Celebrating not only the best-looking pubs in the UK, but also restored or converted sites as well as those that have made a real difference to their local community.
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This year’s winners ranged from a deconsecrated church converted to a pub, to a sensitive restoration of a historic heritage venue dating back to the 1800s.
Chair of the Pub Design Awards judging panel Andrew Davison said: “Despite the increasing pressure on the hospitality industry, people are still prepared to invest time, money, and energy into pubs and bars.
“The Pub Design Awards recognise the extraordinary amount of effort, the imagination and design, plus high-quality craftsmanship which have gone into all of these projects.
Beautiful pubs
“In these troubled times, the pub still has a key role to play in our communities, and those who are working to conserve, repair and renovate them should rightfully be applauded.”
An awards ceremony for this year’s winners will be held at the Woodman in Digbeth, Birmingham, which won the Historic England Conservation Award, on Tuesday 23 June.
Awards committee chair Shelly Bentley added: “From striking Art Deco wonders to inviting streetcorner locals, there are some beautiful pubs across the UK.
The full list of Pub Design Awards winners are:
- Historic England Conservation Award: The Woodman, Digbeth, Birmingham
- Converstion to Pub Use Joint Award: Blue Stoops, London and St Peter's Tavern, Liverpool
- Refurbishment Awards: Leyton Engineer, London
- Community Local Award: Lord Southampton, London
“Next time you are enjoying a pint, take a second to marvel at the skill involved in making these stunning spaces.
“In these difficult times for the industry, it is always heartening to see just how much people care about pubs.
Outstanding example
“From volunteering to help renovate your local, to architects undergoing full-on conservation projects, it all means future generations can enjoy them too.”
Run in collaboration with Historic England, the competition is judged by a panel of design and conservation experts in a bid to highlight the importance of pub architecture.
Co-CEOs of Historic England Claudia Kenyatta and Emma Squire said: “Pubs continue to be cherished historic spaces for people across the country.
“Each pub is distinct, telling the story of the community they stand within and continue to serve. This year’s Historic England Conservation Award winner, the Woodman in Birmingham, is an outstanding example of how thoughtful conservation can allow historic buildings to live on, securing them for future generations to enjoy.
“We are proud to partner with CAMRA to celebrate the skill, dedication and passion of everyone involved in preserving these special places.”
