The Campaign for Real Ale’s (CAMRA) Good Beer Guide, the UK’s best-selling beer and pub guide, has marked its 51st anniversary – after surveying 4,500 of the best pubs across the country.
A number of Peak District and High Peak venues have made it onto this prestigious list. If you’re planning a visit to the area this summer, and you’re looking for some great pubs to visit, the full list can be found below.
To order The Good Beer Guide 2024, visit the CAMRA website here.

17. Beer Shed, New Mills
The Beer Shed is described as a bar that “packs a lot into a small space. Three cask and six KeyKeg beers are on offer, plus at least one lager from Rothaus and a real cider.” Photo: Google

18. The Smithy Fold, Glossop
This venue is described as a “popular Wetherspoon pub” on the “ground floor of an old cotton mill” - “beers usually consist of three national brands, with the remainder from regional and local breweries.” Photo: Google

19. Chalkers Pool & Snooker Club, New Mills
The guide says: “A sports-oriented venue with a large screen TV showing football and other events. The lounge area is off to one side and the sports events do not greatly impinge on those wanting a quiet drink.” Photo: Google

20. Bar 2, Glossop
The guide says: “Up to six hand pulled beers are on offer and craft keg lagers are also available, together with a good selection of wine and gins.” Photo: Google

