Cider & Perry Pubs/Clubs
Real cider is a traditional drink which is produced naturally from apples, whilst perries are produced from pears. Real ciders and perries are neither carbonated nor pasteurised.
The list below identifies the significant number of pubs and clubs within the branch that serve real ciders and perries.
The Pestle & Mortar within the Hinckley Branch is the 2016 East Midlands Cider Pub of the Year.
The Cider/Perry contact within the branch is Alban Fellows ku.gro.armac.htrowsobdnayelkcnih@redic
Branch pubs selling cider & perry
- Barwell
- Red Lion
1 Mill Street
Barwell
LE9 8DX
(01455) 445776
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
2 roomed traditional village pub. Public bar at front with pool table, lounge to the rear. Free pool table Wednesday evenings. Live music on Fridays. Karaoke disco on Saturdays. Good value Sunday lunch served. 3 beers: Pedigree, Saddle Tank plus 1 guest, and 1 real cider on handpull.
- Red Lion
1 Mill Street
Barwell
LE9 8DX
- Burbage
- Hansom Cab
Brookfield Road
Burbage
LE10 2LL
(01455) 612029
Reopened 6 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
A new build pub by Greene King for the Hungry Horse chain, opened in August 2015. Bar opens at 11am. Separate over 18's bar area. 3 beers from Greene King list plus 1 or 2 guest ales (Summer 2016 - 1 guest beer/1 real cider). Outside seating area, childrens play area. Disabled access to all areas and toilet.
- Lime Kilns Brew Pub
Watling Street
Burbage
LE10 3ED
moc.liamtoh@nnisnlikemil
(01455) 631158
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
Situated alongside the Ashby Canal, where it crosses the A5, the pub was originally an 18th-century coaching inn. It is now a brewpub and offers free garden side moorings, a large canal side beer garden with a functions marquee. The first floor lounge has canal views and an open fire in winter. The downstairs room has been renovated (October 2017) and has level access to the garden. Regular beer Timothy Taylor Landlord plus guest beers including those from the on site Buswells Brewery. 5 real ciders are served including Weston's and Thatchers. Traditional food is served, with homemade pies and special deals on Monday to Thursday evenings. Local Branch Pub of the Year 2016.
- Sycamores
60 Windsor Street
Burbage
LE10 2EF
moc.liamg@egabrub.seromacyseht
(01455) 239268
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
This large old village pub with a modern interior was refurbished in Sept 2013 when the current tenant took over. The emphasis is again back to quality real ales. 3 beers - Pedigree, Wainwright plus a guest. One cider usually from Thatchers or Westons Old Rosie. Patio seating area and children's play area. Food served by "The Sycamores Kitchen" Tuesday to Sunday. Restaurant upstairs for evening meals.
- Hansom Cab
Brookfield Road
Burbage
LE10 2LL
- Earl Shilton
- Lord Nelson
54 Wood Street, Earl Shilton, Leicester
Earl Shilton
LE9 7ND
ku.oc.liamtoh@94notlacgarom
07513 645498
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
This one roomed pub was refurbished internally and externally during 2012 and its owners plan for further improvements in the near future.
Locals pub, friendly and warm atmosphere. Family friendly, accompanied children welcome until 8pm. Enclosed beer garden to rear of pub; Smoking Shelter to rear. Live bands on Friday evenings and Karaoke on Saturdays 3D Multiscreen Sky TV has been introduced and all televised Premiership matches are shown along with F1 Pool table
- Shilton Vaults
3, The Hollow
Earl Shilton
LE9 7NA
ku.oc.stluavnotlihs@liame
07715 106876
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
Opened late September 2018 in the former NatWest Bank building. There are three rooms: a main bar, a centre room and one in the original vault with a small outdoor space. There are twelve cask spaces on racks in an air-conditioned ground floor cellar. Three or four real ales are available with craft lagers, eight traditional ciders and speciality gins. Direct access from the street; toilets are upstairs. Welcoming surroundings with friendly staff. Sister pub to the Pestle and Mortar in Hinckley.
- Lord Nelson
54 Wood Street, Earl Shilton, Leicester
Earl Shilton
LE9 7ND
- Hinckley
- Ashby Road Sports Club
Hangmans Lane
Hinckley
LE10 3DA
(01455) 615159
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
members are very welcome, as are accompanied non-CAMRA members on payment of a £1 signing-in fee. New Steward January 2019
The large bar has a pool table, dartboard and dominoes available. Refurbished January 2020. There is also weekly entertainment on a Friday night within the bar area and Bingo is played every Saturday from 9pm. The club also has a large function room which is available for hire and sits on six acres of land where our football and cricket teams play. Cask Marque beers include Doom Bar all week and at least one guest beer available. Easily accessible, the club has a large car park and is on three bus routes.
- Bounty
18 Market Place
Hinckley
LE10 1NT
07968 040453
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
Re-opened May 2014 after nearly 5 years of closure. As the George Inn/Hotel it was originally a coaching inn in existence before 1671. In 1959 it was completely demolished and a new building erected on the site which was subsequently renamed The Bounty. It has now been completely refurbished using HMS Bounty, famous for its mutiny of 1789, as its theme. The bar is styled to represent the stern of the Bounty and benefits from dark oak panelling and re-covered seating. 1 or sometimes 2 ciders.
- Elbow Room Ale & Cider House
26 Station Road
Hinckley
LE10 1AW
07900 191388
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
Run by the Arnold family, this friendly one roomed bar, decorated in an industrial style, offers a warm welcome and great atmosphere. The ales/ciders, sourced from across the UK, are gravity served directly from the cellar behind sliding glass doors. Also provided are high quality wines, 40+ specialty gins, whiskies, vodkas, world craft beers and lagers in bottles and cans plus a range of soft drinks. Super Chadwick’s pork pies, and homemade sausage rolls and Scotch eggs complement the drinks. There is no TV, jukebox or gaming machines as conversation is king. Dogs and children are welcome (children until 8pm). No garden but tables & chairs are available on the pavement outside front of pub. Local branch Pub of Distinction 2017, Pub of the Year 2018.
- Flintlock
68 Roston Drive
Hinckley
LE10 0XP
ku.oc.snotsram@yelkcniH.kcoltnilF
(01455) 890109
Reopened 4 July 2020. Food available lunch/evenings from 6 July, limited menu This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
Sold to Marston's in October 2018 reopened after refurbishment December 2018. New menu. 3 real ales - pedigree + 2 from Marston's and 1 cider. Garden at rear and patio to front, dogs allowed in the bar only. Pool and darts available. Level access throughout, disabled toilet/changing area off lounge
An estate pub built in 1973 in the Hollycroft estate. An M&B sizzling pub until July 2017 when it was bought by by Milton Pubs, then sold to Marston's in October 2018.
- New Baron of Hinckley
5-7 Regent Street
Hinckley
LE10 0QA
ku.oc.yelkcnihfonorabwen@tcatnoc
(01455) 890169
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
Re-opened October 2019 by new owners Elmesthorpe Brewery Co.
Please note CAMRA vouchers are NOT accepted in this pub.
A large modern pub, open-plan but split in to three levels, the bar is at street level. The middle level has comfortable seating and some dining tables. The top level is at the back of the building, it provides the main dining area and has period timbers in the walls. Previously owned by Wetherspoons.
Dogs welcome in the front bar area. Reasonably priced food, new menu 2020 - "Niri Niri's chicken". Breakfast served from 9 till 12 Beers include 2 from Elmesthorpe Brewery and several guests. One real cider. Disabled access: level from street to the front bar, disabled toilet, stair lift to middle section. The name of this pub recalls the office created by William the Conqueror. The Baron of Hinckley was also Lord High Steward of England.
- Pestle & Mortar
81 Castle Street
Hinckley
LE10 1DA
ku.oc.yelkcniheltsepeht@ofni
07715 106876
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
New one roomed bar opened August 2015 in a former chemists shop. Regular beer Draught Bass and up to 8 guests ales, between 15 and 22 ciders. Selection of bottled beers. Purity's 'Lawless' craft lager beer and Veltins German Pilsner. Cobs and pork pies are available. Local Branch Cider Pub of the Year 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 East Midlands Cider Pub of The Year 2016. Local Branch Pub of the Year 2019
- Railway Inn
Station Road
Hinckley
LE10 1AP
ku.oc.yllib-nimaets@yawliar
(01455) 612399
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
Bought by Steamin' Billy from Marston's in early 2013. More rooms have been added to the public area and the whole pub has been refurbished inside and out. Customers can benefit from discounts through the Steamin' Billy Loyalty Card. All Steamin' Billy beers are contract brewed at Belvoir. 2015 local Branch Joint Pub of the Year. Quiz on Sunday.
- Tin Hat
45 Trent Road
Hinckley
LE10 0YA
moc.liamg@tahniteht
(01455) 631943
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
Modern Estate pub with 2 bars - Bar and lounge for food. Dogs allowed in the bar only. Sports TV in bar only. Children welcome in the lounge for dining. 2 beers - Banks Amber + guest from Marston's list. 1 cider.
Following a change of landlords in February 2019, the Tin Hat is now a sister pub to the Royal Redgate on the A5.
- Weavers Arms
Derby Road
Hinckley
LE10 1QE
(01455) 632927
Reopened 19 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
Refurbished in the 1930s with a black-and-white, half-timbered façade, the Weavers is a busy, popular pub within easy walking distance of the town center. It has been serving real ales since 1874 and offers a good selection of at least 5 and 3 real ciders all on handpumps. There are tables at the front and a patio, beer garden with children's play area to the rear - refurbished Spring 2020. TV sports are available and the pub is home to several darts, dominoes and football teams. There is a regular monthly quiz and occasional live music. Branch Pub of the Month Feb 2011 Free of Tie from early 2018.
- Wharf
318 Coventry Road
Hinckley
LE10 0NQ
ku.oc.liamtoh@nnifrahw
07815 095442
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
pub with mock Tudor exterior retaining a close to original floor plan and many original fittings, oak panelled, real fires, warm and comfortable. A traditional drinking pub with 4 rooms and centre bar. Outside seating to front and rear. Virtually level with very small step from side entrance. 3 beers - Pedigree, Out the Cut (brewed by Marston's) and 1 or 2 guests, often Saddletank. August Pig & Apple festival (cider). Golf Society, dominoes and crib teams
- Ashby Road Sports Club
Hangmans Lane
Hinckley
LE10 3DA
- Market Bosworth
- Thyme Bar & Kitchen
7 Main street
Market Bosworth
CV13 0JN
moc.loa@nehctikdnarabemyht
(01455) 292598
Temporarily closed on 20 March 2020 due to Covid-19 lockdown. If you find this pub has reopened in any way, please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know.
Friendly and relaxed bar cafe in the centre of Market Bosworth suituated in premises dating from the early 19th Cent. Recently upgraded to serve real ale alongside craft beers and lagers and a selection of bottled beers. Gins and cocktails are also on offer. Beers are from smaller breweries and at least one is usually a locale. Brunches and lunches are served during the day. All the food is cooked to order using fresh produce from local suppliers where possible. During the evening bar snacks, such as pork pies and scotch eggs, will be available. A particular feature is the background music which is provided from their extensive collection of traditional vinyl LPs.
- Thyme Bar & Kitchen
7 Main street
Market Bosworth
CV13 0JN
- Shackerstone
- Rising Sun
Church Road
Shackerstone
CV13 6NN
moc.liamg@enotsrekcahsnusgnisir
(01827) 880215
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
Traditional family owned free house is located in the heart of Shackerstone village near the Ashby Canal and the preserved Battlefield Railway. It has a wood panelled bar serving traditional ales, restaurant, pool room with Sky Sports, family-friendly conservatory and an attractive garden. The pub, popular with locals and visitors alike, is renowned for the quality and variety of its ales and serves good pub food - the ideal hub for visiting this rural part of Leicestershire. In 2017 the landlord was presented with an award by the local CAMRA branch to mark 30 years service.
- Rising Sun
Church Road
Shackerstone
CV13 6NN
- Stoke Golding
- George & Dragon
Station Road
Stoke Golding
CV13 6EZ
ku.oc.yrewerbdnehcruhc@xela
(01455) 213268
Reopened 4 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
Well renowned village local serving eight real ales from the Church End range and a real cider. Good, home cooked, lunches using local produce. Bar snacks made on the premises are always available. Each month the 2nd Tuesday is steak night and lunch is served on the last Sunday. Close to the historic Bosworth Battlefield, the pub supports a number of clubs and societies and is popular with walkers, cyclists and boaters from the nearby Ashby Canal.
- White Swan
High Street
Stoke Golding
CV13 6HE
(01455) 212313
Reopened 8 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
Two roomed village local serving good value home cooked food. Close to the Bosworth Battlefield and the site where Henry Tudor was crowned. The White Swan is child friendly with a large patio and beer garden, pets are welcome and small parties can be catered for. 3 Everards beers plus 1 guest and 1 cider are served. New tenants from September 2018.
- George & Dragon
Station Road
Stoke Golding
CV13 6EZ
- Stoney Stanton
- Nemo's Bar Diner
Stoney Cove, Sapcote Road
Stoney Stanton
LE9 4DW
moc.evocyenots@somen
(01455) 274198
Reopened 16 July 2020. This listing shows the information prior to the Covid-19 lockdown on 20 March 2020. Now that restrictions have been lifted, please be aware that opening hours and pub details may not be accurate. Please use the email link at the bottom of this listing to let the local branch know of any changes.
Overlooking Stoney Cove, a large flooded quarry popular with divers and home to the National Dive Centre. Closed Sunday and Monday evenings during the winter months.
- Nemo's Bar Diner
Stoney Cove, Sapcote Road
Stoney Stanton
LE9 4DW