MEMBERS of the Wyre Forest Campaign for Real Ales have been busy celebrating the wealth of goods from pubs in their area.

With more than a 100 pubs to choose from, three categories – bronze, silver and gold – were awarded.

Bronze “Pub of the Year 2015” was awarded to the Anchor at Caunsall, silver went to the Weavers on Comberton Hill and title of gold was awarded to the Bell at Pensax.

Nick Yarwood, Wyre Forest branch chairman, said: “These accolades are well deserved as each pub more than meets the essential criteria of serving a range of well kept, delicious real ales and ciders, in a warm and welcoming environment amid friendly locals who appreciate their pubs as a much loved and vital community focus.”

While at Pensax, Wyre Forest CAMRA launched their new logo, modelled by branch social secretary, Angela Lea. Shirts and a fleece have recently gone on sale to members.

Meanwhile, plans are well advanced for this year’s Beer Festival at Kidderminster Town Hall, from Thursday, May 21 to Saturday, May 23, and will celebrate the Severn Valley Railway’s 50th anniversary by featuring rail ales.