Mid-Chilterns CAMRA are thrilled to announce our annual ‘Pub of the Year’ awards for 2025, with The Three Blackbirds, Boxmoor taking overall champion ‘Pub of the Year’.
Congratulations to Lee, Charlotte and all of their team at the pub!
Our Joint ‘Runner-Up Pub of the Year‘ recipients have been announced as the The Rose & Crown in Ivinghoe and The George Ale House in Great Missenden. Congrats to both teams at their respective pubs!
‘Cider Pub of the Year‘ has been awarded to The Rising Sun (Berkhamsted), a treasure trove of close to twenty artisinal ciders and perrys.
Our ‘Most Improved Pub of the Year‘ goes to The Queen’s Head in Chesham, a pub that has seen an incredible reincarnation under the guidance of Paul and Manuel.
‘Community Pub of the Year‘ goes to The Anchor in Bourne End. This award has been granted for the Julie and Don’s outstanding efforts since reopening the pub in May 2024. Congrats again to Julie, Don, their team and the extended Anchor community.
‘Newcomer Pub of the Year‘ went to The Hop Tap in Market Square, Hemel Hempstead. Having just opened the premise, which used to house Monks Inn micropub, in November 2024 – owners Tony and Tracey have made a big splash with their quality and range.
A rare award recognising twenty eight years of management was presented to Tony and Lorri at the The Post Office Arms in Boxmoor. The ‘Personal Recognition Award for Long Service and Dedication‘ award was issued in celebration of the couple’s phenomenal tenure at ‘The Patch’ – well done again to Tony and Lorri!
For the first time ever, a special Branch Campaigner of the Year award was commissioned to celebrate the efforts of Richard Abraham who fulfils Tapler Editorial and Brewery Liason Officer Roles within the branch. Richard’s two official titles are just a drop in the ocean when speaking of his dedication to real ale and quality pubs – congrats to our branch campaigning champion.
To read more about our ‘Pub of the Year’ award winners please visit our ‘Awards‘ page!
