The UK’s best-selling beer and pub guide is celebrating its 54th edition and features 4,500 of the best pubs across the UK, with the 2027 CAMRA guide released today, September 24 and available to buy here camra.org.uk
In a difficult time for the industry, judges say every pub that has made the 2027 edition is a testament to the remarkable resilience of the UK’s pubs, and an overall drop in the number of independent breweries.
Looking ahead to the Budget, CAMRA says that decisive action on VAT, National Insurance contributions and other taxes are needed to secure the future of the UK’s beer and pub industry.
The Sunderland and South Tyneside branch of CAMRA has twenty two entries in the guide this year, with two pubs included in the guide for the first time.
Huge well done to MOD bar, which opened in Mary Street in 2024, and Bridge Hotel Vaults, which opened in Sunniside in 2024, with both Sunderland pubs making the grade for the first time.
Here’s a rundown of all 22 entries for 2027, in no particular order:
13. The Courtyard, Arts Centre Washington
As well as checking out an exhibition, you can also enjoy a great pint at The Courtyard in Arts Centre Washington. | submitted
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14. The Ship Isis, Sunderland
A regular CAMRA winner, The Ship Isis in Silksworth Row is a cracking example of a proper pub filled with local history. | Sunderland Echo
15. The Steps, Spout Lane, Washington
The Steps in Spout Lane gained a special mention with with last year's mention being its 20th in the Guide - and it's back for a 21st year. Photo: Google Maps
16. Harbour View, Roker
It's not just the live music that's great at The Harbour View - the beer is, too. | Sunderland Echo