The Broken Cross
Nestled along the tow path of the Trent and Mersey Canal, this picturesque pub is a welcome respite for canal boat travellers and locals alike.
A Greene King Hive operation, this pub is exceptionally well run, with a talented and well trained team, led by Sami and Rob Garland, providing first rate service and a great experience for all that come through the door.
The couple took over the pub after having worked there for six years under the previous landlord, and have taken the site onto even greater heights of success with more still to come.
The Dolphin
This town centre gem sits at the heart of Wallingford, both geographically, but also at the very centre of the community it serves, who affectionately refer to it as the Dolly.
Run by licensee Emma Cox and her family for more than two decades now, this award-winning operation is unstinting in its support and work to improve the local community, so much so that Emma received royal recognition when she was invited to attend the Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace.
Community activities have included everything from free buffet lunches, through to raising significant funds to help improve facilities at the local primary school.
The Greyhound
Part of the impressive Brucan Pub Company, the Greyhound is a stunning addition to the group, located in Finchamstead.
This food-focused gastro operation prides itself on no frills excellence - no foams, deconstructed dishes or fancy plating - just superb pub grub in a relaxed and warm, friendly environment.
This is a pub that puts being hospitable at the heart of it’s operations, whether its locals at the bar, or destination diners seeking out a great experience. A superb wine selection sits alongside a great range of keg and cask beers, and those looking for an elevated pub tradition, there’s digital darts boards in the back room.
The Royal Oak
Sitting in the heart of the Lewes and a short walk from the train station is this outstanding sports focused pub.
With a full range of sports coverage on offer and multiple screens, the pub offer is rounded out by a strong burger and wings focused menu, and an extensive range of craft ales, gins and fine wines, with an emphasis on local producers.
An innovative loyalty scheme ensures the pub is popular with regulars, while also proving a strong draw for visitors to picturesque town. On top of this there’s a picturesque hidden back garden and an impressive function room for hire and use during big sporting events.
The Old Ship Inn
This small, but perfectly formed venue in a side street of Perth is certainly a pub that is well and truly punching above its weight.
Run for more than 17 years now by Tina McLaren, her passion and drive has taken the historic pub, which dates back to the 17th century, to new ever greater heights.
An exceptionally strong range of both gin and cask beer give it standout in the Scottish market and a recent impressive refurbishment has given the pub even greater appeal, particularly for female customers after an impressive renovation of the ladies loos.
The Salutation
Nestled on the outskirts of Doncaster, the “Sal” is a gem of a pub offering something special, including an impressive outdoor space which has been extensively invested in, providing covered seating and an outdoor bar.
This family run business, now run by the second generation with Josh Wilsdon at the helm, offers a cracking blend of the traditional British pub experience, along with a great Thai food offer both downstairs in the bar, and upstairs in the beautiful and popular Thai restaurant.
One of the town’s oldest former coaching inns, the pub also has an impressive range of seven hand pulls, complemented by a strong offer on keg, wines and spirits.
