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Pub patrons can feel tribally loyal to their local venue, whether it’s the beer selection, the friendliness of the atmosphere, the variety of sports screens or the spacious beer gardens.
However, a new selection of bars considered the best in the country has now been presented, recommending where to go and also answering whether your favourite has made the grade.
The Great British Pub Awards 2024 have been announced, featuring venues ranging from The best community pub and the best place to watch sporting action.
Gongs were also awarded to pubs that offered the best welcome, whether for dogs or families, or that offered entertainment in general.
But is yours on the list? Read on to find out more about where the best pubs in the UK are…
Country Pub/Great British Pub of the Year: The Tollemache Arms – Harrington, Northamptonshire
Nestled in the Northamptonshire countryside, this pub offers a tasty menu featuring everything from sharing plates to handmade pizzas.
Drinkers are welcome all year round, as they can sip a pint in the establishment’s spacious garden in summer or cosy up by the log fire during winter.
Nestled in the Northamptonshire countryside, The Tollemache Arms offers a tasty menu featuring everything from sharing plates to handmade pizzas.
Best pub for beer: The Tamworth Tap, Tamworth, Staffordshire
This is the latest award for the popular pub, which was crowned the best pub in the country for the second time in a row in January.
Housed in a 16th-century building, this bar is only the second to win the award in consecutive years.
Housed in a 16th-century building, the Tamworth Tap is only the second to win the award in consecutive years.
Best dog-friendly pub: #29 Bar and Restaurant, Burnham Market, Norfolk
Despite only being open for seven years, this bar has cemented its place as a popular destination for customers and their pets.
Diners can sample their choice of a variety of classic British dishes and enjoy a glass of wine from the venue’s extensive selection.
Despite being open for only seven years, No. Twenty9 Bar and Restaurant has cemented its place as a popular destination for patrons and their pets.
Best pub for fun: The Trafalgar Tavern, Greenwich, London
This Victorian riverside pub is perfect for thirty families after a day in the city.
This south-east London establishment features a striking cobbled outdoor drinking area and hosts a variety of live music nights.
The Trafalgar Tavern in Greenwich, London, was the winner of this year’s Best Pub for Entertainment award.
Best family pub: Almondsbury Creative, Almondsbury, Bristol
Located in the quiet village of Almondsbury, just outside Bristol, this pub is a great place to take the kids and serves a variety of roast dinners.
With meat, vegetarian and vegan options on the menu, food lovers across the UK will be desperately trying to book a table at this venue in the coming months.
The Almondsbury Creative is a great place to take the kids and serves excellent roast dinners.
Best pub to eat in: Hinds Head, Bray (Berkshire)
After finishing second in this category last year, this drinker has upped its game to claim the top prize in 2024.
Owned by chef Heston Blumenthal, the gastropub offers next-level pub classics and British comfort food to its satisfied diners.
After finishing second in this category last year, Hinds Head has upped its game to claim the top award in 2024.
Best beer garden: Myrtle Tavern, Leeds, West Yorkshire
This beautiful West Yorkshire public bar offers the perfect experience for those looking to enjoy a drink in the sunshine.
Myrtle Tavern charms locals with its outdoor experience in the well-kept garden, which also has a very popular play area.
Myrtle Tavern offers the perfect experience for pub-goers looking to enjoy a drink in the sunshine.
Best pub to watch sports: The Gardeners Arms, Norwich, Norfolk
Since the football season started in August, fans have been eager to find a good drinking spot to watch the games.
And this busy city centre pub always has sport on its screen, which customers can enjoy whilst tucking into a selection of tasty food options.
The Gardeners Arms won the award for Best Sports Pub
Best sustainable pub: The Pig’s Head, Clapham, South West London
Pub-goers looking to reduce their carbon footprint while enjoying a pint should head to The Pig’s Head in south-west London.
The establishment was certified carbon neutral in April 2023 and prides itself on sourcing products from suppliers with a low environmental impact.
Pub-goers looking to reduce their carbon footprint while enjoying a pint should head to The Pig’s Head in south-west London.
Best pub in town: Bull & Swan, Stamford, Lincolnshire
According to its website, the Bull and Swan is a self-catering “gastro” pub with “luxurious” rooms and a “beautiful” garden space.
Their tasty menu offers a hearty portion of fish and chips with pea purée, curry sauce and tartare sauce; pork escalope, Jersey Royal potato salad, caper butter and baked cider mussels with rosemary chips.
According to its website, the Bull and Swan is a self-catering “gastro” pub with “luxurious” rooms and a “beautiful” garden space.
Best community pub: The Swan, Windsor (Berkshire)
The Swan prides itself on being a pillar of the community and goes above and beyond to serve locals and visitors alike.
Its warm atmosphere allows visitors to spend hours enjoying the facilities, as well as being an excellent stop for hikers and dog walkers.
The Swan at Windsor prides itself on being a pillar of the community and goes above and beyond to serve locals and visitors alike.
Admiral Taverns Pub of the Year: The Royal Oak, Brandon, Warwickshire
After being forced to close its doors five times in four months during 2023, the Royal Oak has bounced back in style to claim this victory.
The Royal Oak in Brandon, Warwickshire, has won Admiral Taverns’ Pub of the Year award
Greene King Pub of the Year: The Cott Inn, Dartington, Devon
This Grade II listed 12th century inn took home Pub of the Year and Garden Pub of the Year at Greene King’s Night of Excellence Awards in June.
This latest win will bring more thirsty customers to the front door.
The Cott Inn took home the title of Pub of the Year and the Garden Pub of the Year award at Greene King’s Night of Excellence Awards.
Marston’s Pub of the Year: The Griffin – Loughborough, Leicestershire
Loved by students and locals alike, the Griffin is a versatile venue that is now an award-winning establishment.
The pub features a variety of framed paintings, a pool table, TVs showing live sports and a heated beer garden.
Loved by students and locals alike, the Griffin is a versatile venue that is now an award-winning establishment.
Punch Pub of the Year: The Red Lion, Cranford, Northamptonshire
The Red Lion in Cranford, Northamptonshire, has won the 2024 Punch Pub of the Year award
With over 1,200 Punch pubs in the UK, being named Best Pub of 2024 by the organisation has thrilled owners Sonya and Richard Gordon.
“It makes the blood, sweat and tears worth it and shows that people really like what we’re doing,” Gordon said.