The pub awards, which recognise the best pubs in the business, is now open until May 11 to give operators a little extra time to polish up their entries.
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The prestigious awards ceremony will take place at the First Direct Arena in Leeds to celebrate the best operators from across the UK market.
Ones to win
Ed Bedington, editor of The Morning Advertiser, which organises the awards, said: “These awards are the ones to win for any publican. We’ve been running them for nearly three decades now and a shortlisting, and better still a win, can transform your business.
“The economic outlook for the pub sector is tough at the moment and any opportunity to give your pub an edge is vital in this market. We’re giving you a little more time to get your entries in, and if you haven’t started yet, now’s your opportunity to throw your hat in the ring.
“If you’re running a great pub, let us know and help us to shine a light on some of the best businesses in the sector and give punters a reason to get back to the bar.”
Full list of categories
This year, a new category has been added in - Best Inn, which recognises pubs with an accommodation offer.
Bedington said: “Staycations are booming and pubs that are adapting their businesses to meet that opportunity are doing well.
“We want to recognise the best operators in that sector and help keep the tourists flocking.”
The full list of categories for entry are:
- Best Pub for Dogs
- Best Pub for Entertainment
- Best Pub for Families
- Best Pub for Food
- Best Pub Garden
- Best Pub to Watch Sport
- NEW Best Inn
- Community Pub of the Year
- Best Country Pub
- Best Town Pub
- Best Beer Pub
Judges will also be assessing:
- Admiral Tavern’s Pub of the Year
- Greene King Pub of the Year
- Marston’s Pub of the Year
- Punch Pubs & Co Pub of the Year
- Stonegate Pub of the Year
So what are you waiting for? Start your entry now to be in with a chance of being named the Great British Pub of the Year.
