The top pubs and bars across the United Kingdom have been officially recognised, with the best venue in the West Midlands also revealed. A total of 18 establishments received prestigious accolades, and 94 county winners were announced on June 10.
West Midlands Winner: The Bull's Head in Craswall
In the West Midlands, the Pub and Bar of the Year award went to The Bull's Head in Craswall. This venue, known for its excellent reviews on TripAdvisor, is a historic landmark in the Black Mountains. It serves lunch and dinner, features a beer garden and bar, and offers overnight stays in cabins.
East Midlands Winner: The Tollemache Arms
In the East Midlands, The Tollemache Arms in Buckminster secured the top spot. Described as a classic country inn, it offers classic pub grub, sandwiches, and bar snacks made from fresh, local produce. It also provides overnight accommodation.
National Pub and Bar of the Year: The Gunton Arms
The overall Pub and Bar of the Year was named as The Gunton Arms in Norfolk. Located in a historic park near Cromer, this traditional pub opened in 2011 by Ivor Braka. Chef Stuart Tattersall uses local ingredients for the menu. Stuart, who runs the pub with his wife Simone, said: "I'm gobsmacked. Absolutely incredible to be mentioned in the same breath as so many of these people at the awards. It's a credit to the team at The Gunton and the great county of Norfolk. Our guests have really supported us and been really kind to us, so after 15 years to get this is a massive achievement." The venue also offers 16 bedrooms for overnight guests.
Full List of National Pub and Bar Awards Winners 2026
- East Midlands Pub & Bar of the Year: The Tollemache Arms
- East of England Pub & Bar of the Year: The Gunton Arms
- London Pub & Bar of the Year: The George, Fitzrovia
- North East Pub & Bar of the Year: The Kirkstyle Inn and Sportsman's Rest
- North West Pub & Bar of the Year: Church Inn, Mobberley
- Northern Ireland Pub & Bar of the Year: Guildhall Taphouse
- North Scotland Pub & Bar of the Year: The Ferry Inn, Isle of Skye
- South Scotland Pub & Bar of the Year: The Noble, Glasgow
- South East Pub & Bar of the Year: The Mason's Arms, Clanfield
- South West Pub & Bar of the Year: The Bath Arms, Warminster
- Wales Pub & Bar of the Year: George III, Dolgellau
- West Midlands Pub & Bar of the Year: The Bull's Head, Craswall
- Yorkshire and the Humber Pub & Bar of the Year: The Woolly Sheep Inn, Skipton
- Industry's Choice Award: The Devonshire, Soho
- Pub Group of the Year: Caledonian Heritable
- Bar Group of the Year: Albert's Schloss
- The Tyrrells Tyrrellbly Good Taste Award: The Welldiggers Arms, Petworth
- National Pub & Bar of the Year: The Gunton Arms
Industry's Choice Award Top 10
- The Devonshire, Soho
- The Somers Town Coffee House, Euston
- The French House, Soho
- The Red Lion & Sun, Highgate
- The Mason's Arms, Clanfield
- The Gunton Arms, Norfolk
- The Sportsman, Seasalter
- The Bull, Charlbury
- The White Horse, Brancaster Staithe
- The Woolpack, Slad
