Northumberland's Kirkstyle Inn crowned regional Pub and Bar of the Year
A Northumberland venue has been named the North East Pub and Bar of the Year.
The Kirkstyle Inn and Sportsman’s Rest, located in the village of Slaggyford in the Northumberland moorlands, scooped the prestigious title at the National Pub and Bar Awards in London on Wednesday, June 11.
Nick Parkinson, general manager commented: “We are thrilled to have been recognised as the best pub in Northumberland.
"It is testament to the hard work all of our team puts into the pub and it is thoroughly deserved. It is a difficult time for pubs, so it is wonderful to have attained this award in support of the pub industry.
"The Great British Pub forms part of our heritage and is so important to our communities, especially those (like us) in remote regions. Next stop - overall pub of the year!”
The news comes after the pub was named ‘Pub of the Year’ in the gold category at the recent VisitEngland awards.