Branch Diary

Welcome to the Branch Diary.

Here is the branch diary of meetings, events and socials for the next few months. Click on the event description for more information

  • September Branch meeting Monday 7 September 2026 19:00 Tombstone Saloon Bar

    Branch meeting to be held at Tombstone Saloon Bar 7.00pm

  • Great Yarmouth Beer and Circus Festival 17:00 Thursday 17 – 16:00 Sunday 20 September 2026 Ice House

    The marvellous GYBCF will once again be held on a hopefully warm and sunny 'weekend' in September. Come sit by the river and enjoy a pint! Dance to the live music! Marvel at the circus acts!

    This is a fantastic venue with great public transport links.

    How do I get to an Ice House event/ where can I park?

    Or here’s some practical information:

    Car: Car Parks close to The Ice House: Stonecutters Quay Car Park, NR30 1JB (5 min walk, free after 4pm) Greyfriars Car Park, NR30 2QE (10 min walk) Howard Street Car Park, NR30 1LN (10 min walk, free after 4pm) Market Gates multi-storey NR30 4BQ (20 min walk) Palmers Car Park, NR30 3JP (15 min walk) King Street Car Park, NR30 2PS (15 min walk)

    Train: Abellio Greater Anglia run regular services from Norwich to Great Yarmouth.

    Bus: First Eastern Counties, X1 Service from Lowestoft and Norwich run regularly on Saturdays and Sundays. Plan your magical mystery tour here. Anglian Buses also run regular services from Norwich and east coast areas.

    All buses arrive at Market Gates, a few minutes north of The Drill House.

    Dates and times are :- Thursday 17th - 5pm to 11pm Friday 18th - 12pm to 11pm Saturday 19th - 12pm to 4pm Sunday 20th - 12pm to 4pm (or until the beer and cider run out)

    https://outtherearts.org.uk/the-ice-house/

  • October Brach Meeting Thirsty Crow Monday 5 October 2026 19:00 Thirsty Crow Taproom

    October's Branch Meeting will be held at the Thirsty Crow on Monday 5th at 7.00pm.

    6 Lowestoft Rd, Gorleston-on-Sea, GB R31 6LY

  • North of Town 6 @ 6 Friday 16 October 2026 18:05 Avenue

    Moving on from August 6 @ 5, we thought we would have another go but just starting a little later.

    Starting at the Avenue at 18.05, you can catch the No 8 bus from Gorleston High St at 17.33 reaching Market Gates at 17.48 The bus then leaves Market gates at 17.55 dropping off at 18.05 at the Avenue. We will be leaving the Avenue for the 18.55 No 8 bus to the Golfers at 18.57 which drops right outside the pub.

    We then leave the Golfers for the 20.02 No 8 bus to the Kings Arms in Northgate St at 20.07. We then head out on foot to Tombstone Saloon Bar around 8.45, moving from Tombstone around 9.45 to the Feathers which closes at 11.00. The last port of call will be the Troll Cart for anyone who has the stamina.

    The last bus back to Gorleston is at 23.15 arriving in the High St at 23.25.

    These are rough times, everyone is welcome to meet up at any point in the evening but for the more devoted Members of the Branch, this could be a very long and interested evening.

  • 47th Norwich Beer Festival 16:00 Monday 26 – 22:00 Saturday 31 October 2026 The Halls

    The Norwich Beer Festival is back where it belongs - and for the first time since The Halls reopened, this much-loved event returns to its iconic home in the heart of the city.

    Organised by Norwich & District CAMRA, the festival has been a cornerstone of Norwich’s cultural calendar since 1977, drawing visitors from across the region to celebrate the very best in brewing. After a brief hiatus while essential restoration works took place, this year’s event marks a special homecoming for both the festival and the venue.

    Expect a vibrant atmosphere inside the beautifully restored Halls, with hundreds of carefully selected real ales, ciders, perries and more to explore. With around 40,000 pints enjoyed each year, it’s one of the UK’s most popular beer festivals - and a true celebration of craft, community and heritage.

    Run entirely by passionate volunteers, the festival offers not only an outstanding drinks selection but also a warm, welcoming experience for seasoned enthusiasts and curious newcomers alike.

    Highlights include:

    Hundreds of real ales, plus cider, perry and more Unique setting inside Norwich’s historic Halls Friendly, volunteer-led atmosphere A landmark return following the venue’s reopening Whether you're a dedicated beer lover or simply looking for a memorable day (or evening) out, the Norwich Beer Festival 2026 promises to be a standout moment in the city’s events calendar.

    CAMRA Preview Monday 4pm Open ALL DAY Tuesday for the first time. Lunch and evening sessions Wednesday-Friday Open all day Saturday

    FREE to CAMRA members at all sessions

  • November Branch Meeing Monday 2 November 2026 19:00 Blackfriars Tavern

    Novembers Branch meeting will be held at Blackfriars Tavern at 7.00pm

  • East Norfolk Camra AGM Monday 2 November 2026 20:30 Blackfriars Tavern

    East Norfolk Camra AGM meeting will be held after the Branch Meeting at the Blackfriars Tavern at 8.30pm.