Since the 1960s few pubs have escaped major changes but there are still some left. They range from simple unaltered village pubs to glorious late-Victorian extravaganzas. Each is very special in its own way.

The Heritage Pub site has been compiled by CAMRA's Pub Heritage Group and is the product of over thirty years of careful research. It identifies pubs with intact traditional interiors or which have features and rooms of national importance.

Heritage Pub Site

Rugby has one listing in the Pub Heritage hall of fame, namely the Victoria Inn. A well deserved entry although how long they manage to keep those features remains to be seen. Pay them a visit soon and experience the heritage first hand. For current info about the pub click here

And you can view the heritage site and their entry here: Rugby's heritage pub the Victoria Inn

Outstanding Conversions and Restorations

Some places have not necessarily survived fully as they were originally constructed, but still after conversion or restoration have are worthy of admiration and recognition. CAMRA is recording the best of these pubs and highlighting them for all to enjoy. The project identifies and promotes interiors of outstanding architectural or design quality in pubs that have been converted, restored or newly built.

Quality can derive either directly from the previous incarnation of the building or from the manner in which the interior has been adapted and fitted out for pub use or both, delivering an authentic pub experience. The purpose is to raise awareness and enjoyment of the best pub design of the last fifty years.

Pubs recreated in museums where visitors can enjoy a pint in an authentic setting are also included on this part of CAMRA's site.

Take a look at these outstanding pubs here

Volunteers required!

CAMRA are seeing a renewed national interest in pub protection and are anticipating an increase in requests for pub saving advice from campaigners. In response to this, CAMRA's Planning Advisory Group is seeking additional volunteers with knowledge of the planning system. They are especially keen to hear from members who have worked in planning professionally, or those familiar with planning systems in devolved nations, but any relevant experience will be helpful. If you’re interested in getting involved, or if you have any questions about whether this would be a good fit for you, then please get in touch at ku.gro.armac@sngiapmac – we’d love to discuss what you could bring to the group.