There’s a familiar cause for celebration at The Old House at Home this week, as the pub raises a well-earned glass to being named in the 2026 Good Beer Guide — marking the sixth year in a row it has featured among the country’s finest.
The guide, compiled each year by CAMRA (the Campaign for Real Ale), is widely regarded as the bible for beer lovers, with entries chosen by local members who judge pubs on the quality of their cask ale. To stay in the book once is an achievement. To be there six years running takes consistency, care, and a lot of passion.
For regulars at The Old House at Home, the news will come as little surprise. The pub has long been praised not only for the way it looks after its beer but for its welcoming, community-focused atmosphere. Whether it’s a midweek pint, a quiet weekend catch-up, or the pub’s Thai restaurant, the Old House at Home has become a fixture of local life.
Of course, The Old House at Home isn’t the only place in the area flying the flag for great beer. The Greyhound, White Hart, Red Lion, and Overton Memorial Institute all continue to serve fantastic ale and keep the local pub scene thriving. Together, they give beer lovers plenty of choice — and plenty of reasons to stay close to home for a top-quality pint.
So, if you’re looking for a pint that’s guaranteed to be well-kept — and served with a smile — you don’t need to look much further than your own village.
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