Croston Club wins CAMRA award
In every season the Central Lancashire branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) gives an award to celebrate a pub for the excellent beer they serve and for the important role they play within the local community
For Spring 2026 CAMRA have departed from their usual practice and for only the second time in 27 years have made the award to a Club. Croston Sports Club has been named Club of the Season for Spring 202
The club sits in the middle of the village of Croston just a short train ride from Preston or bus journey from other parts of Central and West Lancashire. As might be expected the Club is host to a range of sports including cricket, football, tennis, netball, cycling and others. But while sports are a huge part of the experience, the clubhouse has also become an important social hub for the village well used by members, locals and visitors.
It provides a comfortable and relaxed location for a quiet drink or meals and in Spring and Summer the beer garden overlooking the cricket pitch is the perfect spot for a drink whilst watching a match. It’s hard to think of a better spot!
Of course, since this award is made by CAMRA it’s perhaps not surprising to note that the Club offers three well kept cask ales usually providing a good mix of styles. In addition, an annual beer festival draws visitors from all over the surrounding area. The award will not be a surprise to those who follow news items like this because in 2022 the club won Central Lancashire’s and then Lancashire’s overall Club of the Year award.
Adrian Smith, Chairman of CAMRA’s local branch commented, ‘For its consistently good beer, its contribution to the local community and its particular appeal as Spring arrives Croston Sports Club is a very worth winner of our Spring 2026 Club of the season.’
The award will be presented at the Club from 7.30pm on 7th May. All are welcome.
Pictured below are Liz Davis, Bar Manager and Lisa Watkinson, Club Manager