CAMRA crowns its National Pub of the Year

The Swan with Two Necks in Pendleton impressed Campaign for Real Ale judges with its welcoming atmosphere, country charm and home made food to lift the National Pub of the Year accolade.

The pub, which is nestled between green fields across from a small stream, first won the local competition, then the regional before being put forward as one of four finalists in the national category in a process which took twelve months.

Judges also considered level of service, value for money, community focus and the quality of real ale, cider and perry before arriving at their decision.

Quintessentially British​

“The Swan with Two Necks really is the best of the best, having beaten rival pubs at every step,” CAMRA’s pubs director Julian Hough said.

“It is a wonderfully welcoming pub that serves a fantastic pint, and is popular with regulars and visiting tourists alike, in a quintessentially British, rural setting.”

Licensee Steve Dilworth, who claims to get the best out of his real ale by ‘talking to the barrels’ said: “We’ve been at The Swan with Two Necks for Twenty Seven Years and think of it as our hidden gem. This is a fantastic achievement not only for ourselves but our dedicated staff - and a great boost for our community.”

The Hope in Carshalton, The Horse and Jockey in Stapleford, and The Old Spot Inn in Dursley also made it to the final shortlist.