economy
The UK's 16 best pubs revealed in top awards
THE UK’s 16 best pubs have been revealed – and the list includes a quirky boozer inside a florist and another boasting spectacular castle views.
TL;DR
- CAMRA has named 16 regional winners for its Pub of the Year 2026 competition.
- The awards evaluate pubs based on atmosphere, décor, and quality cask beer, cider, and perry.
- Notable finalists include The Cockpit (a pub with a florist) and The Tamworth Tap (offering castle views).
- Several community-saved pubs, like the Railway Arms and Ye Olde Cross, are among the regional winners.
- The 16 regional winners will compete further, with the final four announced in October and the overall winner in January 2027.
- CAMRA is advocating for government support for pubs, including changes to VAT, draught beer duty, and business rates, due to industry financial struggles.