Most readers will know that CAMRA has a very active Pub Heritage Group which, over 30 years, has gathered information on the nation’s most important historic pub interiors. It maintains an on-line database and publishes regional guides featuring these precious pubs. Take a look at the on-line pub guide, even if just for the wonderful photographs
Up until now, clubs have not been systematically included in these lists. Consequently, CAMRA’s Clubs Working Group has launched a new project which aims to produce a register of heritage clubs with important historic interiors. Clubs are no less prone to tasteless refurbishment than are pubs and are similarly at risk of closure and redevelopment. The register will be a vital part of CAMRA’s national club preservation strategy.
The Clubs Working Group will be contacting branches for their help in identifying clubs with outstanding interiors. There are more clubs than you might think in London so our branches will have a contribution to make.
From a Clubs Working Group circular