
The Brisley Bell in Dereham, Norfolk was also named Best Pub Garden and fought off competition from 12 other pubs. In 2021, the industry fought its way back from the pandemic and a stunning transformation against the odds saw one pub crowned champion of champions. While no one pub was named overall winner, venues from across the nation were honoured during a tumultuous time for the sector. In 2020, the awards pivoted due to the coronavirus pandemic, resulting in the Great British Pub Awards Pub Heroes, which highlighted how key pubs were to their communities. The Cott Inn, near Dartington wowed judges with its stunning facilities and impeccable standards. The following year, a Devon pub’s blend of the ancient and the modern meant it was crowned the best in the country. The Red Lion & Sun in Highgate struck gold after also being named Wine Pub of the Year. The Eagle & Child in Ramsbottom, Lancashire drew praise from judges for its work as a social enterprise, giving opportunity and career options to disadvantaged young people.Ī focus on providing an all round first-rate pub experience resulted in a north London-based pub winning the ultimate accolade of the UK’s best pub. The Bull in Ditchling was first named Freehouse of the Year due to a multitude of great initiatives.Ī ‘socially conscious’ pub celebrated being presented with the top award in 2017. Stiff competitionĪn East Sussex pub claimed the title of Great British Pub of the Year 2016, after beating off stiff competition from more than 1,000 pubs across the UK. The pub’s all-round excellence put it ahead of competitors, according to the judges.


The site was lauded for its fantastic range of events and promotions, which helped stimulate business across all day parts.Ī year later, West Yorkshire’s the Shibden Mill Inn was revealed as the Great British Pub of the Year 2015 after being named Best Freehouse Pub.
