The Society was initiated in February 2001 to help bring together like minded individuals who enjoy some aspect of pub history. Many of our members have written books and articles about the history of pubs, others are just enthusiasts who enjoy nothing more than visiting unspoilt or historic pubs....
Are you researching the history of a pub or someone who worked in one? Our research page is now available
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Museum of London Archaeology are undertaking excavations during the redevelopment of 60 Holborn Viaduct.
Archaeological excavations have revealed the remains of a public house known as the Three Tuns at Holborn Bridge. The buildings have medieval origins which were enlarged during the Tudor period and into the 17th and 18th centuries.
Roll Out the Barrel - The British Pub on Film - new DVD from the BFI with additional help from the Pub History Society
To launch this intoxicating DVD anthology of short films from 1944-1982 devoted to the great British pub, Caught by the River, the BFI and Rough Trade East, in association with Sambrook’s Brewery, invite you to a special screening event.
Caught by the River’s Robin Turner, co-editor of The Search for the Perfect Pub and Chris Murray from the Pub History Society will introduce a selection of films. Some pub memorabilia will be on display.
Roll Out the Barrel – The British Pub on Film is released by the BFI on 11 June. Advance copies will be on sale at a special price at this event.
Event is at
Rough Trade East
Old Truman Brewery
91 Brick Lane
London
E1 6QL
The drink related collectors fair known as 'Tipplefair' was due to end forever last year. We at the Pub History Society didn't like the idea so that's why we've now taken over the planning and running of the event in association with the Peterborough Beer Festival.
We're still in the planning stages but essentially Tipplefair will be held on Saturday 25th August from midday to 5pm. Admission is £2.
Anyone wishing to book a table at the event is encouraged to contact us via the web address below. Tables for exhibitors will cost between £12 and £24. Concessions possibly available for similar societies to our own.
A website has been set up and more information will be posted as we go along.