What's On

Local Events such as Beer Festivals, Walks, Branch Meetings & SOCIAL EVENTS are all listed here.

April Pay day Friday - a pdf day! Friday 24 April 2026 19:00 Moon & Spoon

For 2026 we are are going to move the monthly pdf social around different pubs

A chance to wind down with like minded friends at the popular bar.
Barleycorn Bank Holiday Beer Festival Friday 1 – Monday 4 May 2026 Barleycorn

There will be a social on Saturday from 1pm hosted by Steve.

Come and join in the fun over the Bank Holiday weekend. There will be 40+ ales & ciders.

Bouncy Castle - Sat & Sun, live music Fri/Sat/Sun & a BBQ on Saturday.

Check their FB; https://www.facebook.com/thebarleycorncippenham/

For those who haven't been to the Barleycorn before Bus Route 5 from Slough stops a matter of yards away from the pub (which is by Cippenham Pond) and takes around 25 minutes, but runs until 23.00. The 704 runs along the A4. Another option is to catch the train to Burnham and the Barleycorn is about 20 minutes walk from Burnham Railway Station.
May Lunchtime Social at the Bear, Maidenhead Thursday 7 May 2026 12:30 Bear
THIS BRANCH SOCIAL is hosted by Bob & Ann.

Join Bob & Ann for the first Thursday of the month lunchtime social at the Bear from 12.30pm..

Meet upstairs. All welcome.
May Branch Meeting at the Craufurd Arms Wednesday 13 May 2026 19:30 Craufurd Arms

We are always looking for members to get involved no matter how little time you can devote.
May Third Thirsty Thursday Social at the Bear, Maidenhead Thursday 21 May 2026 19:30 Bear
THIS BRANCH SOCIAL is hosted by Bob & Ann.

Meet upstairs. All welcome.
White Horse, Hedgerley, Whitsun Beer Festival Friday 22 – Monday 25 May 2026 White Horse
ON SATURDAY 23rd THERE IS BRANCH SOCIAL from 1pm hosted by Alan (07864 020570).

Our many times winner of the branch Pub Of The Year are holding their famous Whitsun Beer Festival again, with many beers & ciders over the weekend.

Please note the information below is from last year.

Open times: 11 to 11pm Fri & Sat.. Noon to 10.00pm on Sunday & 11 to 10pm Mon. Where will be 75 rare and one off real ales from around the UK, plus Ciders, Perries and draught foreign beer.

BBQ available Saturday from 5 to 9pm and Monday noon to 3pm. weather permitting.

Large garden, beer tent & extra parking.

Check their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/whitehorsehedgerley/
Maidenhead Craft Beer Festival Saturday 23 – Sunday 24 May 2026 Maidenhead United Football Club

A locally-run celebration of the independent beer scene across the UK to kickstart summer!

A celebration of the independent beer scene in the UK with a range of fantastic breweries, delicious street food and a lineup of live DJs across the weekend. Just 5 minutes from the Elizabeth Line!

This year we're expanding from 10 to 13 producers with at least 60 craft beers from some of the UK's very best, plus dedicated cider producers, gin, cocktails and more

Tickets £15 - you'll get an exclusive festival glass and access to the event site for your chosen session, plus programme, raffle entry and more.

Earlybird tickets are just £10 exclusively until March 31st - so get yourself locked in to Berkshire's biggest craft beer festival now.

23rd May 12:00-17:00 | 18:00-23:00 24th May 12:00-20:00
Marlow Football Beerfest 2026 Friday 29 – Saturday 30 May 2026 Marlow Football Club

Friday 29th May, 4pm to 10pm; Saturday 30th May, midday to 10pm.

Marlow Beerfest is an annual event held at Marlow Football Club, offering far more than just a traditional beer festival. While there’s plenty for ale lovers to enjoy, the event is family-friendly with a wide range of drinks including a gin bar, cocktails, and wine, alongside live music and hot food.

The pitch will be open for children to play games, giving parents the chance to relax and enjoy a drink or two. We’ll also be showing the UEFA Champions League Final live.

Entry is £7 including a beer guide and souvenir glass, £5 for concessions.

Further info see our website: https://www.marlowbeerfest.co.uk

The Marlow Beerfest is held in the clubhouse and grounds of Marlow Football Club, and there will be plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. So don't worry about the weather - just enjoy the beer.

Put the dates in your diary now and come down and join us for great weekend.
May Pay Day Friday - a pdf day! Friday 29 May 2026 19:00 Windsor & Eton Brewery Unit 4 Taproom

Continuing the theme of moving the Pay Day Friday meetings to different pubs, watch this space to see which pub Steve chooses.

A chance to wind down with like minded friends at the popular bar.
June Lunchtime Social at the Bear, Maidenhead Thursday 4 June 2026 12:30 Bear
THIS BRANCH SOCIAL is hosted by Bob & Ann.

Join Bob & Ann for the first Thursday of the month lunchtime social at the Bear from 12.30pm..

Meet upstairs. All welcome.
Launch of Wokingham Ale Trail Sunday 7 June 2026 13:00 Queens Head, Wokingham

The launch of the Wokingham Ale Trail at The Queens Head, organised by CAMRA Berkshire South East Branch (BSE).

All welcome.
June Branch Meeting at The Windsor Trooper Wednesday 10 June 2026 19:30 Windsor Trooper

We will be presenting the Cider Pub Of The Year (CPOTY) certificate to James and his team before the meeting, so come along and support the pub.

We are always looking for members to get involved no matter how little time you can devote.

All CAMRA Members welcome.
Maidenhead Pub Walk Saturday 13 June 2026 13:00 Lord Grenfell
THIS IS A BRANCH SOCIAL led by Steve Goodall (07881 682017).

Come along and let Steve Goodall guide through some of the more interesting pubs in Maidenhead.

We will meet at the Lord Grenfell at 1pm.

You are welcome to dip in and out to suit, just text Steve to find out where we are.
June Third Thirsty Thursday Social at the Bear, Maidenhead Thursday 18 June 2026 19:30 Bear
THIS BRANCH SOCIAL is hosted by Bob & Ann.

Meet upstairs. All welcome.
Perseverance Summer Beer Festival Friday 19 – Sunday 21 June 2026 Perseverance

ON SATURDAY 20th THERE IS BRANCH SOCIAL from 1pm hosted by Steve (07881 682017)

In addition Alan (07864 020570) will be hosting a social on Friday from noon.

Come along to join either Alan on the quieter day or Steve while the Wraysbury Village Fair is on, at an idyllic village pub,.

https://www.wraysburyvillagefair.co.uk/

Here are the details from the 2025 festival - watch this space for 2026 details.

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June Pay Day Friday - a pdf day! Friday 26 June 2026 19:00 Craufurd Arms

Continuing the theme of moving the Pay Day Friday meetings to different pubs, watch this space to see which pub Steve chooses.

A chance to wind down with like minded friends at the popular bar.
July Lunchtime Social at the Bear Thursday 2 July 2026 12:30 Bear
THIS BRANCH SOCIAL is hosted by Bob & Ann.

Join Bob & Ann for the first Thursday of the month lunchtime social at the Bear from 12.30pm..

Meet upstairs. All welcome.
Maidenhead Beer & Cider Festival, 12:00 Friday 3 – 22:00 Saturday 4 July 2026 Sports Bar
ONCE AGAIN WE WILL BE RUNNING OUR FESTIVAL.

36 beers, 18 ciders, great food choice, 15 mins walk from Furze Platt rail station.

Go to our website for a list of our 2025 sponsors.

For 2026 sponsoring deals contact the organiser at ku.gro.armac.mws@resinagro.lavitsef.

Check out the Maidenhead Beer & Cider Festival website for more details, advanced tickets with discounted real ale/cider prices or apply for volunteering at the festival..
Ealing Beer Festival Wednesday 8 – Saturday 11 July 2026 Walpole Park, Ealing

The 35th Ealing Beer Festival will be returning to Walpole Park, Ealing W5 are from the 8th – 11th July 2026.

The festival is the largest outdoor London CAMRA beer festival, kicking off the Ealing Summer Festivals season.

Featuring real ales, ciders, perries, craft keg, wines and imported foreign beer.

Admission tickets are available on the door, however advanced tickets will be available, offering the benefit of guaranteed priority entry in a fast track queue at no extra charge. FREE entrance is available for CAMRA members. Check the details nearer the time at https://ebf.camra.org.uk/
July Third Thirsty Thursday at the Bear, Maidenhead Thursday 16 July 2026 19:30 Bear
THIS BRANCH SOCIAL is hosted by Bob & Ann.

Meet upstairs. All welcome.
Windsor & Eton Brewery - Beer Festival Friday 24 – Sunday 26 July 2026 Windsor & Eton Brewery Unit 4 Taproom
A DATE FOR YOUR DIARY.

Join us for Windsor Beer Festival 2026, an unmissable celebration of craft beer hosted by the award-winning Windsor & Eton Brewery!

This year’s festival is set to be their biggest yet, showcasing over 100 exceptional cask & keg beers from some of the UK’s best-loved breweries and rising stars in the craft scene. Whether you're a seasoned hophead, a lover of dark beers or just discovering proper lagers, there's something on tap for every taste. There will be exclusive brews and festival specials Live music and entertainment throughout the weekend, Food from local business to perfectly pair with your pint and Brewery Tours, meet-the-brewer sessions, and more

Tickets are now available from: https://webrew.co.uk/event/windsor-beer-festival-2026/
49th Egham Real Ale & Cider Festival Wednesday 29 July – Sunday 2 August 2026 Egham United Services Club
ON SATURDAY 1st THERE IS BRANCH SOCIAL from 1pm hosted by Steve (07881 682017).

The festival is open to non-members.

The club is a short walk from Egham station.
July Pay Day Friday - a pdf day! Friday 31 July 2026 19:00 Moon & Spoon

Continuing the theme of moving the Pay Day Friday meetings to different pubs, watch this space to see which pub Steve chooses.

A chance to wind down with like minded friends at the popular bar.
August Lunchtime Social at the Bear, Maidenhead Thursday 6 August 2026 12:30 Bear
THIS BRANCH SOCIAL is hosted by Bob & Ann.

Join Bob & Ann for the first Thursday of the month lunchtime social at the Bear from 12.30pm..

Meet upstairs. All welcome.
Oxford City Centre Pub Walk Saturday 8 August 2026 13:00
THIS IS A BRANCH SOCIAL led by Steve (07881 682017).

With 9 pubs in the Good Beer Guide, Oxford is well worth a visit.

Full details to be published closer to the event.
August Monthly Meeting - TBC Wednesday 12 August 2026 19:30
New and old, come along and help shape the future of our branch. We are always looking for members to get involved no matter how little time you can devote.
August Third Thirsty Thursday at the Bear, Maidenhead Thursday 20 August 2026 19:30 Bear
THIS BRANCH SOCIAL is hosted by Bob & Ann.

Meet upstairs. All welcome.
White Horse August bank Holiday Mini Beer Fest Friday 28 – Monday 31 August 2026 White Horse
ON SATURDAY 29th THERE IS BRANCH SOCIAL from 1pm hosted by Alan (07864 020570).

The White Horse in Hedgerley will be holding their usual Mini August Bank Holiday Beer Festival.

Open Friday:11am to 11pm, Saturday: 11am to 11pm, Sunday: noon to 10.00pm. and Monday: 11am to 10.00pm.

There will be 25/30 rare and one-off cask conditioned real ales from all around the UK, plus Ciders, Perries and Draught Craft Beers.

There will be a BBQ on Sat & Sun from 5pm to 9pm and noon to 3pm on Mon. (Weather Permitting)

Phone 01753 643225 or check their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/whitehorsehedgerley/ for more info.
August Pay Day Friday - a pdf day! Friday 28 August 2026 19:00 Carpenters Arms

Continuing the theme of moving the Pay Day Friday meetings to different pubs, watch this space to see which pub Steve chooses.

A chance to wind down with like minded friends at the popular bar.