Brewing at home has been with us for many centuries but it changed substantially in 1880…
The best beer in the world
Peter Jackson joined the brewing industry after he left university, for, he says, ‘a bit of…
Cloth, meat, diamonds and leather
On 15 April, CAMRA’s London Pubs Group visited the Smithfield area for an evening tour. The…
Five Friends creating a community
There is no doubt that the London brewing market is a mix of fortunes at the…
Book review – London’s Dead Pubs
There are a number of books about closed pubs in London, along with various websites. This…
Trade news – July 2026
Cask Ale Week This year’s event runs from 17 to 27 September. Organised by Cask Marque…
Idle Moments – August/September 2026
Well hello again. Firstly, I must apologise for the absence of Idle Moments in the last…
Crossword – June/July printed edition
The final two clues were missed out. They are: 22. Fear of an ancient god. [5]23. No…
Introduction to the June/July 2026 edition
Have you paid £10 or more for a pint of standard beer in London? I haven’t,…