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Glasgow Times
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
West End bar wins Glasgow pub of the year at national awards
The cosy pub, kitchen and terrace opened in August last year and offers delicious brunch, lunch and dinner menus featuring fresh seafood and meat from the islands. They also showcase live music every weekend and host a pub quiz every Wednesday. Judges chose the bar as the winner for Glasgow City, which recognises pub businesses in regions across the UK. West End bar wins Glasgow pub of the year at national awards (Image: Supplied) READ MORE: 'Looks amazing': New Rangers bar honouring club icon reveals 'legends' menu Two of The Horn's sister outlets also took the top awards in their areas at this year's National Pub & Bar Awards, which recognise 'excellence across a number of elements that affect the customer journey, including design, service, style of offer, marketing and investment'. The Ben Nevis Bar in Fort William was named Highland Pub of the Year for the third year running, and Macgochans in Tobermory on the Isle of Mull was named Argyll & Bute Pub of the Year for the second year in a row. Kelly Kyle, manager of The Horn, said the award is a huge achievement for the whole team. The bar offers a cosy interior (Image: Supplied) READ MORE: Much-loved restaurant with 'rooftop seating sun trap' reopens under new name She said: 'It's amazing and means so much to us all. 'The Horn is a great pub with a great atmosphere, and we've got loads of lovely customers –students, locals and those from further afield – who have made The Horn their local, so huge thanks to them for all their support. 'We've also got a brilliant team, and this award recognises each of them and their hard work. We're all just chuffed to bits!' Neil Morrison, MD of The Rocks Leisure Group, which includes The Horn, Ben Nevis Bar and Macgochans, said: 'This is a brilliant achievement by the whole team at The Horn!
The National
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
See the 2 'superb' pubs named the best in Scotland
The Barrelman in Dundee was awarded the title of North Scotland Pub & Bar of the Year, while The Kenmuir Arms in Dumfries and Galloway was named South Scotland Pub & Bar of the Year. A number of locations across the UK were recognised in their respective regions, with The Bull in Charlbury being named the country's best. 'Delightful' and ' superb' pubs and bars named the best in Scotland The Barrelman in Dundee has received a lot of praise from patrons on Tripadvisor, with users giving the bar a 4.5/5 out of 397 reviews. One happy visitor said of the National Pub & Bar Awards winner: "Dined here with my partner on Monday evening for a casual birthday dinner and we were not disappointed in the slightest. "All of the staff were exceptionally welcoming and friendly. The drinks came quickly, and the cocktails were spot on." Another added: "Really decent place with an indie feel to it. The staff were top-notch, and they helped create this atmosphere. Dog friendly also, which helped too. Food is decent with plenty of options." The Kenmuir Arms was also commended by customers and dubbed a "superb" pub to visit. One person said of the Dumfries and Galloway bar and hotel: "What a truly wonderful place with everything you need for an incredible stay. "Excellent surroundings literally only 15 minutes from Glen Luce. The beautiful restaurant overlooks the stunning gardens and river." Recommended Reading: Another added: "Wholeheartedly agree with previous reviewers: Superb stay in this delightful small hotel with excellent food. "Beth and Christopher were fantastic hosts. The whole premises are fresh and of a high standard. "Both the Snug bar and the restaurants are welcoming, and the room facilities are comprehensive."
Powys County Times
28-06-2025
- Business
- Powys County Times
Montgomery bar recognised among UK's best at national awards
A "mind blowing" bar in Powys, with top-quality food, has been recognised among the UK's best at a national awards ceremony. The 2025 National Pub & Bar Awards took place on Tuesday (June 24), showcasing the finest establishments from across the UK. Awards presented at the event included: National Pub & Bar of the Year Industry's Choice Award Pub Group of the Year Bar Group of the Year The Tyrrells Tyrrellbly Good Taste Award The best pubs and bars for each region were also revealed as part of the national awards. 'Pubs have really been struggling, so it's amazing for this event to shine a spotlight on pubs and show that they really are pillars of the community, the backbone of Britain.' Here are all the winners from last night's National Pub & Bar Awards. — Pub & Bar Magazine (@PubandBarMag) June 25, 2025 The 2025 National Pub & Bar Awards winners The Bull, located in Charlbury, received the top honour, claiming the National Pub & Bar of the Year Award. Other awards handed out at the event included: Industry's Choice Award: The Devonshire Pub Group of the Year: Camerons Bar Group of the Year: Mr Fogg's The Tyrrells Tyrrellbly Good Taste Award: The Tollemache Arms While the best pubs and bars in each area of the UK were also revealed: Best pubs and bars in Wales Meanwhile, several pubs and bars in Wales were named the best in their respective counties: Why The Checkers is among the UK's best The Checkers, located in Montgomery, was named the county winner for Powys at the National Pub & Bar Awards. It is a "handsome" Georgian former coaching inn run by Andrew and Rachel Birch. The Checkers is already a highly decorated establishment, with a Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence and a Notable Wine List award from the AA just two of the accolades attained in the past 12 months alone. It also features the 2025 Michelin Guide. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Checkers (@checkerswales) It comes highly recommended by visitors too, with The Checkers boasting a near-perfect 4.8 (out of 5) rating on Tripadvisor from 591 reviews. Not only is it a great place for a drink, but it also has the "best food ever", according to customers. The UK's favourite takeaways One person, commenting on Tripadvisor, said: "The food and wine pairing was mind blowing. "We have eaten in many amazing places but this experience blew our mind and the carrots were just amazing. "The resturant has a lovely fire place with such a nice homely feel and the service was beyond 5*. "Its the small details that i also noticed, everything from start to finish was perfect. "We stayed in the dafoldill room but to be honest I could have slept in the chair by the fire is was so lovely.
Scotsman
27-06-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Regional winners of the National Pub & Bar Awards named
The National Pub & Bar Awards have revealed its regional winners for 2025. The National Pub & Bar Awards recognises excellence in the hospitality industry, taking into consideration customer service, design, style of offer, marketing and investment. Alongside regional winners, others award categories include; Industry's Choice Award, Pub Group of the Year, Bar Group of the Year, The Tyrells Tyrellbly Good Taste Award, and the National Pub & Bar of the Year. So next time you fancy a trip to the pub or bar for a drink or a bite to eat, why not visit a National Pub & Bar winner? Here is the full list of every regional winner in the National Pub & Bar Awards 2025. 1 . The Tollemache Arms, Harrington The Tollemache Arms in Harrington is the regional winner of the Pub & Bar of the Year award for the East Midlands region. | Google Maps Photo Sales 2 . The Gunton Arms, Norwich The Gunton Arms, Norwich is the regional winner of the Pub & Bar of the Year award for the East of England region. | Google-Alan Dyer Photo Sales 3 . The Red Lion & Sun, Highgate The Red Lion & Sun in Highgate is the regional winner of the Pub & Bar of the Year award for the London region. | Google Maps Photo Sales 4 . The Black Swan Inn, Seahouses The Black Swan Inn in Seahouses is the regional winner of the Pub & Bar of the Year award for the North East region. | Google Maps Photo Sales Related topics: BoostPubsBars
The Herald Scotland
25-06-2025
- The Herald Scotland
See the 2 'superb' pubs named the best in Scotland
A number of locations across the UK were recognised in their respective regions, with The Bull in Charlbury being named the country's best. 'Delightful' and ' superb' pubs and bars named the best in Scotland The Barrelman in Dundee has received a lot of praise from patrons on Tripadvisor, with users giving the bar a 4.5/5 out of 397 reviews. One happy visitor said of the National Pub & Bar Awards winner: "Dined here with my partner on Monday evening for a casual birthday dinner and we were not disappointed in the slightest. "All of the staff were exceptionally welcoming and friendly. The drinks came quickly, and the cocktails were spot on." Another added: "Really decent place with an indie feel to it. The staff were top-notch, and they helped create this atmosphere. Dog friendly also, which helped too. Food is decent with plenty of options." The Kenmuir Arms was also commended by customers and dubbed a "superb" pub to visit. One person said of the Dumfries and Galloway bar and hotel: "What a truly wonderful place with everything you need for an incredible stay. "Excellent surroundings literally only 15 minutes from Glen Luce. The beautiful restaurant overlooks the stunning gardens and river." Recommended Reading: Another added: "Wholeheartedly agree with previous reviewers: Superb stay in this delightful small hotel with excellent food. "Beth and Christopher were fantastic hosts. The whole premises are fresh and of a high standard. "Both the Snug bar and the restaurants are welcoming, and the room facilities are comprehensive."
