Three Brakspear pubs recognised as County Winners at the National Pub & Bar Awards 2026.

June 23, 2026

Three Brakspear pubs have been recognised among the best in the country after being named County Winners at the prestigious National Pub & Bar Awards 2026.

The awards celebrate excellence across the UK’s hospitality sector, recognising venues that consistently deliver exceptional service, quality and customer experience.

Our county-winning pubs are:

The Leicester Arms, Penshurst – Kent County Winner

The George Inn, Maulden – Bedfordshire County Winner

The Joker, Brighton – East Sussex County Winner

Each pub was recognised for its outstanding hospitality, strong community presence and dedication to creating memorable experiences for guests.

This achievement is a testament to the passion, commitment and hard work of the business owners and pub teams behind these outstanding venues. Their dedication to maintaining the highest standards of hospitality has earned them well-deserved recognition on a national stage.

Congratulations to everyone at The Leicester Arms, The George Inn and The Joker on this fantastic achievement and well-deserved recognition.