Yorkshire is home to some of the cosiest pubs that the UK has to offer and during the winter months there is nothing better than warming up in your local boozer. The love for a cosy pub runs as deep as the rolling hills in God’s Own Country, and the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has taken note, picking one of our popular pubs as runner up at this year’s National Pub of the Year competition.
Since ’88, we’ve been on a quest to shine a spotlight on the crème de la crème of pubs across the UK. It’s not just about finding a spot to savour a pint of real ale; it’s about unearthing those hidden gems that might surprise you with top-notch real cider or perry. Picture this: CAMRA volunteers, armed with a keen sense of taste, assess pubs based on their vibe, decor, hospitality, service, community vibes, and, of course, the beer game.
In the latest showdown, Skipton’s The Beer Engine snagged a well-deserved runner-up spot, but stealing the limelight and taking home the coveted trophy was The Tamworth Tap. The little Skipton pub congratulated them on their win and said: “We are still reeling from the shock that our little tucked away bar got so far in the competition, there are some belting pubs in the UK, so it’s a huge honour to us to get to the finals and be ranked amongst such establishments.”
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Nestled beneath the shadows of Tamworth’s historic Norman castle in a 16th-century shop front, this brewpub not only claimed victory in 2022 but etched its name in history by becoming just the second pub ever to bag the prize two years running.
This rare honour was last achieved by Sheffield’s Kelham Island Tavern in the glorious beer-fueled days of 2008 and 2009. Cheers to the laid-back charm of Yorkshire and the pubs that make the pint a work of art!
Runners-up in Camra’s National Pub of the Year 2023:
- The Nelson Arms, Tonbridge;
- Trafalgar Hotel, Ramsey, Isle of Man;
- The Beer Engine, Skipton.
If you’d like to visit The Beer Engine, check out their socials here. 1 Albert Street, Skipton, United Kingdom
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