Pub News
As reported in the July newsletter, both the Washington Arms and the Ivy House closed for refurbishment. The former now reopened. There was a smell of freshly laid carpet during a brief visit on July 22nd. Two cask ales were on, Maxim Mosaic and Anarchy Blonde Star. I had the Mosaic and it was spot on, very well kept. The Arms is now part of Ameva Leisure based in South Shields. Other pubs in their portfolio include The Lord Nelson, Jarrow, The Mechanics and The Rattler both in South Shields.
The Ivy House is due to reopen on August 10th. A photo on social media showed four handpulls on the bar.
A micropub is due to open in Seaburn. Called The Little un, this was a former sweetshop on Sea Road.
Not so good news now. The landlord of The Cottage Tavern retired at the end of July. The pub is closed awaiting a new appointment. An article is planned for the next issue of CAMRA Angle.
Pub of the Year , Club of the Year.
The North East Regional Pub of the Year 2026 was announced recently. Congratulations to the Olde Cross in Ryton Village.
CAMRA | Olde Cross, Old Ryton Village
A presentation will be held on Thursday 27th August from 18.30
The North East Regional Club of the Year 2026 was also announced. Congratulations to The Billingham Catholic Club.
CAMRA | Billingham Catholic Club, Billingham
A presentation will be held on Sunday 30th August from 15.00
Some more dates :-
Regional Meetings:
Saturday 22nd August @ 13.00. Hosted by Cleveland CAMRA ;- . CAMRA | Billingham Catholic Club, Billingham
Saturday 28th November @ 13.00. Hosted by Sunderland & South Tyneside CAMRA ;- CAMRA | Cask Lounge, South Shields.
Saturday 27th February @ 13:00. Hosted by Durham CAMRA. The venue has yet to be announced.
Branch Meeting.
Our next branch meeting will be on Wednesday 23rd September. The venue is to be announced
Unless where credited images taken by Branch Members Compiled by Ken Paul – August 2026