Pub shed created by Wolves mad couple may be crowned Britain's best backyard boozer
Wolves mad couple make it into the pub shed finals
A Staffordshire couple have made it to the final of Britain's Pub Shed of the Year 2026 competition with their impressive football-themed garden bar.
Tina and Rich Hibbs, from Rugeley, are among just three finalists battling to be named the UK's top "pub shed" after more than 1,000 entries were whittled down.
Their bar, named Hibbys, is decorated with Wolves memorabilia and features a beer garden, outdoor play area and everything needed to entertain family and friends all year round.
Originally created as a retreat for Rich to watch football and display his extensive Wolves collection, the garden pub has since grown into a popular venue for birthdays, family gatherings and celebrations.
Tina said: "It was initially a bolthole for hubby to escape and watch the football in peace, and to display his vast collection of Wolves memorabilia.
"The bar has since evolved into the perfect place to cater for large occasions for both family and friends.
"With two daughters and five grandchildren it is the perfect place to host birthday parties and special occasions, with the play area a particular favourite with the young ones.
"The fridge is always full, and with a vast selection of spirits and two Blade beer machines ensuring cold refreshments are always on tap.
"Purposely there is no clock or traditional bell available as the bar is always open to family and friends alike."
The Staffordshire finalists are up against The Pampered Chicken, built by Paul Brimecome in Portsmouth, and The Mucky Pub, created by Adam Cockroft in Wakefield.
The annual competition is organised by Two Fat Blokes Bar Sign Emporium, with the overall winner receiving £500 worth of prizes.
It is believed there are now more than two million back garden pubs across Britain after their popularity surged during the coronavirus pandemic.
Ashley Turner, from Two Fat Blokes Bar Sign Emporium, said: "This is our sixth year running the competition. The quality of the entries makes judging harder every year."
The Pub Shed of the Year 2026 winner will be announced live on Ngageradio.co.uk next month.
Members of the public can cast their vote by visiting pubshedoftheyear.co.uk.