheque to Midlands Air Ambulance for the money raised at CRAF 19  and the Charity Singalong at Brewhouse & Kitchen.

Feb
15
Sat
South West Regional Meeting @ Kings Arms
Feb 15 @ 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

The South West Regional Meeting will take place at the Kings Arms in Swindon on Saturday 15th February at the Kings, 20 Wood Street, Swindon SN1 4AB, starting at 12.30pm.

The Kings will be supplying a buffet for anyone who would like to eat there. The buffet will cost £7.50 per head and should be booked in advance with contact@swindon.camra.org.uk by Monday 10th February. Payment will be collected on the day.

Jun
13
Sat
South West Regional Meeting CANCELLED @ Wyvern Club
Jun 13 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

Subject to the lifting of restrictions on gatherings, the June South West Regional Meeting will be hosted by the Somerset Branch and will take place on Sat 13th June at the Wyvern Club, Taunton. 12.30 start.

On the agenda will be the election of the Regional Director for the South West.

Nov
28
Sat
South West Regional Meeting
Nov 28 @ 10:30 am – 1:30 pm

Next regional meeting will take place on Saturday 28th November.

Decision on whether this is a virtual meeting via MS Teams or face-to-face but
with limited numbers will be made nearer time.

Oct
23
Sat
South West Regional Meeting @ On line event
Oct 23 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

The October South West Regional meeting will once again be a virtual affair.

If any members have issues they would like raised please let us know.

Jul
2
Sat
South West Regional Meeting @ Wyvern Club
Jul 2 @ 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm

The South West Regional Meeting will take place on Saturday 2nd July at the Wyvern Club in Taunton.

Aug
25
Fri
Royal Summer Festival @ The Royal
Aug 25 – Aug 28 all-day

Over the August Bank Holiday The Royal Charlton Kings will be holding their annual Royal Summer Festival and the sounds of some of the best live music in Cheltenham.

Our ale and cider bar will be here from Friday 25th onwards and we’ll be firing up the pizza oven over the weekend, plus a BBQ on Monday.

Sunday 27th at 3.30pm sees the return of our annual Dog Show. We are delighted that Murphy’s Dog Grooming is supporting and judging the event. The fun categories include ‘Waggiest Tail’, ‘Prettiest Lady’, ‘Most Handsome Chap’, ‘Best Rescue’ and ‘Top Junior Handler’. Then we have a real musical treat at 5pm when we are joined by Monkey Jam. If you still have the energy left, our famous Mega Quiz takes place at 8pm. (£2 per person, teams up to six, with big prizes on offer).

A host of magnificent musicians join us on Monday 28th from 2pm onwards, with Hambling & Lloyd, the Rhythm SlingersMark Walby Duo, the Steel Weasels and SlowJin. Plus, there’s plenty to entertain the little ones with children’s craft activities, Cheltenham Face Painting and the ever brilliant Music Man at 3pm.

The Summer Festival is free to attend and we are once again raising funds for our friends at Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice. So, join in the fun and help raise some vital funds at the same time.