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Best pubs in the UK revealed – is your favourite boozer on the list?

Best pubs in the UK revealed – is your favourite boozer on the list?

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THE best pubs in the UK have been revealed, check to see if your favourite boozer is on the list.
The National Pub and Bar Awards has crowned its winner for Pub and Bar of the Year 2025.
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The awards, organised by the Pub and Bar magazine, celebrate the best venues in the UK based on a range of criteria including service, style of offer, marketing and customer journey.
Almost 100 county winners were chosen from the shortlist.
This was then followed by a grand final where regional winners and the National Pub and Bar of the Year were announced.
The Bull in Charlbury, Chipping Norton
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The Bull Charlbury was crowned the pub of the year
The Bull in Charlbury, Chipping Norton came out on top with the boozer being recognised for its "beautiful" pub garden and pints served at the bar.
The boozer has received glowing reviews from punters who praised its "cozy" feel and "terrific" food.
The Bull is an hour train ride from London Paddington and an eight minute walk from Charlbury station.
The Tollemache Arms, Harrington
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The Tollemache Arms, Harrington was crowed the best pub in the East Midlands
The Tollemache Arms, Harrington was crowned the best pub in the East Midlands for 2025.
The boozer describes itself as a "17th century Quintessentially British Pub," offering both food and drinks to customers.
Customers have praised its "incredible" Sunday lunch and staff.
The popular boozer is just a 14 minute drive from Kettering town centre.
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The Gunton Arms, Norwich
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The Gunton Arms, Norwich has been crowned the best pub in the East Midlands
The Gunton Arms, Norwich has been voted the best pub in the East of England.
The popular haunt is just an 10minute drive from the market town of North Walsham or an hour on public transport.
The haunt was previously a country house hotel before being converted into a pub in 2009.
The Red Lion & Sun, London
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The Red Lion & Sun, Highgate has been voted London's best boozer
The Red Lion & Sun in Highgate has been voted the best pub in London.
The privately owned boozer boast two beer gardens, wood burning fire, daily changing menu and an extensive wine and whiskey list.
The pub is just a 13minute walk from Highgate station in London.
The Black Swan Inn, Seahouses
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The Black Swan Inn, Seahouses Northumberland has been voted the best pub in the North East.
This scenic pub has been crowned the best in the North East and boasts scenic views of the North Sea and nearby Farne Islands.
Food from its menu is sourced locally from fishermen and butchers in the Northumberland area.
It describes itself as "upmarket" and "sophisticated" and recently undergone a half-a-million-pound renovation.
The Bull's Head, Mobberley
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The Historic Bulls Head Inn has been voted the best in the North West
The Bulls Head Inn has been voted the best boozer in the North West.
It describes itself as "nostalgic" and boasts a large beer garden and seasonal food menu.
Dundrum Inn, Newcastle, Northern Ireland
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Dundrum Inn, Newcastle has been voted the best in Northern Ireland
The Dundrum Inn, located in Newcastle, Northern Ireland has been voted the best in the region.
The pub has existed for over 109 years and runs a host of fun events including a class on how to pour your own pint of Guinness.
The Barrelman, Dundee
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The Barrelman, Dundee has been voted the best in North Scotland
The Scottish pub is located right in the centre of Dundee and refers to itself as a "laid back" bar.
Customers can expect a fun menu which includes a cheesecake of the day and fresh Scottish produce.
Kenmuir Arms, Dumfries and Galloway
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The Kenmuir Arms, Dumfries and Galloway has been voted the best in South Scotland
The Kenmuir Arms, Dumfries and Galloway has been voted the best in South Scotland.
As well as an extensive drinks menu, the pub boasts a daily changing specials board of pub classics. Each showcasing the best of local produce.
The Beckford Arms, Tisbury
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The Beckford Arms pub in Tisbury, Fonthill Estate in south Wiltshire has been voted the best in the area
The Beckford Arms has been voted the best in the South West.
It is located on the edge of a park land on the Fonthill Estate and serves traditional local ales alongside meat from local farms and fish landed daily on the Cornwall Coast.
Britannia Inn, Swansea
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Britannia Inn, Swansea has been voted the best in Wales
The Britannia Inn, Swansea has been voted the best in Wales.
The pub is a family run business situated in the North Gower, with views over-looking the Loughor Estuary.
Alongside drinks the pub serves locally sourced Gower Salt Marsh Lamb, asparagus, Selwyn's Seaweed, Swansea smoked salmon, and Gower Gold Ale.
The Wildmoor Oak, Bromsgrove
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The Wildmoor Oak, Bromsgrove has been voted the best in the area
The Wildmoor Oak, Bromsgrove has been voted the best in the West Midlands.
Customers have raved about its "lovely interiors" and "gorgeous outdoor space".
The pub is a 1 hour and 20 minute train ride from Birmingham city centre.
Pinnacle Sports & Games, Leeds
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Pinnacle Sports & Games, Leeds has been voted the best in Yorkshire and the Humber
Pinnacle Sports & Games, Leeds has been voted the best in Yorkshire and the Humber.
As well as serving food and drinks, it also boasts pool tables and an iterative darts board.
Better yet, it is just a five minute walk from the city's train station.
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