Dundee and Angus

The Anchor in Broughty Ferry, which had closed suddenly in late 2025, re-opened in late February under new management and following a refurbishment. It is now open all week selling a variety of drinks and food. Three hand pumps are provided, with Timothy Taylor landlord as a regular beer, other guests will vary, with Stewart Brewing expected to feature strongly in the lineup.

Perth, Perthshire & Kinross

In Perth, the Twa Tams is not currently serving real ales or real cider, advising that they were not selling enough for it to be viable. While this is unfortunate, it is understandable that in the current climate no pub can afford to be throwing away unsold stock. It seems that they are not averse to having real ale, and we can only hope that business picks up for them to the point where they can again justify putting ale on.

On a more positive note, The Old Ship Inn, our current Perth City and overall Tayside Pub of the Year, recently won the “Beer Pub of the Year” award at Greene King’s Night of Excellence, their annual UK national awards event. A well-deserved recognition for a pub which always has a selection of ales available, and always in good condition.

In Perthshire, the Schiehallion in Aberfeldy is now selling real ale. Currently only one pump, with Harvieston Bitter & Twisted as the regular beer, being replaced occasionally by guest ales, there is a desire to add a second pump at some point in the future.