Here is the branch diary of meetings and socials for the next few months. All meetings start at 20:00 unless indicated otherwise.

The diary sees the first of many planned events over the coming year to mark the Branch’s Anniversary year. The Branch officially was started in October 1974, although we start with the Good Beer Guide launch on 26th September, followed by the launch at Potbelly Beer Festival of a Commemorative Ale. I’ve also extended the booking date for the Anniversary Luncheon on Saturday 12th October

Some events will need booking, so please do so in good time

Events requiring booking:

Email ku.gro.armac.stnahtron@laicos to book

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ANNIVERSARY SOCIAL BREWERY BEER FESTIVAL – KETTERING - POTBELLY – LocAle - SAT 5th OCTOBER
The winter Potbelly Beer Festival is already upon us so we will hold a popular social here early on the Saturday afternoon and into the evening. To mark our 50th Anniversary, Potbelly has brewed an anniversary beer called “Over the Barrel”, a Golden Ale at 5.0% which is most appropriate. A number of the new Good Beer Guide will be available at a discounted price of £12 (rrp £16.99). Around thirty beers including regulars from the brewery, plus a wide range of cider too. The actual brewery entrance is on Sydney Street, Kettering. Meet from 14:00. Live entertainment and food also available. Cash only.

SOCIAL MEETING – KETTERING - TUE 8th OCTOBER
We have again been invited by Chantal to the Earl of Dalkeith, with pre-tasters on the eve of the Wetherspoon’s Beer Festival. Expect to be invited to the cellar for some samples before a selection is provided over the bar, along with nibbles. Meet at 18:00.

SOCIAL MEETING – NORTHAMPTON – LocAle - TUE 8th OCTOBER
We have once again been invited by Gary Drinkwater from the Cordwainer for pre-tasters on the eve of the Wetherspoon’s Beer Festival. On the tasting evening there will be 16 of the 20 available beers. Meet at 18:30.

ANNIVERSARY SOCIAL LUNCHEON – NORTHAMPTON – LocAle - SAT 12th OCTOBER
Today we hold a formal anniversary luncheon to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Northampton Branch of CAMRA. Formed in October 1974 in the George, Brixworth, over forty people attended and a committee was formed. Today we hope as many as the early members and chairman will be able to attend for this special event. The luncheon will be held at the Olde Cobbler, Kingsthorpe, starting at 12:30. Will require pre-booking by 4th October.

Dates for your diary
BRANCH OPEN MEETING – NORTHAMPTON - LocAle - MON 11th NOVEMBER
LONDON DAY OUT – LocAle - FRI 15th NOVEMBER
CHRISTMAS MEAL - Locale - WED 11th DECEMBER
ROMAN AWAYDAY – BATH – LocAle - SAT 14th DECEMBER

To book any trips, please email ku.gro.armac.stnahtron@laicos

Further information from Karl Tecklenberg on 07723 858069 (M). To receive the latest diary by e-mail each month, please e-mail ku.gro.armac.stnahtron@laicos