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27 best pubs in Liverpool according to the CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2024
Sevety-two pubs across Merseyside feature in the 2024 edition of the Good Beer Guide, including twelve new entries, as well as 25 local breweries.
Here are all the Liverpool pubs and breweries who made into the beer lovers’ definitive guide and what CAMRA had to say about them.
The Little Taproom is a micropub in the heart of South Liverpool, which opened in 2020. CAMRA said: “Bottled and canned ales are stocked, and the range of spirits includes their own Sefton Park gin. Entertainment includes board games and a book club - there is no TV, jukebox or background music.”
1. The Little Taproom, Aigburth Road
The Little Taproom is a micropub in the heart of South Liverpool, which opened in 2020. CAMRA said: “Bottled and canned ales are stocked, and the range of spirits includes their own Sefton Park gin. Entertainment includes board games and a book club - there is no TV, jukebox or background music.” Photo: The Little Taproom
The Dispensary has a quirky yet traditional interior, and serves up a range of brilliant drinks. A range of cask ales are available and it’s always busy. CAMRA said: “This lively city pub is a haven for real ale drinkers, of all ages. The attractive bae area has Victorian features and there is a raised wood panelled area to the rear. It was originally the Grapes - the old sign is behind the bar.”
2. The Dispensary, Renshaw Street
The Dispensary has a quirky yet traditional interior, and serves up a range of brilliant drinks. A range of cask ales are available and it’s always busy. CAMRA said: “This lively city pub is a haven for real ale drinkers, of all ages. The attractive bae area has Victorian features and there is a raised wood panelled area to the rear. It was originally the Grapes - the old sign is behind the bar.” Photo: User calflier001 via Wikimedia
The Childwall Fiveways Hotel is a Wetherspoon pub which launched in 2010. CAMRA said: “Located in a leafy suburb, it has good motorway and public transport links. The refurbished interior is decorated with wood panelling, and outside there is a beer garden. It is a popular establishment and can get busy, especially at weekends. The site was used as a water tank during WWII."
3. Childwall Fiveways Hotel, Queens Drive
The Childwall Fiveways Hotel is a Wetherspoon pub which launched in 2010. CAMRA said: “Located in a leafy suburb, it has good motorway and public transport links. The refurbished interior is decorated with wood panelling, and outside there is a beer garden. It is a popular establishment and can get busy, especially at weekends. The site was used as a water tank during WWII." Photo: Google Street View
The Baltic Fleet is a popular independent pub, serving a range of local beers and spirits. CAMRA said: “Grade II-listed building near the Albert Dock. It has a distinctive hat iron shape and the interior is decorated on the nautical theme. The existence of tunnels in the cellar has led to speculation that the pub’s history may involve smuggling. Originally it had many doors to allow customers to escape when press gangs entered.”
4. Baltic Fleet, Wapping
The Baltic Fleet is a popular independent pub, serving a range of local beers and spirits. CAMRA said: “Grade II-listed building near the Albert Dock. It has a distinctive hat iron shape and the interior is decorated on the nautical theme. The existence of tunnels in the cellar has led to speculation that the pub’s history may involve smuggling. Originally it had many doors to allow customers to escape when press gangs entered.” Photo: Baltic Fleet
Published 28th Sep 2023, 00:01 BST
Updated 28th Sep 2023, 15:56 BST
The UK’s best-selling beer and pub guide is celebrating its 51st edition and features more than 70 incredible Merseyside pubs and breweries.
The Good Beer Guide, which is published annually by The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), helps beer lovers take a barometer of the local beer scene.
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5. The Bridewell, Campbell Square
The Bridewell has been crowned Liverpool’s best for two years running. CAMRA said: “An imposing, Grade II-listed building that dates from the mid-19th century when it was a police bridewell, or jail. The cells are used as seating areas and provide an unusual focus for the downstairs bar.” Photo: LTV
The Augustus John is a popular little pub, in the heart of Liverpool’s student district. CAMRA said: “Run by the University of Liverpool, the Augustus John is an open-plan pub popular with students, lecturers and locals. The cask ales always include a range of styes, plus there are two ciders on handpump and many more in the cellar. Pizza is served at all times. A jukebox provides entertainment."
6. The Augustus John, Peach Street
The Augustus John is a popular little pub, in the heart of Liverpool’s student district. CAMRA said: “Run by the University of Liverpool, the Augustus John is an open-plan pub popular with students, lecturers and locals. The cask ales always include a range of styes, plus there are two ciders on handpump and many more in the cellar. Pizza is served at all times. A jukebox provides entertainment." Photo: Google Street View
The Belvedere is on old-school watering hole, in the heart of Liverpool’s Georgian Quarter. CAMRA said: “Redeemed in 2006 from closure for housing development, the Grade II-listed building retains original fixtures and interesting etched glass features. It has a pub with a mixed local clientele, where various small cultural groups meet and good conversation thrives.”
7. The Belvedere, Sugnall Street
The Belvedere is on old-school watering hole, in the heart of Liverpool’s Georgian Quarter. CAMRA said: “Redeemed in 2006 from closure for housing development, the Grade II-listed building retains original fixtures and interesting etched glass features. It has a pub with a mixed local clientele, where various small cultural groups meet and good conversation thrives.” Photo: The Belvedere
Doctor Duncan’s is named after William Henry Duncan, the UK’s first Medical Health Officer. The pub, dating back to 1901, was built to house Pearl Insurance and is well known for its elaborately tiled interior. CAMRA said: “This former Cains brewery flagship pub has an impressive Victorian interior consisting of four distinctively different drinking areas.”
8. Doctor Duncan’s, St Johns Lane
Doctor Duncan’s is named after William Henry Duncan, the UK’s first Medical Health Officer. The pub, dating back to 1901, was built to house Pearl Insurance and is well known for its elaborately tiled interior. CAMRA said: “This former Cains brewery flagship pub has an impressive Victorian interior consisting of four distinctively different drinking areas.” Photo: User Rodhullandemu via Wikimedia
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The UK’s best-selling beer and pub guide is celebrating its 51st edition and features more than 70 incredible Merseyside pubs and breweries.
The Good Beer Guide, which is published annually by The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), helps beer lovers take a barometer of the local beer scene.
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9. Gardeners Arms, Vale Road
The Gardeners Arms is a lovely pub in the heart of Woolton. CAMRA said: “Friendly community pub situated the over the hill from Woolton village and separated from Menlove Avenue by blocks of flats. Their guests beers regularly include a local Big Bog brew. A quiz is held on Tuesday evenings. Woolton is famous as the home of the Beatles, and their original name, the Quarrymen, comes from Woolton quarry. You can visit St Peter’s church, where they first met, and Eleanor Rigby’s grave." Photo: Google Street View
The Excelsior is a traditional pub in Liverpool city centre, serving up a range of British ales. CAMRA said: “Named after a sailing ship this large corner pub is adjacent to what were Higsons brewery offices. A tastefully decorated and comfortable pub, it appeals to both a business and leisure clientele.”
10. The Excelsior, Dale Street
The Excelsior is a traditional pub in Liverpool city centre, serving up a range of British ales. CAMRA said: “Named after a sailing ship this large corner pub is adjacent to what were Higsons brewery offices. A tastefully decorated and comfortable pub, it appeals to both a business and leisure clientele.” Photo: Google Street View
The Captain Alexander is a fairly new Wetherspoon pub, located near to James Street station. CAMRA said: “Close to the Pier Head and Albert Dock, this Wetherspoon
pub features one bar, as well as a first-floor outdoor
terrace. It opened in 2019 and is named after Alexander
Allan, founder of the Allan Line Steamship Company,
which had an office next door.”
11. The Captain Alexander, James Street
The Captain Alexander is a fairly new Wetherspoon pub, located near to James Street station. CAMRA said: “Close to the Pier Head and Albert Dock, this Wetherspoon pub features one bar, as well as a first-floor outdoor terrace. It opened in 2019 and is named after Alexander Allan, founder of the Allan Line Steamship Company, which had an office next door.” Photo: Google Street View
The Denbigh Castle is an old-fashioned pub, serving a range of draught and bottled beers. CAMRA said: “Open-plan pub that has had many different identities before being refurbished and relaunched in 2020 as the Denbigh Castle, the original name from over 200 years
ago. It is a sister pub to the Bridewell. The beer choice
includes cask, craft beers and German lagers.”
12. The Denbigh Castle, Hackins Hey
The Denbigh Castle is an old-fashioned pub, serving a range of draught and bottled beers. CAMRA said: “Open-plan pub that has had many different identities before being refurbished and relaunched in 2020 as the Denbigh Castle, the original name from over 200 years ago. It is a sister pub to the Bridewell. The beer choice includes cask, craft beers and German lagers.” Photo: Denbigh Castle
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The UK’s best-selling beer and pub guide is celebrating its 51st edition and features more than 70 incredible Merseyside pubs and breweries.
The Good Beer Guide, which is published annually by The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), helps beer lovers take a barometer of the local beer scene.
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13. Fly in the Loaf, Hardman Street
Fly in the Loaf offers fine ale and pub food classics, as well as a range of spirits and wines. The multi-award winning bar was refurbished but kept many of its wonderful, traditional features. CAMRA said: “A former bakery, the name comes from the slogan ‘no flies in the loaf’. Owned by Isle of Man brewer Okells, it serves their beers alongside a changing range of guests from around the country, many from microbreweries, and a good selection of foreign beers.” Photo: Stephen McKay via Wikimedia
The Globe is a 19th-century pub known for its sloping floor. It is just a short walk from Central station. CAMRA said: “This small, traditional
pub is a former local CAMRA Best Community Pub. The
Globe attracts people from all over the city – a buzz of
lively conversation prevails, and visitors are equally
welcomed. In the small back room a brass plaque
commemorates the inaugural meeting of CAMRA
Merseyside and 40th year celebrations were held here in 2014. The sloping floor in the bar area is legendary.”
14. The Globe, Cases Street
The Globe is a 19th-century pub known for its sloping floor. It is just a short walk from Central station. CAMRA said: “This small, traditional pub is a former local CAMRA Best Community Pub. The Globe attracts people from all over the city – a buzz of lively conversation prevails, and visitors are equally welcomed. In the small back room a brass plaque commemorates the inaugural meeting of CAMRA Merseyside and 40th year celebrations were held here in 2014. The sloping floor in the bar area is legendary.” Photo: Google Street View
The Pen Factory is a bar and restaurant tucked away on Hope Street. CAMRA said: “The Pen Factory was opened in 2015 by the innovator of
the original Everyman Bistro, entrepreneur Paddy Byrne.
This large, open-plan, bistro-style establishment with a wood-burning stove and a small garden is a convivial place to eat and drink.”
15. The Pen Factory, Hope Street
The Pen Factory is a bar and restaurant tucked away on Hope Street. CAMRA said: “The Pen Factory was opened in 2015 by the innovator of the original Everyman Bistro, entrepreneur Paddy Byrne. This large, open-plan, bistro-style establishment with a wood-burning stove and a small garden is a convivial place to eat and drink.” Photo: Google Street View
The Grapes is a popular, small traditional pub. CAMRA said: “This corner local dates back to 1804 and has the original
Mellors signage outside. It is known as the ‘Little Grapes’,
but following a major refurbishment several years back,
an extension has made the pub larger. Stairs now lead to
a partly sheltered patio area atop the extension. Most of
the nine handpumps serve beers from local and smaller
regional breweries, and one now regularly serves a real
cider.”
16. The Grapes, Roscoe Street
The Grapes is a popular, small traditional pub. CAMRA said: “This corner local dates back to 1804 and has the original Mellors signage outside. It is known as the ‘Little Grapes’, but following a major refurbishment several years back, an extension has made the pub larger. Stairs now lead to a partly sheltered patio area atop the extension. Most of the nine handpumps serve beers from local and smaller regional breweries, and one now regularly serves a real cider.” Photo: Google
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Updated 28th Sep 2023, 15:56 BST
The UK’s best-selling beer and pub guide is celebrating its 51st edition and features more than 70 incredible Merseyside pubs and breweries.
The Good Beer Guide, which is published annually by The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), helps beer lovers take a barometer of the local beer scene.
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17. Peter Kavanagh’s, Egerton Street
Peter Kavanagh’s is a popular former CAMRA local pub of the year. CAMRA said: “A Grade II-listed stuccoed pub in the Georgian quarter which has been identified by CAMRA as having a nationally important historic pub interior. The snugs display murals by Eric Robinson and there are fine stained-glass windows with wooden shutters.” Photo: Google
The Head of Steam offers a range of local craft beer, real ale and cocktails, as well as boasting a food menu that is 50% vegan. CAMRA said: “This large pub - previously The Abbey - opened in 2017 (it not connected to the Head of Steam that was previously on Lime Street). It has lots of seating but gets busy, especially on evenings when major sporting events are shown live on TV.”
18. The Head of Steam, Hanover Street
The Head of Steam offers a range of local craft beer, real ale and cocktails, as well as boasting a food menu that is 50% vegan. CAMRA said: “This large pub - previously The Abbey - opened in 2017 (it not connected to the Head of Steam that was previously on Lime Street). It has lots of seating but gets busy, especially on evenings when major sporting events are shown live on TV.” Photo: Google
The Red Lion is a new pub in the heart of Liverpool, which has quickly become a popular spot for pub-goers. CAMRA said: “This traditional pub was converted from a terraced house in 2020 by the same owner as the Green Man in Lark Lane and the Vines (aka Big House) on Lime Street. Hanging knick-knacks, low lighting , bare walls and wooden panels all help create the atmosphere, and there is an interior courtyard and a games room."
19. The Red Lion, Slater Street
The Red Lion is a new pub in the heart of Liverpool, which has quickly become a popular spot for pub-goers. CAMRA said: “This traditional pub was converted from a terraced house in 2020 by the same owner as the Green Man in Lark Lane and the Vines (aka Big House) on Lime Street. Hanging knick-knacks, low lighting , bare walls and wooden panels all help create the atmosphere, and there is an interior courtyard and a games room." Photo: The Red Lion
The Lime Kiln is a popular Wetherspoons in the heart of Concert Square. CAMRA said: “On first impressions, the decor and layout may appear not to offer much for the real ale drinker, but cask ale is well catered for and available on the downstairs bar.”
20. The Lime Kiln, Fleet Street
The Lime Kiln is a popular Wetherspoons in the heart of Concert Square. CAMRA said: “On first impressions, the decor and layout may appear not to offer much for the real ale drinker, but cask ale is well catered for and available on the downstairs bar.” Photo: Google Street View
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The UK’s best-selling beer and pub guide is celebrating its 51st edition and features more than 70 incredible Merseyside pubs and breweries.
The Good Beer Guide, which is published annually by The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), helps beer lovers take a barometer of the local beer scene.
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21. Roscoe Head, Roscoe Street
The Roscoe Head has featured in every edition of the Guide and continues to impress. CAMRA said: “This is a cosy four-roomed pub where conversation and the appreciation of real ale rules. Six handpumps serve beers from national and local breweries. Run by members of the same family for over 30 years, the name commemorates William Roscoe, a leading campaigner against the slave trade.” Photo: Wikimedia Commons
The Lion Tavern is an historic pub serving a range of cask ales and local spirits. It was named CAMRA’s Pub of Excellence in 2022. CAMRA said: “Named after the locomotive that worked the Liverpool to
Manchester Railway (and is on display at the Liverpool
musuem). The Lion features mosaic floors, a tiled
corridor, plus intricately etched and stained glass.
Refurbished in 2017, it retains Grade II-listed status and
has been identified by CAMRA as having a nationally
important historic pub interior.”
22. Lion Tavern, Moorfields
The Lion Tavern is an historic pub serving a range of cask ales and local spirits. It was named CAMRA’s Pub of Excellence in 2022. CAMRA said: “Named after the locomotive that worked the Liverpool to Manchester Railway (and is on display at the Liverpool musuem). The Lion features mosaic floors, a tiled corridor, plus intricately etched and stained glass. Refurbished in 2017, it retains Grade II-listed status and has been identified by CAMRA as having a nationally important historic pub interior.” Photo: User Rodhullandemu via Wikimedia
CASK is a micropub, previously named CAMRA’s pub of the year. CAMRA said: “Comfortable, immaculate, one-roomed micropub that opens in 2015. There are usually four beers on Tuesday, Wednesday, five on a Thursday and up to seven from Friday."
23. CASK, Queens Drive (West Derby)
CASK is a micropub, previously named CAMRA’s pub of the year. CAMRA said: “Comfortable, immaculate, one-roomed micropub that opens in 2015. There are usually four beers on Tuesday, Wednesday, five on a Thursday and up to seven from Friday." Photo: Google Street View
The Ship and Mitre was built around 1935, and despite several refurbs, it has retained its iconic features. CAMRA said: “This 1930s Art Deco pub is partly hidden by the
Queensway Tunnel entrance. Its name derives from two
previous incarnations, the Flagship and the Mitre. It
retains the original Art Deco bar and function room
upstairs, but dowstairs had had a nautical themed
makeover. Fifteen handpulls serve an ever-changing
array of beers – including an impressive range of world
beers – and real cider, with the friendly and
knowledgeable staff always willing to make a
recommendation. The pub brews its own Flagship beers
using the plant at Stamps brewery.”
24. The Ship and Mitre, Dale Street
The Ship and Mitre was built around 1935, and despite several refurbs, it has retained its iconic features. CAMRA said: “This 1930s Art Deco pub is partly hidden by the Queensway Tunnel entrance. Its name derives from two previous incarnations, the Flagship and the Mitre. It retains the original Art Deco bar and function room upstairs, but dowstairs had had a nautical themed makeover. Fifteen handpulls serve an ever-changing array of beers – including an impressive range of world beers – and real cider, with the friendly and knowledgeable staff always willing to make a recommendation. The pub brews its own Flagship beers using the plant at Stamps brewery.” Photo: User calflier001 via Wikimedia
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The UK’s best-selling beer and pub guide is celebrating its 51st edition and features more than 70 incredible Merseyside pubs and breweries.
The Good Beer Guide, which is published annually by The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), helps beer lovers take a barometer of the local beer scene.
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25. Vernon Arms, Dale Street
The Vernon Arms is a traditional alehouse featuring a selection of beers and plentiful comfort food plates. CAMRA said: “Situated close to the business district, the Vernon retains the feel of a street corner local. The single long-roomed bar serves three drinking areas including a back room with frosted glass windows advertising the Liverpool Brewing Company, which once again serves the pub.” Photo: Google Street View
The Raven is a Wetherspoon pub that is popular with locals. CAMRA said: “It is themed on Edgar Allen Poe’s The Raven - local pavement artist James William Carling created illustrations for the famous poem in the late 19th century. He later went to America and is buried in Walton Cemetry.”
26. The Raven, Walton Vale
The Raven is a Wetherspoon pub that is popular with locals. CAMRA said: “It is themed on Edgar Allen Poe’s The Raven - local pavement artist James William Carling created illustrations for the famous poem in the late 19th century. He later went to America and is buried in Walton Cemetry.” Photo: Google Street View
The Willow Bank is located in the heart of Wavertee, on the popular Smithdown Road. CAMRA said: “Vibrant, traditional, multi-room pub with the original
public bar dating from the time it was a Walkers house.
Up to eight changing guest beers are on offer – real ale
night is a Tuesday – and there are occasional beer
festivals. They also offer Westons Rosie cider. Good-value
food is served, including Sunday lunches. Sports TV is
shown on large screens from the popular roadside patio.
Activities such as the quiz attract students, but the pub is
also popular with shoppers and locals.”
27. The Willow Bank, Smithdown Road
The Willow Bank is located in the heart of Wavertee, on the popular Smithdown Road. CAMRA said: “Vibrant, traditional, multi-room pub with the original public bar dating from the time it was a Walkers house. Up to eight changing guest beers are on offer – real ale night is a Tuesday – and there are occasional beer festivals. They also offer Westons Rosie cider. Good-value food is served, including Sunday lunches. Sports TV is shown on large screens from the popular roadside patio. Activities such as the quiz attract students, but the pub is also popular with shoppers and locals.” Photo: Wikimedia Commons
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Sevety-two pubs across Merseyside feature in the 2024 edition of the Good Beer Guide, including twelve new entries, as well as 25 local breweries.
Here are all the Liverpool pubs and breweries who made into the beer lovers’ definitive guide and what CAMRA had to say about them.
The Little Taproom is a micropub in the heart of South Liverpool, which opened in 2020. CAMRA said: “Bottled and canned ales are stocked, and the range of spirits includes their own Sefton Park gin. Entertainment includes board games and a book club - there is no TV, jukebox or background music.”
1. The Little Taproom, Aigburth Road
The Little Taproom is a micropub in the heart of South Liverpool, which opened in 2020. CAMRA said: “Bottled and canned ales are stocked, and the range of spirits includes their own Sefton Park gin. Entertainment includes board games and a book club - there is no TV, jukebox or background music.” Photo: The Little Taproom
The Dispensary has a quirky yet traditional interior, and serves up a range of brilliant drinks. A range of cask ales are available and it’s always busy. CAMRA said: “This lively city pub is a haven for real ale drinkers, of all ages. The attractive bae area has Victorian features and there is a raised wood panelled area to the rear. It was originally the Grapes - the old sign is behind the bar.”
2. The Dispensary, Renshaw Street
The Dispensary has a quirky yet traditional interior, and serves up a range of brilliant drinks. A range of cask ales are available and it’s always busy. CAMRA said: “This lively city pub is a haven for real ale drinkers, of all ages. The attractive bae area has Victorian features and there is a raised wood panelled area to the rear. It was originally the Grapes - the old sign is behind the bar.” Photo: User calflier001 via Wikimedia
The Childwall Fiveways Hotel is a Wetherspoon pub which launched in 2010. CAMRA said: “Located in a leafy suburb, it has good motorway and public transport links. The refurbished interior is decorated with wood panelling, and outside there is a beer garden. It is a popular establishment and can get busy, especially at weekends. The site was used as a water tank during WWII."
3. Childwall Fiveways Hotel, Queens Drive
The Childwall Fiveways Hotel is a Wetherspoon pub which launched in 2010. CAMRA said: “Located in a leafy suburb, it has good motorway and public transport links. The refurbished interior is decorated with wood panelling, and outside there is a beer garden. It is a popular establishment and can get busy, especially at weekends. The site was used as a water tank during WWII." Photo: Google Street View
The Baltic Fleet is a popular independent pub, serving a range of local beers and spirits. CAMRA said: “Grade II-listed building near the Albert Dock. It has a distinctive hat iron shape and the interior is decorated on the nautical theme. The existence of tunnels in the cellar has led to speculation that the pub’s history may involve smuggling. Originally it had many doors to allow customers to escape when press gangs entered.”
4. Baltic Fleet, Wapping
The Baltic Fleet is a popular independent pub, serving a range of local beers and spirits. CAMRA said: “Grade II-listed building near the Albert Dock. It has a distinctive hat iron shape and the interior is decorated on the nautical theme. The existence of tunnels in the cellar has led to speculation that the pub’s history may involve smuggling. Originally it had many doors to allow customers to escape when press gangs entered.” Photo: Baltic Fleet
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27 best pubs in Liverpool according to the CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2024
Sevety-two pubs across Merseyside feature in the 2024 edition of the Good Beer Guide, including twelve new entries, as well as 25 local breweries.
Here are all the Liverpool pubs and breweries who made into the beer lovers’ definitive guide and what CAMRA had to say about them.
The Little Taproom is a micropub in the heart of South Liverpool, which opened in 2020. CAMRA said: “Bottled and canned ales are stocked, and the range of spirits includes their own Sefton Park gin. Entertainment includes board games and a book club - there is no TV, jukebox or background music.”
1. The Little Taproom, Aigburth Road
The Little Taproom is a micropub in the heart of South Liverpool, which opened in 2020. CAMRA said: “Bottled and canned ales are stocked, and the range of spirits includes their own Sefton Park gin. Entertainment includes board games and a book club - there is no TV, jukebox or background music.” Photo: The Little Taproom
The Dispensary has a quirky yet traditional interior, and serves up a range of brilliant drinks. A range of cask ales are available and it’s always busy. CAMRA said: “This lively city pub is a haven for real ale drinkers, of all ages. The attractive bae area has Victorian features and there is a raised wood panelled area to the rear. It was originally the Grapes - the old sign is behind the bar.”
2. The Dispensary, Renshaw Street
The Dispensary has a quirky yet traditional interior, and serves up a range of brilliant drinks. A range of cask ales are available and it’s always busy. CAMRA said: “This lively city pub is a haven for real ale drinkers, of all ages. The attractive bae area has Victorian features and there is a raised wood panelled area to the rear. It was originally the Grapes - the old sign is behind the bar.” Photo: User calflier001 via Wikimedia
The Childwall Fiveways Hotel is a Wetherspoon pub which launched in 2010. CAMRA said: “Located in a leafy suburb, it has good motorway and public transport links. The refurbished interior is decorated with wood panelling, and outside there is a beer garden. It is a popular establishment and can get busy, especially at weekends. The site was used as a water tank during WWII."
3. Childwall Fiveways Hotel, Queens Drive
The Childwall Fiveways Hotel is a Wetherspoon pub which launched in 2010. CAMRA said: “Located in a leafy suburb, it has good motorway and public transport links. The refurbished interior is decorated with wood panelling, and outside there is a beer garden. It is a popular establishment and can get busy, especially at weekends. The site was used as a water tank during WWII." Photo: Google Street View
The Baltic Fleet is a popular independent pub, serving a range of local beers and spirits. CAMRA said: “Grade II-listed building near the Albert Dock. It has a distinctive hat iron shape and the interior is decorated on the nautical theme. The existence of tunnels in the cellar has led to speculation that the pub’s history may involve smuggling. Originally it had many doors to allow customers to escape when press gangs entered.”
4. Baltic Fleet, Wapping
The Baltic Fleet is a popular independent pub, serving a range of local beers and spirits. CAMRA said: “Grade II-listed building near the Albert Dock. It has a distinctive hat iron shape and the interior is decorated on the nautical theme. The existence of tunnels in the cellar has led to speculation that the pub’s history may involve smuggling. Originally it had many doors to allow customers to escape when press gangs entered.” Photo: Baltic Fleet
Published 28th Sep 2023, 00:01 BST
Updated 28th Sep 2023, 15:56 BST
The UK’s best-selling beer and pub guide is celebrating its 51st edition and features more than 70 incredible Merseyside pubs and breweries.
The Good Beer Guide, which is published annually by The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), helps beer lovers take a barometer of the local beer scene.
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5. The Bridewell, Campbell Square
The Bridewell has been crowned Liverpool’s best for two years running. CAMRA said: “An imposing, Grade II-listed building that dates from the mid-19th century when it was a police bridewell, or jail. The cells are used as seating areas and provide an unusual focus for the downstairs bar.” Photo: LTV
The Augustus John is a popular little pub, in the heart of Liverpool’s student district. CAMRA said: “Run by the University of Liverpool, the Augustus John is an open-plan pub popular with students, lecturers and locals. The cask ales always include a range of styes, plus there are two ciders on handpump and many more in the cellar. Pizza is served at all times. A jukebox provides entertainment."
6. The Augustus John, Peach Street
The Augustus John is a popular little pub, in the heart of Liverpool’s student district. CAMRA said: “Run by the University of Liverpool, the Augustus John is an open-plan pub popular with students, lecturers and locals. The cask ales always include a range of styes, plus there are two ciders on handpump and many more in the cellar. Pizza is served at all times. A jukebox provides entertainment." Photo: Google Street View
The Belvedere is on old-school watering hole, in the heart of Liverpool’s Georgian Quarter. CAMRA said: “Redeemed in 2006 from closure for housing development, the Grade II-listed building retains original fixtures and interesting etched glass features. It has a pub with a mixed local clientele, where various small cultural groups meet and good conversation thrives.”
7. The Belvedere, Sugnall Street
The Belvedere is on old-school watering hole, in the heart of Liverpool’s Georgian Quarter. CAMRA said: “Redeemed in 2006 from closure for housing development, the Grade II-listed building retains original fixtures and interesting etched glass features. It has a pub with a mixed local clientele, where various small cultural groups meet and good conversation thrives.” Photo: The Belvedere
Doctor Duncan’s is named after William Henry Duncan, the UK’s first Medical Health Officer. The pub, dating back to 1901, was built to house Pearl Insurance and is well known for its elaborately tiled interior. CAMRA said: “This former Cains brewery flagship pub has an impressive Victorian interior consisting of four distinctively different drinking areas.”
8. Doctor Duncan’s, St Johns Lane
Doctor Duncan’s is named after William Henry Duncan, the UK’s first Medical Health Officer. The pub, dating back to 1901, was built to house Pearl Insurance and is well known for its elaborately tiled interior. CAMRA said: “This former Cains brewery flagship pub has an impressive Victorian interior consisting of four distinctively different drinking areas.” Photo: User Rodhullandemu via Wikimedia
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Updated 28th Sep 2023, 15:56 BST
The UK’s best-selling beer and pub guide is celebrating its 51st edition and features more than 70 incredible Merseyside pubs and breweries.
The Good Beer Guide, which is published annually by The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), helps beer lovers take a barometer of the local beer scene.
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9. Gardeners Arms, Vale Road
The Gardeners Arms is a lovely pub in the heart of Woolton. CAMRA said: “Friendly community pub situated the over the hill from Woolton village and separated from Menlove Avenue by blocks of flats. Their guests beers regularly include a local Big Bog brew. A quiz is held on Tuesday evenings. Woolton is famous as the home of the Beatles, and their original name, the Quarrymen, comes from Woolton quarry. You can visit St Peter’s church, where they first met, and Eleanor Rigby’s grave." Photo: Google Street View
The Excelsior is a traditional pub in Liverpool city centre, serving up a range of British ales. CAMRA said: “Named after a sailing ship this large corner pub is adjacent to what were Higsons brewery offices. A tastefully decorated and comfortable pub, it appeals to both a business and leisure clientele.”
10. The Excelsior, Dale Street
The Excelsior is a traditional pub in Liverpool city centre, serving up a range of British ales. CAMRA said: “Named after a sailing ship this large corner pub is adjacent to what were Higsons brewery offices. A tastefully decorated and comfortable pub, it appeals to both a business and leisure clientele.” Photo: Google Street View
The Captain Alexander is a fairly new Wetherspoon pub, located near to James Street station. CAMRA said: “Close to the Pier Head and Albert Dock, this Wetherspoon
pub features one bar, as well as a first-floor outdoor
terrace. It opened in 2019 and is named after Alexander
Allan, founder of the Allan Line Steamship Company,
which had an office next door.”
11. The Captain Alexander, James Street
The Captain Alexander is a fairly new Wetherspoon pub, located near to James Street station. CAMRA said: “Close to the Pier Head and Albert Dock, this Wetherspoon pub features one bar, as well as a first-floor outdoor terrace. It opened in 2019 and is named after Alexander Allan, founder of the Allan Line Steamship Company, which had an office next door.” Photo: Google Street View
The Denbigh Castle is an old-fashioned pub, serving a range of draught and bottled beers. CAMRA said: “Open-plan pub that has had many different identities before being refurbished and relaunched in 2020 as the Denbigh Castle, the original name from over 200 years
ago. It is a sister pub to the Bridewell. The beer choice
includes cask, craft beers and German lagers.”
12. The Denbigh Castle, Hackins Hey
The Denbigh Castle is an old-fashioned pub, serving a range of draught and bottled beers. CAMRA said: “Open-plan pub that has had many different identities before being refurbished and relaunched in 2020 as the Denbigh Castle, the original name from over 200 years ago. It is a sister pub to the Bridewell. The beer choice includes cask, craft beers and German lagers.” Photo: Denbigh Castle
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ubsCAMRAPublished 28th Sep 2023, 00:01 BST
Updated 28th Sep 2023, 15:56 BST
The UK’s best-selling beer and pub guide is celebrating its 51st edition and features more than 70 incredible Merseyside pubs and breweries.
The Good Beer Guide, which is published annually by The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), helps beer lovers take a barometer of the local beer scene.
Read More...
13. Fly in the Loaf, Hardman Street
Fly in the Loaf offers fine ale and pub food classics, as well as a range of spirits and wines. The multi-award winning bar was refurbished but kept many of its wonderful, traditional features. CAMRA said: “A former bakery, the name comes from the slogan ‘no flies in the loaf’. Owned by Isle of Man brewer Okells, it serves their beers alongside a changing range of guests from around the country, many from microbreweries, and a good selection of foreign beers.” Photo: Stephen McKay via Wikimedia
The Globe is a 19th-century pub known for its sloping floor. It is just a short walk from Central station. CAMRA said: “This small, traditional
pub is a former local CAMRA Best Community Pub. The
Globe attracts people from all over the city – a buzz of
lively conversation prevails, and visitors are equally
welcomed. In the small back room a brass plaque
commemorates the inaugural meeting of CAMRA
Merseyside and 40th year celebrations were held here in 2014. The sloping floor in the bar area is legendary.”
14. The Globe, Cases Street
The Globe is a 19th-century pub known for its sloping floor. It is just a short walk from Central station. CAMRA said: “This small, traditional pub is a former local CAMRA Best Community Pub. The Globe attracts people from all over the city – a buzz of lively conversation prevails, and visitors are equally welcomed. In the small back room a brass plaque commemorates the inaugural meeting of CAMRA Merseyside and 40th year celebrations were held here in 2014. The sloping floor in the bar area is legendary.” Photo: Google Street View
The Pen Factory is a bar and restaurant tucked away on Hope Street. CAMRA said: “The Pen Factory was opened in 2015 by the innovator of
the original Everyman Bistro, entrepreneur Paddy Byrne.
This large, open-plan, bistro-style establishment with a wood-burning stove and a small garden is a convivial place to eat and drink.”
15. The Pen Factory, Hope Street
The Pen Factory is a bar and restaurant tucked away on Hope Street. CAMRA said: “The Pen Factory was opened in 2015 by the innovator of the original Everyman Bistro, entrepreneur Paddy Byrne. This large, open-plan, bistro-style establishment with a wood-burning stove and a small garden is a convivial place to eat and drink.” Photo: Google Street View
The Grapes is a popular, small traditional pub. CAMRA said: “This corner local dates back to 1804 and has the original
Mellors signage outside. It is known as the ‘Little Grapes’,
but following a major refurbishment several years back,
an extension has made the pub larger. Stairs now lead to
a partly sheltered patio area atop the extension. Most of
the nine handpumps serve beers from local and smaller
regional breweries, and one now regularly serves a real
cider.”
16. The Grapes, Roscoe Street
The Grapes is a popular, small traditional pub. CAMRA said: “This corner local dates back to 1804 and has the original Mellors signage outside. It is known as the ‘Little Grapes’, but following a major refurbishment several years back, an extension has made the pub larger. Stairs now lead to a partly sheltered patio area atop the extension. Most of the nine handpumps serve beers from local and smaller regional breweries, and one now regularly serves a real cider.” Photo: Google
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Updated 28th Sep 2023, 15:56 BST
The UK’s best-selling beer and pub guide is celebrating its 51st edition and features more than 70 incredible Merseyside pubs and breweries.
The Good Beer Guide, which is published annually by The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), helps beer lovers take a barometer of the local beer scene.
Read More...
17. Peter Kavanagh’s, Egerton Street
Peter Kavanagh’s is a popular former CAMRA local pub of the year. CAMRA said: “A Grade II-listed stuccoed pub in the Georgian quarter which has been identified by CAMRA as having a nationally important historic pub interior. The snugs display murals by Eric Robinson and there are fine stained-glass windows with wooden shutters.” Photo: Google
The Head of Steam offers a range of local craft beer, real ale and cocktails, as well as boasting a food menu that is 50% vegan. CAMRA said: “This large pub - previously The Abbey - opened in 2017 (it not connected to the Head of Steam that was previously on Lime Street). It has lots of seating but gets busy, especially on evenings when major sporting events are shown live on TV.”
18. The Head of Steam, Hanover Street
The Head of Steam offers a range of local craft beer, real ale and cocktails, as well as boasting a food menu that is 50% vegan. CAMRA said: “This large pub - previously The Abbey - opened in 2017 (it not connected to the Head of Steam that was previously on Lime Street). It has lots of seating but gets busy, especially on evenings when major sporting events are shown live on TV.” Photo: Google
The Red Lion is a new pub in the heart of Liverpool, which has quickly become a popular spot for pub-goers. CAMRA said: “This traditional pub was converted from a terraced house in 2020 by the same owner as the Green Man in Lark Lane and the Vines (aka Big House) on Lime Street. Hanging knick-knacks, low lighting , bare walls and wooden panels all help create the atmosphere, and there is an interior courtyard and a games room."
19. The Red Lion, Slater Street
The Red Lion is a new pub in the heart of Liverpool, which has quickly become a popular spot for pub-goers. CAMRA said: “This traditional pub was converted from a terraced house in 2020 by the same owner as the Green Man in Lark Lane and the Vines (aka Big House) on Lime Street. Hanging knick-knacks, low lighting , bare walls and wooden panels all help create the atmosphere, and there is an interior courtyard and a games room." Photo: The Red Lion
The Lime Kiln is a popular Wetherspoons in the heart of Concert Square. CAMRA said: “On first impressions, the decor and layout may appear not to offer much for the real ale drinker, but cask ale is well catered for and available on the downstairs bar.”
20. The Lime Kiln, Fleet Street
The Lime Kiln is a popular Wetherspoons in the heart of Concert Square. CAMRA said: “On first impressions, the decor and layout may appear not to offer much for the real ale drinker, but cask ale is well catered for and available on the downstairs bar.” Photo: Google Street View
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ubsCAMRAPublished 28th Sep 2023, 00:01 BST
Updated 28th Sep 2023, 15:56 BST
The UK’s best-selling beer and pub guide is celebrating its 51st edition and features more than 70 incredible Merseyside pubs and breweries.
The Good Beer Guide, which is published annually by The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), helps beer lovers take a barometer of the local beer scene.
Read More...
21. Roscoe Head, Roscoe Street
The Roscoe Head has featured in every edition of the Guide and continues to impress. CAMRA said: “This is a cosy four-roomed pub where conversation and the appreciation of real ale rules. Six handpumps serve beers from national and local breweries. Run by members of the same family for over 30 years, the name commemorates William Roscoe, a leading campaigner against the slave trade.” Photo: Wikimedia Commons
The Lion Tavern is an historic pub serving a range of cask ales and local spirits. It was named CAMRA’s Pub of Excellence in 2022. CAMRA said: “Named after the locomotive that worked the Liverpool to
Manchester Railway (and is on display at the Liverpool
musuem). The Lion features mosaic floors, a tiled
corridor, plus intricately etched and stained glass.
Refurbished in 2017, it retains Grade II-listed status and
has been identified by CAMRA as having a nationally
important historic pub interior.”
22. Lion Tavern, Moorfields
The Lion Tavern is an historic pub serving a range of cask ales and local spirits. It was named CAMRA’s Pub of Excellence in 2022. CAMRA said: “Named after the locomotive that worked the Liverpool to Manchester Railway (and is on display at the Liverpool musuem). The Lion features mosaic floors, a tiled corridor, plus intricately etched and stained glass. Refurbished in 2017, it retains Grade II-listed status and has been identified by CAMRA as having a nationally important historic pub interior.” Photo: User Rodhullandemu via Wikimedia
CASK is a micropub, previously named CAMRA’s pub of the year. CAMRA said: “Comfortable, immaculate, one-roomed micropub that opens in 2015. There are usually four beers on Tuesday, Wednesday, five on a Thursday and up to seven from Friday."
23. CASK, Queens Drive (West Derby)
CASK is a micropub, previously named CAMRA’s pub of the year. CAMRA said: “Comfortable, immaculate, one-roomed micropub that opens in 2015. There are usually four beers on Tuesday, Wednesday, five on a Thursday and up to seven from Friday." Photo: Google Street View
The Ship and Mitre was built around 1935, and despite several refurbs, it has retained its iconic features. CAMRA said: “This 1930s Art Deco pub is partly hidden by the
Queensway Tunnel entrance. Its name derives from two
previous incarnations, the Flagship and the Mitre. It
retains the original Art Deco bar and function room
upstairs, but dowstairs had had a nautical themed
makeover. Fifteen handpulls serve an ever-changing
array of beers – including an impressive range of world
beers – and real cider, with the friendly and
knowledgeable staff always willing to make a
recommendation. The pub brews its own Flagship beers
using the plant at Stamps brewery.”
24. The Ship and Mitre, Dale Street
The Ship and Mitre was built around 1935, and despite several refurbs, it has retained its iconic features. CAMRA said: “This 1930s Art Deco pub is partly hidden by the Queensway Tunnel entrance. Its name derives from two previous incarnations, the Flagship and the Mitre. It retains the original Art Deco bar and function room upstairs, but dowstairs had had a nautical themed makeover. Fifteen handpulls serve an ever-changing array of beers – including an impressive range of world beers – and real cider, with the friendly and knowledgeable staff always willing to make a recommendation. The pub brews its own Flagship beers using the plant at Stamps brewery.” Photo: User calflier001 via Wikimedia
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Updated 28th Sep 2023, 15:56 BST
The UK’s best-selling beer and pub guide is celebrating its 51st edition and features more than 70 incredible Merseyside pubs and breweries.
The Good Beer Guide, which is published annually by The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), helps beer lovers take a barometer of the local beer scene.
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25. Vernon Arms, Dale Street
The Vernon Arms is a traditional alehouse featuring a selection of beers and plentiful comfort food plates. CAMRA said: “Situated close to the business district, the Vernon retains the feel of a street corner local. The single long-roomed bar serves three drinking areas including a back room with frosted glass windows advertising the Liverpool Brewing Company, which once again serves the pub.” Photo: Google Street View
The Raven is a Wetherspoon pub that is popular with locals. CAMRA said: “It is themed on Edgar Allen Poe’s The Raven - local pavement artist James William Carling created illustrations for the famous poem in the late 19th century. He later went to America and is buried in Walton Cemetry.”
26. The Raven, Walton Vale
The Raven is a Wetherspoon pub that is popular with locals. CAMRA said: “It is themed on Edgar Allen Poe’s The Raven - local pavement artist James William Carling created illustrations for the famous poem in the late 19th century. He later went to America and is buried in Walton Cemetry.” Photo: Google Street View
The Willow Bank is located in the heart of Wavertee, on the popular Smithdown Road. CAMRA said: “Vibrant, traditional, multi-room pub with the original
public bar dating from the time it was a Walkers house.
Up to eight changing guest beers are on offer – real ale
night is a Tuesday – and there are occasional beer
festivals. They also offer Westons Rosie cider. Good-value
food is served, including Sunday lunches. Sports TV is
shown on large screens from the popular roadside patio.
Activities such as the quiz attract students, but the pub is
also popular with shoppers and locals.”
27. The Willow Bank, Smithdown Road
The Willow Bank is located in the heart of Wavertee, on the popular Smithdown Road. CAMRA said: “Vibrant, traditional, multi-room pub with the original public bar dating from the time it was a Walkers house. Up to eight changing guest beers are on offer – real ale night is a Tuesday – and there are occasional beer festivals. They also offer Westons Rosie cider. Good-value food is served, including Sunday lunches. Sports TV is shown on large screens from the popular roadside patio. Activities such as the quiz attract students, but the pub is also popular with shoppers and locals.” Photo: Wikimedia Commons
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ubsCAMRASevety-two pubs across Merseyside feature in the 2024 edition of the Good Beer Guide, including twelve new entries, as well as 25 local breweries.
Here are all the Liverpool pubs and breweries who made into the beer lovers’ definitive guide and what CAMRA had to say about them.
The Little Taproom is a micropub in the heart of South Liverpool, which opened in 2020. CAMRA said: “Bottled and canned ales are stocked, and the range of spirits includes their own Sefton Park gin. Entertainment includes board games and a book club - there is no TV, jukebox or background music.”
1. The Little Taproom, Aigburth Road
The Little Taproom is a micropub in the heart of South Liverpool, which opened in 2020. CAMRA said: “Bottled and canned ales are stocked, and the range of spirits includes their own Sefton Park gin. Entertainment includes board games and a book club - there is no TV, jukebox or background music.” Photo: The Little Taproom
The Dispensary has a quirky yet traditional interior, and serves up a range of brilliant drinks. A range of cask ales are available and it’s always busy. CAMRA said: “This lively city pub is a haven for real ale drinkers, of all ages. The attractive bae area has Victorian features and there is a raised wood panelled area to the rear. It was originally the Grapes - the old sign is behind the bar.”
2. The Dispensary, Renshaw Street
The Dispensary has a quirky yet traditional interior, and serves up a range of brilliant drinks. A range of cask ales are available and it’s always busy. CAMRA said: “This lively city pub is a haven for real ale drinkers, of all ages. The attractive bae area has Victorian features and there is a raised wood panelled area to the rear. It was originally the Grapes - the old sign is behind the bar.” Photo: User calflier001 via Wikimedia
The Childwall Fiveways Hotel is a Wetherspoon pub which launched in 2010. CAMRA said: “Located in a leafy suburb, it has good motorway and public transport links. The refurbished interior is decorated with wood panelling, and outside there is a beer garden. It is a popular establishment and can get busy, especially at weekends. The site was used as a water tank during WWII."
3. Childwall Fiveways Hotel, Queens Drive
The Childwall Fiveways Hotel is a Wetherspoon pub which launched in 2010. CAMRA said: “Located in a leafy suburb, it has good motorway and public transport links. The refurbished interior is decorated with wood panelling, and outside there is a beer garden. It is a popular establishment and can get busy, especially at weekends. The site was used as a water tank during WWII." Photo: Google Street View
The Baltic Fleet is a popular independent pub, serving a range of local beers and spirits. CAMRA said: “Grade II-listed building near the Albert Dock. It has a distinctive hat iron shape and the interior is decorated on the nautical theme. The existence of tunnels in the cellar has led to speculation that the pub’s history may involve smuggling. Originally it had many doors to allow customers to escape when press gangs entered.”
4. Baltic Fleet, Wapping
The Baltic Fleet is a popular independent pub, serving a range of local beers and spirits. CAMRA said: “Grade II-listed building near the Albert Dock. It has a distinctive hat iron shape and the interior is decorated on the nautical theme. The existence of tunnels in the cellar has led to speculation that the pub’s history may involve smuggling. Originally it had many doors to allow customers to escape when press gangs entered.” Photo: Baltic Fleet
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THE Campaign for Real Ale’s (CAMRA) Good Beer Guide included 11 Wirral pubs in its 2024 edition.
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Sevety-two pubs across Merseyside feature in the 2024 edition of the Good Beer Guide, including twelve new entries, as well as 25 local breweries.
Here are all the Liverpool pubs and breweries who made into the beer lovers’ definitive guide and what CAMRA had to say about them.
1. The Little Taproom, Aigburth Road
The Little Taproom is a micropub in the heart of South Liverpool, which opened in 2020. CAMRA said: “Bottled and canned ales are stocked, and the range of spirits includes their own Sefton Park gin. Entertainment includes board games and a book club - there is no TV, jukebox or background music.”
2. The Dispensary, Renshaw Street
The Dispensary has a quirky yet traditional interior, and serves up a range of brilliant drinks. A range of cask ales are available and it’s always busy. CAMRA said: “This lively city pub is a haven for real ale drinkers, of all ages. The attractive bae area has Victorian features and there is a raised wood panelled area to the rear. It was originally the Grapes - the old sign is behind the bar.
3. Childwall Fiveways Hotel, Queens Drive
The Childwall Fiveways Hotel is a Wetherspoon pub which launched in 2010. CAMRA said: “Located in a leafy suburb, it has good motorway and public transport links. The refurbished interior is decorated with wood panelling, and outside there is a beer garden. It is a popular establishment and can get busy, especially at weekends. The site was used as a water tank during WWII."
4. Baltic Fleet, Wapping
The Baltic Fleet is a popular independent pub, serving a range of local beers and spirits. CAMRA said: “Grade II-listed building near the Albert Dock. It has a distinctive hat iron shape and the interior is decorated on the nautical theme. The existence of tunnels in the cellar has led to speculation that the pub’s history may involve smuggling. Originally it had many doors to allow customers to escape when press gangs entered. "
5. The Bridewell has been crowned Liverpool’s best for two years running. CAMRA said: “An imposing, Grade II-listed building that dates from the mid-19th century when it was a police bridewell, or jail. The cells are used as seating areas and provide an unusual focus for the downstairs bar.”
6. The Augustus John, Peach Street
The Augustus John is a popular little pub, in the heart of Liverpool’s student district. CAMRA said: “Run by the University of Liverpool, the Augustus John is an open-plan pub popular with students, lecturers and locals. The cask ales always include a range of styes, plus there are two ciders on handpump and many more in the cellar. Pizza is served at all times. A jukebox provides entertainment."
7. The Belvedere, Sugnall Street
The Belvedere is on old-school watering hole, in the heart of Liverpool’s Georgian Quarter. CAMRA said: “Redeemed in 2006 from closure for housing development, the Grade II-listed building retains original fixtures and interesting etched glass features. It has a pub with a mixed local clientele, where various small cultural groups meet and good conversation thrives. "
8. Doctor Duncan’s, St Johns Lane
Doctor Duncan’s is named after William Henry Duncan, the UK’s first Medical Health Officer. The pub, dating back to 1901, was built to house Pearl Insurance and is well known for its elaborately tiled interior. CAMRA said: “This former Cains brewery flagship pub has an impressive Victorian interior consisting of four distinctively different drinking areas.”
9. Gardeners Arms, Vale Road
The Gardeners Arms is a lovely pub in the heart of Woolton. CAMRA said: “Friendly community pub situated the over the hill from Woolton village and separated from Menlove Avenue by blocks of flats. Their guests beers regularly include a local Big Bog brew. A quiz is held on Tuesday evenings. Woolton is famous as the home of the Beatles, and their original name, the Quarrymen, comes from Woolton quarry. You can visit St Peter’s church, where they first met, and Eleanor Rigby's grave.
10. The Excelsior, Dale Street
The Excelsior is a traditional pub in Liverpool city centre, serving up a range of British ales. CAMRA said: “Named after a sailing ship this large corner pub is adjacent to what were Higsons brewery offices. A tastefully decorated and comfortable pub, it appeals to both a business and leisure clientele.”
11. The Captain Alexander, James Street
The Captain Alexander is a fairly new Wetherspoon pub, located near to James Street station. CAMRA said: “Close to the Pier Head and Albert Dock, this Wetherspoon pub features one bar, as well as a first-floor outdoor terrace. It opened in 2019 and is named after Alexander Allan, founder of the Allan Line Steamship Company, which had an office next door.”
12. The Denbigh Castle, Hackins Hey
The Denbigh Castle is an old-fashioned pub, serving a range of draught and bottled beers. CAMRA said: “Open-plan pub that has had many different identities before being refurbished and relaunched in 2020 as the Denbigh Castle, the original name from over 200 years ago. It is a sister pub to the Bridewell. The beer choice includes cask, craft beers and German lagers.”
13.The Fly and Loaf, Hardman Street
Fly in the Loaf offers fine ale and pub food classics, as well as a range of spirits and wines. The multi-award winning bar was refurbished but kept many of its wonderful, traditional features. CAMRA said: “A former bakery, the name comes from the slogan ‘no flies in the loaf’. Owned by Isle of Man brewer Okells, it serves their beers alongside a changing range of guests from around the country, many from microbreweries, and a good selection of foreign beers.”
14. The Globe, Cases Street
The Globe is a 19th-century pub known for its sloping floor. It is just a short walk from Central station. CAMRA said: “This small, traditional pub is a former local CAMRA Best Community Pub. The Globe attracts people from all over the city – a buzz of lively conversation prevails, and visitors are equally welcomed. In the small back room a brass plaque commemorates the inaugural meeting of CAMRA Merseyside and 40th year celebrations were held here in 2014. The sloping floor in the bar area is legendary.”
15. The Pen Factory, Hope Street
The Pen Factory is a bar and restaurant tucked away on Hope Street. CAMRA said: “The Pen Factory was opened in 2015 by the innovator of the original Everyman Bistro, entrepreneur Paddy Byrne. This large, open-plan, bistro-style establishment with a wood-burning
stove and a small garden is a convivial place to eat and drink.”
16. The Grapes, Roscoe Street
The Grapes is a popular, small traditional pub. CAMRA said: “This corner local dates back to 1804 and has the original Mellors signage outside. It is known as the ‘Little Grapes’, but following a major refurbishment several years back, an extension has made the pub larger. Stairs now lead to a partly sheltered patio area atop the extension. Most of the nine handpumps serve beers from local and smaller regional breweries, and one now regularly serves a real cider.” Photo: Google
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17. Peter Kavanagh’s, Egerton Street
Peter Kavanagh’s is a popular former CAMRA local pub of the year. CAMRA said: “A Grade II-listed stuccoed pub in the Georgian quarter which has been identified by CAMRA as having a nationally important historic pub interior. The snugs display murals by Eric Robinson and there are fine stained-glass windows with wooden shutters.”
18. The Head of Steam, Hanover Street
The Head of Steam offers a range of local craft beer, real ale and cocktails, as well as boasting a food menu that is 50% vegan. CAMRA said: “This large pub - previously The Abbey - opened in 2017 (it not connected to the Head of Steam that was previously on Lime Street). It has lots of seating but gets busy, especially on evenings when major sporting events are shown live on TV.”
19. The Red Lion, Slater Street
The Red Lion is a new pub in the heart of Liverpool, which has quickly become a popular spot for pub-goers. CAMRA said: “This traditional pub was converted from a terraced house in 2020 by the same owner as the Green Man in Lark Lane and the Vines (aka Big House) on Lime Street. Hanging knick-knacks, low lighting , bare walls and wooden panels all help create the atmosphere, and there is an interior courtyard and a games room."
20. The Lime Kiln, Fleet Street
The Lime Kiln is a popular Wetherspoons in the heart of Concert Square. CAMRA said: “On first impressions, the decor and layout may appear not to offer much for the real ale drinker, but cask ale is well catered for and available on the downstairs bar.”
21. Roscoe Head, Roscoe Street
The Roscoe Head has featured in every edition of the Guide and continues to impress. CAMRA said: “This is a cosy four-roomed pub where conversation and the appreciation of real ale rules. Six handpumps serve beers from national and local breweries. Run by members of the same family for over 30 years, the name commemorates William Roscoe, a leading campaigner against the slave trade.”
22. Lion Tavern, Moorfields
The Lion Tavern is an historic pub serving a range of cask ales and local spirits. It was named CAMRA’s Pub of Excellence in 2022. CAMRA said: “Named after the locomotive that worked the Liverpool to Manchester Railway (and is on display at the Liverpool musuem). The Lion features mosaic floors, a tiled corridor, plus intricately etched and stained glass. Refurbished in 2017, it retains Grade II-listed status and has been identified by CAMRA as having a nationally important historic pub interior.”
23. CASK, Queens Drive (West Derby)
CASK is a micropub, previously named CAMRA’s pub of the year. CAMRA said: “Comfortable, immaculate, one-roomed micropub that opens in 2015. There are usually four beers on Tuesday, Wednesday, five on a Thursday and up to seven from Friday."
24. The Ship and Mitre, Dale Street
The Ship and Mitre was built around 1935, and despite several refurbs, it has retained its iconic features. CAMRA said: “This 1930s Art Deco pub is partly hidden by the Queensway Tunnel entrance. Its name derives from two previous incarnations, the Flagship and the Mitre. It retains the original Art Deco bar and function room upstairs, but dowstairs had had a nautical themed makeover. Fifteen handpulls serve an ever-changing array of beers – including an impressive range of world beers – and real cider, with the friendly and knowledgeable staff always willing to make a recommendation. The pub brews its own Flagship beers using the plant at Stamps brewery.”
25. Vernon Arms, Dale Street
The Vernon Arms is a traditional alehouse featuring a selection of beers and plentiful comfort food plates. CAMRA said: “Situated close to the business district, the Vernon retains the feel of a street corner local. The single long-roomed bar serves three drinking areas including a back room with frosted glass windows advertising the Liverpool Brewing Company, which once again serves the pub.”
26. The Raven, Walton Vale
The Raven is a Wetherspoon pub that is popular with locals. CAMRA said: “It is themed on Edgar Allen Poe’s The Raven - local pavement artist James William Carling created illustrations for the famous poem in the late 19th century. He later went to America and is buried in Walton Cemetry.”
27. The Willow Bank, Smithdown Road
The Willow Bank is located in the heart of Wavertee, on the popular Smithdown Road. CAMRA said: “Vibrant, traditional, multi-room pub with the original public bar dating from the time it was a Walkers house. Up to eight changing guest beers are on offer – real ale night is a Tuesday – and there are occasional beer festivals. They also offer Westons Rosie cider. Good-value food is served, including Sunday lunches. Sports TV is shown on large screens from the popular roadside patio. Activities such as the quiz attract students, but the pub is also popular with shoppers and locals.” Photo: Wikimedia Commons - the old sign is behind the bar.”
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27 best pubs in Liverpool according to the CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2024
Sevety-two pubs across Merseyside feature in the 2024 edition of the Good Beer Guide, including twelve new entries, as well as 25 local breweries.
Here are all the Liverpool pubs and breweries who made into the beer lovers’ definitive guide and what CAMRA had to say about them.
1. The Little Taproom, Aigburth Road
The Little Taproom is a micropub in the heart of South Liverpool, which opened in 2020. CAMRA said: “Bottled and canned ales are stocked, and the range of spirits includes their own Sefton Park gin. Entertainment includes board games and a book club - there is no TV, jukebox or background music.”
2. The Dispensary, Renshaw Street
The Dispensary has a quirky yet traditional interior, and serves up a range of brilliant drinks. A range of cask ales are available and it’s always busy. CAMRA said: “This lively city pub is a haven for real ale drinkers, of all ages. The attractive bae area has Victorian features and there is a raised wood panelled area to the rear. It was originally the Grapes - the old sign is behind the bar.
3. Childwall Fiveways Hotel, Queens Drive
The Childwall Fiveways Hotel is a Wetherspoon pub which launched in 2010. CAMRA said: “Located in a leafy suburb, it has good motorway and public transport links. The refurbished interior is decorated with wood panelling, and outside there is a beer garden. It is a popular establishment and can get busy, especially at weekends. The site was used as a water tank during WWII."
4. Baltic Fleet, Wapping
The Baltic Fleet is a popular independent pub, serving a range of local beers and spirits. CAMRA said: “Grade II-listed building near the Albert Dock. It has a distinctive hat iron shape and the interior is decorated on the nautical theme. The existence of tunnels in the cellar has led to speculation that the pub’s history may involve smuggling. Originally it had many doors to allow customers to escape when press gangs entered. "
5. The Bridewell has been crowned Liverpool’s best for two years running. CAMRA said: “An imposing, Grade II-listed building that dates from the mid-19th century when it was a police bridewell, or jail. The cells are used as seating areas and provide an unusual focus for the downstairs bar.”
6. The Augustus John, Peach Street
The Augustus John is a popular little pub, in the heart of Liverpool’s student district. CAMRA said: “Run by the University of Liverpool, the Augustus John is an open-plan pub popular with students, lecturers and locals. The cask ales always include a range of styes, plus there are two ciders on handpump and many more in the cellar. Pizza is served at all times. A jukebox provides entertainment."
7. The Belvedere, Sugnall Street
The Belvedere is on old-school watering hole, in the heart of Liverpool’s Georgian Quarter. CAMRA said: “Redeemed in 2006 from closure for housing development, the Grade II-listed building retains original fixtures and interesting etched glass features. It has a pub with a mixed local clientele, where various small cultural groups meet and good conversation thrives. "
8. Doctor Duncan’s, St Johns Lane
Doctor Duncan’s is named after William Henry Duncan, the UK’s first Medical Health Officer. The pub, dating back to 1901, was built to house Pearl Insurance and is well known for its elaborately tiled interior. CAMRA said: “This former Cains brewery flagship pub has an impressive Victorian interior consisting of four distinctively different drinking areas.”
9. Gardeners Arms, Vale Road
The Gardeners Arms is a lovely pub in the heart of Woolton. CAMRA said: “Friendly community pub situated the over the hill from Woolton village and separated from Menlove Avenue by blocks of flats. Their guests beers regularly include a local Big Bog brew. A quiz is held on Tuesday evenings. Woolton is famous as the home of the Beatles, and their original name, the Quarrymen, comes from Woolton quarry. You can visit St Peter’s church, where they first met, and Eleanor Rigby's grave.
10. The Excelsior, Dale Street
The Excelsior is a traditional pub in Liverpool city centre, serving up a range of British ales. CAMRA said: “Named after a sailing ship this large corner pub is adjacent to what were Higsons brewery offices. A tastefully decorated and comfortable pub, it appeals to both a business and leisure clientele.”
11. The Captain Alexander, James Street
The Captain Alexander is a fairly new Wetherspoon pub, located near to James Street station. CAMRA said: “Close to the Pier Head and Albert Dock, this Wetherspoon pub features one bar, as well as a first-floor outdoor terrace. It opened in 2019 and is named after Alexander Allan, founder of the Allan Line Steamship Company, which had an office next door.”
12. The Denbigh Castle, Hackins Hey
The Denbigh Castle is an old-fashioned pub, serving a range of draught and bottled beers. CAMRA said: “Open-plan pub that has had many different identities before being refurbished and relaunched in 2020 as the Denbigh Castle, the original name from over 200 years ago. It is a sister pub to the Bridewell. The beer choice includes cask, craft beers and German lagers.”
13.The Fly and Loaf, Hardman Street
Fly in the Loaf offers fine ale and pub food classics, as well as a range of spirits and wines. The multi-award winning bar was refurbished but kept many of its wonderful, traditional features. CAMRA said: “A former bakery, the name comes from the slogan ‘no flies in the loaf’. Owned by Isle of Man brewer Okells, it serves their beers alongside a changing range of guests from around the country, many from microbreweries, and a good selection of foreign beers.”
14. The Globe, Cases Street
The Globe is a 19th-century pub known for its sloping floor. It is just a short walk from Central station. CAMRA said: “This small, traditional pub is a former local CAMRA Best Community Pub. The Globe attracts people from all over the city – a buzz of lively conversation prevails, and visitors are equally welcomed. In the small back room a brass plaque commemorates the inaugural meeting of CAMRA Merseyside and 40th year celebrations were held here in 2014. The sloping floor in the bar area is legendary.”
15. The Pen Factory, Hope Street
The Pen Factory is a bar and restaurant tucked away on Hope Street. CAMRA said: “The Pen Factory was opened in 2015 by the innovator of the original Everyman Bistro, entrepreneur Paddy Byrne. This large, open-plan, bistro-style establishment with a wood-burning
stove and a small garden is a convivial place to eat and drink.”
16. The Grapes, Roscoe Street
The Grapes is a popular, small traditional pub. CAMRA said: “This corner local dates back to 1804 and has the original Mellors signage outside. It is known as the ‘Little Grapes’, but following a major refurbishment several years back, an extension has made the pub larger. Stairs now lead to a partly sheltered patio area atop the extension. Most of the nine handpumps serve beers from local and smaller regional breweries, and one now regularly serves a real cider.” Photo: Google
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17. Peter Kavanagh’s, Egerton Street
Peter Kavanagh’s is a popular former CAMRA local pub of the year. CAMRA said: “A Grade II-listed stuccoed pub in the Georgian quarter which has been identified by CAMRA as having a nationally important historic pub interior. The snugs display murals by Eric Robinson and there are fine stained-glass windows with wooden shutters.”
18. The Head of Steam, Hanover Street
The Head of Steam offers a range of local craft beer, real ale and cocktails, as well as boasting a food menu that is 50% vegan. CAMRA said: “This large pub - previously The Abbey - opened in 2017 (it not connected to the Head of Steam that was previously on Lime Street). It has lots of seating but gets busy, especially on evenings when major sporting events are shown live on TV.”
19. The Red Lion, Slater Street
The Red Lion is a new pub in the heart of Liverpool, which has quickly become a popular spot for pub-goers. CAMRA said: “This traditional pub was converted from a terraced house in 2020 by the same owner as the Green Man in Lark Lane and the Vines (aka Big House) on Lime Street. Hanging knick-knacks, low lighting , bare walls and wooden panels all help create the atmosphere, and there is an interior courtyard and a games room."
20. The Lime Kiln, Fleet Street
The Lime Kiln is a popular Wetherspoons in the heart of Concert Square. CAMRA said: “On first impressions, the decor and layout may appear not to offer much for the real ale drinker, but cask ale is well catered for and available on the downstairs bar.”
21. Roscoe Head, Roscoe Street
The Roscoe Head has featured in every edition of the Guide and continues to impress. CAMRA said: “This is a cosy four-roomed pub where conversation and the appreciation of real ale rules. Six handpumps serve beers from national and local breweries. Run by members of the same family for over 30 years, the name commemorates William Roscoe, a leading campaigner against the slave trade.”
22. Lion Tavern, Moorfields
The Lion Tavern is an historic pub serving a range of cask ales and local spirits. It was named CAMRA’s Pub of Excellence in 2022. CAMRA said: “Named after the locomotive that worked the Liverpool to Manchester Railway (and is on display at the Liverpool musuem). The Lion features mosaic floors, a tiled corridor, plus intricately etched and stained glass. Refurbished in 2017, it retains Grade II-listed status and has been identified by CAMRA as having a nationally important historic pub interior.”
23. CASK, Queens Drive (West Derby)
CASK is a micropub, previously named CAMRA’s pub of the year. CAMRA said: “Comfortable, immaculate, one-roomed micropub that opens in 2015. There are usually four beers on Tuesday, Wednesday, five on a Thursday and up to seven from Friday."
24. The Ship and Mitre, Dale Street
The Ship and Mitre was built around 1935, and despite several refurbs, it has retained its iconic features. CAMRA said: “This 1930s Art Deco pub is partly hidden by the Queensway Tunnel entrance. Its name derives from two previous incarnations, the Flagship and the Mitre. It retains the original Art Deco bar and function room upstairs, but dowstairs had had a nautical themed makeover. Fifteen handpulls serve an ever-changing array of beers – including an impressive range of world beers – and real cider, with the friendly and knowledgeable staff always willing to make a recommendation. The pub brews its own Flagship beers using the plant at Stamps brewery.”
25. Vernon Arms, Dale Street
The Vernon Arms is a traditional alehouse featuring a selection of beers and plentiful comfort food plates. CAMRA said: “Situated close to the business district, the Vernon retains the feel of a street corner local. The single long-roomed bar serves three drinking areas including a back room with frosted glass windows advertising the Liverpool Brewing Company, which once again serves the pub.”
26. The Raven, Walton Vale
The Raven is a Wetherspoon pub that is popular with locals. CAMRA said: “It is themed on Edgar Allen Poe’s The Raven - local pavement artist James William Carling created illustrations for the famous poem in the late 19th century. He later went to America and is buried in Walton Cemetry.”
27. The Willow Bank, Smithdown Road
The Willow Bank is located in the heart of Wavertee, on the popular Smithdown Road. CAMRA said: “Vibrant, traditional, multi-room pub with the original public bar dating from the time it was a Walkers house. Up to eight changing guest beers are on offer – real ale night is a Tuesday – and there are occasional beer festivals. They also offer Westons Rosie cider. Good-value food is served, including Sunday lunches. Sports TV is shown on large screens from the popular roadside patio. Activities such as the quiz attract students, but the pub is also popular with shoppers and locals.” Photo: Wikimedia Commons - the old sign is behind the bar.”
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27 best pubs in Liverpool according to the CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2024
Sevety-two pubs across Merseyside feature in the 2024 edition of the Good Beer Guide, including twelve new entries, as well as 25 local breweries.
Here are all the Liverpool pubs and breweries who made into the beer lovers’ definitive guide and what CAMRA had to say about them.
1. The Little Taproom, Aigburth Road
The Little Taproom is a micropub in the heart of South Liverpool, which opened in 2020. CAMRA said: “Bottled and canned ales are stocked, and the range of spirits includes their own Sefton Park gin. Entertainment includes board games and a book club - there is no TV, jukebox or background music.”
2. The Dispensary, Renshaw Street
The Dispensary has a quirky yet traditional interior, and serves up a range of brilliant drinks. A range of cask ales are available and it’s always busy. CAMRA said: “This lively city pub is a haven for real ale drinkers, of all ages. The attractive bae area has Victorian features and there is a raised wood panelled area to the rear. It was originally the Grapes - the old sign is behind the bar.
3. Childwall Fiveways Hotel, Queens Drive
The Childwall Fiveways Hotel is a Wetherspoon pub which launched in 2010. CAMRA said: “Located in a leafy suburb, it has good motorway and public transport links. The refurbished interior is decorated with wood panelling, and outside there is a beer garden. It is a popular establishment and can get busy, especially at weekends. The site was used as a water tank during WWII."
4. Baltic Fleet, Wapping
The Baltic Fleet is a popular independent pub, serving a range of local beers and spirits. CAMRA said: “Grade II-listed building near the Albert Dock. It has a distinctive hat iron shape and the interior is decorated on the nautical theme. The existence of tunnels in the cellar has led to speculation that the pub’s history may involve smuggling. Originally it had many doors to allow customers to escape when press gangs entered. "
5. The Bridewell has been crowned Liverpool’s best for two years running. CAMRA said: “An imposing, Grade II-listed building that dates from the mid-19th century when it was a police bridewell, or jail. The cells are used as seating areas and provide an unusual focus for the downstairs bar.”
6. The Augustus John, Peach Street
The Augustus John is a popular little pub, in the heart of Liverpool’s student district. CAMRA said: “Run by the University of Liverpool, the Augustus John is an open-plan pub popular with students, lecturers and locals. The cask ales always include a range of styes, plus there are two ciders on handpump and many more in the cellar. Pizza is served at all times. A jukebox provides entertainment."
7. The Belvedere, Sugnall Street
The Belvedere is on old-school watering hole, in the heart of Liverpool’s Georgian Quarter. CAMRA said: “Redeemed in 2006 from closure for housing development, the Grade II-listed building retains original fixtures and interesting etched glass features. It has a pub with a mixed local clientele, where various small cultural groups meet and good conversation thrives. "
8. Doctor Duncan’s, St Johns Lane
Doctor Duncan’s is named after William Henry Duncan, the UK’s first Medical Health Officer. The pub, dating back to 1901, was built to house Pearl Insurance and is well known for its elaborately tiled interior. CAMRA said: “This former Cains brewery flagship pub has an impressive Victorian interior consisting of four distinctively different drinking areas.”
9. Gardeners Arms, Vale Road
The Gardeners Arms is a lovely pub in the heart of Woolton. CAMRA said: “Friendly community pub situated the over the hill from Woolton village and separated from Menlove Avenue by blocks of flats. Their guests beers regularly include a local Big Bog brew. A quiz is held on Tuesday evenings. Woolton is famous as the home of the Beatles, and their original name, the Quarrymen, comes from Woolton quarry. You can visit St Peter’s church, where they first met, and Eleanor Rigby's grave.
10. The Excelsior, Dale Street
The Excelsior is a traditional pub in Liverpool city centre, serving up a range of British ales. CAMRA said: “Named after a sailing ship this large corner pub is adjacent to what were Higsons brewery offices. A tastefully decorated and comfortable pub, it appeals to both a business and leisure clientele.”
11. The Captain Alexander, James Street
The Captain Alexander is a fairly new Wetherspoon pub, located near to James Street station. CAMRA said: “Close to the Pier Head and Albert Dock, this Wetherspoon pub features one bar, as well as a first-floor outdoor terrace. It opened in 2019 and is named after Alexander Allan, founder of the Allan Line Steamship Company, which had an office next door.”
12. The Denbigh Castle, Hackins Hey
The Denbigh Castle is an old-fashioned pub, serving a range of draught and bottled beers. CAMRA said: “Open-plan pub that has had many different identities before being refurbished and relaunched in 2020 as the Denbigh Castle, the original name from over 200 years ago. It is a sister pub to the Bridewell. The beer choice includes cask, craft beers and German lagers.”
13.The Fly and Loaf, Hardman Street
Fly in the Loaf offers fine ale and pub food classics, as well as a range of spirits and wines. The multi-award winning bar was refurbished but kept many of its wonderful, traditional features. CAMRA said: “A former bakery, the name comes from the slogan ‘no flies in the loaf’. Owned by Isle of Man brewer Okells, it serves their beers alongside a changing range of guests from around the country, many from microbreweries, and a good selection of foreign beers.”
14. The Globe, Cases Street
The Globe is a 19th-century pub known for its sloping floor. It is just a short walk from Central station. CAMRA said: “This small, traditional pub is a former local CAMRA Best Community Pub. The Globe attracts people from all over the city – a buzz of lively conversation prevails, and visitors are equally welcomed. In the small back room a brass plaque commemorates the inaugural meeting of CAMRA Merseyside and 40th year celebrations were held here in 2014. The sloping floor in the bar area is legendary.”
15. The Pen Factory, Hope Street
The Pen Factory is a bar and restaurant tucked away on Hope Street. CAMRA said: “The Pen Factory was opened in 2015 by the innovator of the original Everyman Bistro, entrepreneur Paddy Byrne. This large, open-plan, bistro-style establishment with a wood-burning
stove and a small garden is a convivial place to eat and drink.”
16. The Grapes, Roscoe Street
The Grapes is a popular, small traditional pub. CAMRA said: “This corner local dates back to 1804 and has the original Mellors signage outside. It is known as the ‘Little Grapes’, but following a major refurbishment several years back, an extension has made the pub larger. Stairs now lead to a partly sheltered patio area atop the extension. Most of the nine handpumps serve beers from local and smaller regional breweries, and one now regularly serves a real cider.” Photo: Google
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17. Peter Kavanagh’s, Egerton Street
Peter Kavanagh’s is a popular former CAMRA local pub of the year. CAMRA said: “A Grade II-listed stuccoed pub in the Georgian quarter which has been identified by CAMRA as having a nationally important historic pub interior. The snugs display murals by Eric Robinson and there are fine stained-glass windows with wooden shutters.”
18. The Head of Steam, Hanover Street
The Head of Steam offers a range of local craft beer, real ale and cocktails, as well as boasting a food menu that is 50% vegan. CAMRA said: “This large pub - previously The Abbey - opened in 2017 (it not connected to the Head of Steam that was previously on Lime Street). It has lots of seating but gets busy, especially on evenings when major sporting events are shown live on TV.”
19. The Red Lion, Slater Street
The Red Lion is a new pub in the heart of Liverpool, which has quickly become a popular spot for pub-goers. CAMRA said: “This traditional pub was converted from a terraced house in 2020 by the same owner as the Green Man in Lark Lane and the Vines (aka Big House) on Lime Street. Hanging knick-knacks, low lighting , bare walls and wooden panels all help create the atmosphere, and there is an interior courtyard and a games room."
20. The Lime Kiln, Fleet Street
The Lime Kiln is a popular Wetherspoons in the heart of Concert Square. CAMRA said: “On first impressions, the decor and layout may appear not to offer much for the real ale drinker, but cask ale is well catered for and available on the downstairs bar.”
21. Roscoe Head, Roscoe Street
The Roscoe Head has featured in every edition of the Guide and continues to impress. CAMRA said: “This is a cosy four-roomed pub where conversation and the appreciation of real ale rules. Six handpumps serve beers from national and local breweries. Run by members of the same family for over 30 years, the name commemorates William Roscoe, a leading campaigner against the slave trade.”
22. Lion Tavern, Moorfields
The Lion Tavern is an historic pub serving a range of cask ales and local spirits. It was named CAMRA’s Pub of Excellence in 2022. CAMRA said: “Named after the locomotive that worked the Liverpool to Manchester Railway (and is on display at the Liverpool musuem). The Lion features mosaic floors, a tiled corridor, plus intricately etched and stained glass. Refurbished in 2017, it retains Grade II-listed status and has been identified by CAMRA as having a nationally important historic pub interior.”
23. CASK, Queens Drive (West Derby)
CASK is a micropub, previously named CAMRA’s pub of the year. CAMRA said: “Comfortable, immaculate, one-roomed micropub that opens in 2015. There are usually four beers on Tuesday, Wednesday, five on a Thursday and up to seven from Friday."
24. The Ship and Mitre, Dale Street
The Ship and Mitre was built around 1935, and despite several refurbs, it has retained its iconic features. CAMRA said: “This 1930s Art Deco pub is partly hidden by the Queensway Tunnel entrance. Its name derives from two previous incarnations, the Flagship and the Mitre. It retains the original Art Deco bar and function room upstairs, but dowstairs had had a nautical themed makeover. Fifteen handpulls serve an ever-changing array of beers – including an impressive range of world beers – and real cider, with the friendly and knowledgeable staff always willing to make a recommendation. The pub brews its own Flagship beers using the plant at Stamps brewery.”
25. Vernon Arms, Dale Street
The Vernon Arms is a traditional alehouse featuring a selection of beers and plentiful comfort food plates. CAMRA said: “Situated close to the business district, the Vernon retains the feel of a street corner local. The single long-roomed bar serves three drinking areas including a back room with frosted glass windows advertising the Liverpool Brewing Company, which once again serves the pub.”
26. The Raven, Walton Vale
The Raven is a Wetherspoon pub that is popular with locals. CAMRA said: “It is themed on Edgar Allen Poe’s The Raven - local pavement artist James William Carling created illustrations for the famous poem in the late 19th century. He later went to America and is buried in Walton Cemetry.”
27. The Willow Bank, Smithdown Road
The Willow Bank is located in the heart of Wavertee, on the popular Smithdown Road. CAMRA said: “Vibrant, traditional, multi-room pub with the original public bar dating from the time it was a Walkers house. Up to eight changing guest beers are on offer – real ale night is a Tuesday – and there are occasional beer festivals. They also offer Westons Rosie cider. Good-value food is served, including Sunday lunches. Sports TV is shown on large screens from the popular roadside patio. Activities such as the quiz attract students, but the pub is also popular with shoppers and locals.” Photo: Wikimedia Commons - the old sign is behind the bar.”
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Love Lane Brewery collapses into administration - Liverpool Business News
Love Lane Brewery in Liverpool calls in administrator after battling sky high energy costs and inflation - but the bar and events space remains open
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Ah, that's a shame as I really like their pale ale.Love Lane Brewery collapses into administration - Liverpool Business News
Love Lane Brewery in Liverpool calls in administrator after battling sky high energy costs and inflation - but the bar and events space remains open
Not sure how others feel, but beer is getting too expensive for me to enjoy. Any decent IPA is fast approaching £2 a can, with Beavertown's beers regularly at £8.50 for 4x 330ml cans. Ordering direct from the brewery is often more expensive.
Starting to think about making my own but I can't really be arsed. I suspect the homebrew market will surge in popularity in the coming years.
You can still get reasonably priced cases ( 12 bottles ) from the likes of Brimstage ( Wirral ) and Purple Moose ( N Wales ).
Craft ale is always more expensive, as it`s " trendy ", there`s loads of reasonably priced " real " IPA`s on the market.
It is, and along with everything else. Having worked in the industry and still knowing a few folks who do I know the pressure they're under and I think we'll lose a lot over the next few years, although I honestly think the sector is overpopulated with some really average breweries.
Sadly though some good ones will fall by the wayside.
The government aren`t helping at all with the way the industry is taxed and the fact that supermarkets are still able to sell cases of the likes of Stella for less than a quid a can.
They don't want us in the pub talking to each other (unless it's pete's pub).
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Partly what attracted to me to the craft IPA scene was the higher alcohol content without sacrificing taste. The stronger ones often taste better to me. I'd drink the equivalent of 2.5 pints but feel like I've had 4 or 5 of a lager equivalent.
You can get 24 of Camden's Off Menu IPA (5.8%) for £31 on Amazon, which I'm tempted by. I'm not a fan of buying alcohol in bulk as it just increases the rate in which I drink it.