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Ravenswood R.B.L.C. (Royal British Legion Club)
| Beer (sort) | Average Score (sort) | No. Samples (sort) |
|---|---|---|
| Adnams - Gunhill |  | 1 |
| Brains - Trickster | | 1 |
| Burnside - Chain & Anchor |  | 2 |
| Burnside - Lift and Shift | | 1 |
| Fuller's (part of Asahi Europe) - London Pride |  | 1 |
| Marston's - Young's London Original (was Bitter) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's |  | 1 |
| Navigation - New Dawn Pale | | 1 |
| Orkney (Sinclair) - Cliff Edge |  | 1 |
| Orkney (Sinclair) - Corncrake Ale | | 1 |
| Orkney (Sinclair) - Wave Breaker | | 1 |
| Shepherd Neame - Whitstable Bay Organic Ale | | 1 |
| Timothy Taylor - Boltmaker (formerly Best Bitter) | | 1 |
| Timothy Taylor - Landlord | | 1 |
| Banks's - Wainwright | Not Tried | 0 |
| Inveralmond - Ossian's Ale | Not Tried | 0 |
| Orkney (Sinclair) - Raven Ale | Not Tried | 0 |
| Thwaites - Wainwright (please now use the Banks's entry) | Not Tried | 0 |
Visits Details
31 Mar 2026 (McGargle)
Very pleasant on the sunny patio.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orkney (Sinclair) - Cliff Edge | 4.70 | | Everything a pale ale should be. Fresh, crisp and hoppy. |
| Orkney (Sinclair) - Raven Ale | 3.80 | Not Tried |
22 Feb 2025 (McGargle)
Absolutely rammed for the Calcutta Cup match.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnside - Chain & Anchor | 4.20 | | Flavoursome golden ale slight haze. |
| Fuller's (part of Asahi Europe) - London Pride | 4.10 | Not Tried |
14 Aug 2024 (McGargle)
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orkney (Sinclair) - Corncrake Ale | 4.10 | | Just past its best. |
| Inveralmond - Ossian's Ale | 4.10 | Not Tried |
29 Jul 2024 (McGargle)
Fine evening to enjoy the terrace.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnside - Lift and Shift | 4.00 | | Acceptable pale ale. |
| Burnside - Chain & Anchor | 4.20 | | Nondescript light amber ale |
17 Jun 2024 (McGargle)
Now dog friendly.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orkney (Sinclair) - Wave Breaker | 4.30 | | Served in excellent condition. |
18 Mar 2020 (McGargle)
On a crisp, sunny evening the bay window was the place to sit.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timothy Taylor - Boltmaker (formerly Best Bitter) | 4.00 | | Fully meriting 4*s this showed cask at its best. Smooth, balanced and refreshing it was served in perfect condition. |
| Banks's - Wainwright | 4.10 | Not Tried |
25 Apr 2015 (McGargle)
Quietish late afternoon. Pleased to see a prominent No Swearing sign in place.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navigation - New Dawn Pale | 3.90 | | Thin in body and flavour. |
| Brains - Trickster | 4.20 | | Typically Brains. Twiggy and malt laden. |
21 Aug 2011 (McGargle)
Busy and friendly.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marston's - Young's London Original (was Bitter) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's | 3.70 | | Un-exceptional, malty mid-brown ale. Served in good condition. |
| Fuller's (part of Asahi Europe) - London Pride | 4.10 | | Sour. |
21 Aug 2010 (McGargle)
Busy. Great views from the terrace.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timothy Taylor - Landlord | 4.30 | | Top form. Biscuity aromas with balanced malt and hops. |
| Thwaites - Wainwright (please now use the Banks's entry) | 4.10 | Not Tried |
24 Jul 2010 (McGargle)
Very busy but welcoming.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Neame - Whitstable Bay Organic Ale | 4.50 | | Dark golden colour retaining a fine white head. Aroma and flavour swamped by biscuit malt and yeast leaving no room for anything else. Thin in the mouth for 4.5%. |
| Adnams - Gunhill | 4.00 | | Dark brown, tired and flat. |
About the Ravenswood R.B.L.C.
Summary of Beer Scores
| Total | |
|---|---|
 | - |
| 3 |
| 3 |
| 5 |
| 2 |
The pub is found in Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 5TS.
Imposing granite building in Ramsay Road in an elevated position overlooking Banchory to the hills beyond. Thriving private members' club that will happily sign in CAMRA members - don't forget your card. Fine beer terrace and friendly lounge make this a worthwhile stop.
We have visited this pub 10 times, seen 17 different beers and tried 13 of them.
Postcode: AB31 5TS