This guide is great for sourcing out the gems in city, town and countryside alike, that I wouldn't know where there otherwise.
The Good Pub Guide is okay - but this wins out for me as I'm interested in sampling local produce (i.e beer) in beautiful pubs. This guide focuses on great beer before it considers the pubs - so I know my taste buds are in for a treat with every recommendation.
I also love that the guide makes use of a symbol system - highlighting pubs that are CAMRA award winning (and therefore the best ale pubs in the country) - but also letting me know if the pub has a real fire or serves food - great for plotting out those long cycle routes myself and my partner go on.
This is a winner for me! My grandfather introduced me to the guide and our family always use it when we are planning out an afternoon walk down a canal, or a trip to a national trust property.