Tayside

CAMRA Discounts/vouchers

Branch area pubs offering discounts to members or participating in the CAMRA voucher scheme.

  • Arbroath
    • Corn Exchange 14 Olympic Centre, Market Place Arbroath DD11 1HR Telephone(01241) 432430

      Located just off the High Street, this Wetherspoon pub is largely open-plan; there are a number of booths offering some privacy. Local attractions are the famed Arbroath smokies along with boat trips from the nearby harbour, offering fishing or a visit to Stevenson's 200-year-old Bell Rock lighthouse. Don't forget the 850-year-old Abbey remains, famous for 1320 Declaration of Independence.

      A varied selection of cask ales is always available from the six handpulls. Opens at 8am but does not serve alcoholic drinks until 11am.

      Please note that since the September 1994 increase of 30% in statutory Minimum Unit Pricing of Alcohol, Wetherspoon pubs may not accept the full value of CAMRA Vouchers at various times, for some lower-priced cask ales.

  • Blairgowrie
    • Fair o'Blair 25-29 Allan St Blairgowrie PH10 6AB Telephone(01250) 871890

      This Wetherspoon pub has a small beer garden to the rear on two levels with lift access to the lower of the two. Nearby is the Wellmeadow, centrepiece of the town, a grassy triangular plot hosting regular markets and outdoor entertainments. There were once several springs or wells here, where the 4th-century missionary St Ninian is said to have camped with a party of followers. The practice of holding fairs and markets here began in 1824, including the famous Fair o’ Blair itself, which was staged every July for many years.

      Up to six handpulled beers. Food served all day, sometimes till 11pm; opens for breakfast at 8am but but does not serve alcoholic drinks until 11am.

      Please note that since the September 1994 increase of 30% in statutory Minimum Unit Pricing of Alcohol, Wetherspoon pubs may not accept the full value of CAMRA Vouchers at various times, for some lower-priced cask ales.

  • Broughty Ferry
    • Fisherman's Tavern 12-16 Fort Street Broughty Ferry DD5 2AD Telephone(01382) 775941

      A short walk from Broughty Castle Museum and Broughty Ferry Beach, the Fisherman's busy bar is to the right of the entrance, with a snug on the left, leading to the dining room / lounge, which has a real fire. The lounge to the rear has step-free access from Bell's Lane.

      With guest ales occasionally from local breweries, a Belhaven / Greene King managed house offering 10% discount off cask beer for CAMRA members. Don't miss the famed annual beer festival held in Summer, run by the local lifeboat crew.

    • Jolly's Hotel 43A Gray Street Broughty Ferry DD5 2BJ Telephone(01382) 734910

      This twenty-five room hotel was bought by Wetherspoon and re-opened in early 2014 after a major refit. There are two large lounge areas, one being more relaxed with comfy chairs the other more functional. A large number of handpulls offer a wide selection of at least 6 cask ales to a mixed age clientele. Televisions are normally quiet with subtitles activated. There is also an outdoor patio area with a good number of tables and a smoking area. Open all day, with breakfast from 7am, but but does not serve alcoholic drinks until 11am.

      Please note that since the September 1994 increase of 30% in statutory Minimum Unit Pricing of Alcohol, Wetherspoon pubs may not accept the full value of CAMRA Vouchers at various times, for some lower-priced cask ales.

    • Royal Arch 285 Brook Street Broughty Ferry DD5 2DS Telephone(01382) 779741

      A popular locally-owned pub in the centre of 'The Ferry'. Sold in early 2025 by renowned publican Jonathan Stewart; the new proprietor John Black is continuing to supply excellent cask ales, and maintain the CAMRA discount available to members. With the station close by, train times displayed on a screen in the public bar, plus three televisions for the many sports fans.

      Normally two cask ales are served by handpull, sometimes from local MòR Beers, with other changing beers from across Britain. Good-quality meals are served in the Art Deco lounge; food times currently uncertain.

      Full website coming soon; Facebook currently unavailable when last checked

  • Dundee
    • Counting House 67-71 Reform Street Dundee DD1 1SP Telephone(01382) 225251

      Smaller than many Wetherspoon pubs, but still boasting a good selection of ales. Very busy at peak times, with its city centre location at scenic Albert Square. Long opening hours, so choose your time to stop off for a few ales, with good food served all day, sometimes till 11pm; opens for breakfast at 8am but does not serve alcoholic drinks until 11am.

      Please note that since the September 1994 increase of 30% in statutory Minimum Unit Pricing of Alcohol, Wetherspoon pubs may not accept the full value of CAMRA Vouchers at various times, for some lower-priced cask ales.

    • George Orwell 168 Perth Road Dundee DD1 4JS Telephone07958 971847

      Plenty of George Orwell memorabilia and themed book covers compliment the contemporary decoration, to provide a great literary atmosphere. In November 2023 the pub's 10-year anniversary was celebrated by the GO Pub Quiz group, who continue to meet on Monday nights. Arts and jazz events regularly take place. Two cask ales are usually served, often from ultra-local Law Brewing, with a good selection of bottled ales and craft beers also available. Normal opening confirmed from 4pm every day apart from Sunday.

      ** 10% member discount on cask ales & bottled craft beers, on presentation of CAMRA membership card **

    • Pillars 9 Crichton Street Dundee DD1 3AP Telephone(01382) 690434

      The Pillars was taken over by local character John Justice in late 2010, with a single hand pull pouring ale sourced frequently from MòR Beers. A fascinating feature is the internal link behind neighbouring shop fronts to the Salty Dog next door. Dating back to 1864, this institution for its loyal regulars is believed to be the oldest pub in Dundee, and recently celebrated its 160 years.

      *** A Members' Discount is offered of a straight 30pence off all full pints, on production of a valid CAMRA membership card ***

    • Speedwell Bar 165-167 Perth Road Dundee DD2 1AS Telephone(01382) 667783

      Built in 1903 for James Speed, this pub is better known locally as Mennie's after the family who ran it for more than fifty years. The L-shaped bar is divided by a part-glazed screen and has a magnificent mahogany gantry and counter, dado-panelled walls and an anaglypta Jacobean ceiling. There are two sitting rooms, separated by a glass screen.

      Usually three cask ales are on offer, sourced from a wide variety of breweries, one very local, several from elsewhere in Scotland, and regularly from England. plus a selection of bottled Belgian beers. 150 malt whiskies served in 35ml measures. Tayside CAMRA's Pub Of The Year regularly; Scottish Pub of the Year 2023 Runner Up.

      Mobility Access guide provided by AccessAble states there are standard toilet facilities only.

      No regular meals but toasties usually available.

      10% CAMRA Discount to members on cask ales.

    • Star & Garter 42 Union Street Dundee DD1 4BE Telephone(01382) 221366

      Dating from 1874, this is a fine traditionally furnished pub with long bar, green leather seating, fine gantry, and decorative glass panels to the rear, surely not changed much for many decades, and befitting its listed building status. Cask ales from two handpulls, usually Scottish sourced, with local Seventy One Brewing or MòR Beers often included.

      At the far end, the Whisky Saloon opened in July 2024, featuring over 300 whiskies - still available as a venue for meetings, and other times as a snug lounge.

      No restaurant - but see menus to order food from Harvey's Takeaway, just round the corner.

      ** A 10% discount on cask ale is being offered to CAMRA members - make sure you present your membership card. **

  • Perth
    • Capital Asset 26 Tay Street Perth PH1 5LQ Telephone(01738) 580457

      The high ceilings and ornate cornices have been retained and pictures of old Perth adorn the walls of the open-plan lounge which overlooks the River Tay. Spot the large Chubb safe from its banking days, found in the family area.

      Manager is a real ale enthusiast; up to six beers are dispensed from a wide variety of Scottish and English breweries. Food is available all day, with breakfast from 8am, but does not serve alcoholic drinks until 11am. Beer festivals twice a year are popular with local ale drinkers. No dogs are allowed inside or out, in line with Wetherspoon policy.

      Please note that since the September 1994 increase of 30% in statutory Minimum Unit Pricing of Alcohol, Wetherspoon pubs may not accept the full value of CAMRA Vouchers at various times, for some lower-priced cask ales.

    • Glover Arms Crieff Road Perth PH1 3JJ Telephone(01738) 624888

      Take an off-the-beaten-track location in Perth, approx 3 miles west of the centre, and you come across the Glover Arms country pub and restaurant. A mix of traditional with a few contemporary touches makes this a relaxing place to visit. The décor of natural wood and stone with a log fire provides a cosy atmosphere. Up to two handpulls provide a selection of ales with third handpull usualy reserved for Weston's Rosies Pig cider.. Handy for both Huntingower Castle  and McDiarmid Park (home of St Johnstone FC). 20p CAMRA discount. Note that plastic glasses are in use in bar area on football days.