Local newspapers launch Pub of the Year 2026 competition

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 23 Oct, 17:28 · Archive

Local newspapers are inviting readers to nominate their favourite pubs for Pub of the Year 2026, with nominations open until 4 November.

Local newspapers have launched their Pub of the Year 2026 competition, inviting readers to nominate their favourite pubs. The nominations period runs until 4 November, with readers able to put forward pubs by completing a nomination form.

The competition celebrates pubs at the heart of communities. Voters can nominate pubs for reasons including friendly welcomes, well-poured pints, food, atmosphere or a landlord who goes the extra mile. Nominations may cover traditional country pubs, lively town-centre venues or hidden gems.

The Bishop Blaize in Romsey won the previous Pub of the Year title in 2024. Once the nomination period closes on 4 November, the outlets will reveal which pubs have progressed to the next stage of the competition.

How it is being reported

• Is your local the best? Nominate it for Pub of the Year 2026Nominations are open now, and readers have until November 4 to put forward their favourite pubRomsey Advertiser · 23 Oct, 17:00
• Think your local deserves an award? Nominate it for Pub of the Year 2026We are delighted to launch our Pub of the Year 2026 competition, celebrating the brilliant pubs at the heart of our communitiesAndover Advertiser · 23 Oct, 12:00

In this story: Andover Advertiser · Romsey Advertiser · Bishop Blaize · Romsey

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