'We're ecstatic and humbled': West Midlands 16th-century pub named best in the country at national beer awards
The Tamworth Tap, a 16th-century pub in the West Midlands, has been named the best pub in the country, beating off stiff competition from other top pubs across Britain.
A West Midlands pub has been named best pub in the country at the Great British Pub Awards.
The pub isn’t new to awards, having won a Great British Pub Award for ‘Best Pub for Beer’ in 2024. It also won CAMRA National Pub of the Year in 2022, 2023 and 2025.
To win a slew of awards, especially during, and in the aftermath of the pandemic, makes The Tamworth Tap even more remarkable.
The microbrewery taphouse based in the heart of Tamworth aims to be a ‘true destination for real ale lovers’.
The ale and cider offering is vast, with 40 craft ciders, Belgian draught, craft beers and global bottles, plus eight constantly changing casks ales.
Reacting to the win, the pub took to social media to share the good news.
The post said: ‘Oops, we did it again! Best Beer Pub in Britain. We’re feeling ecstatic, emotional, humbled and a million other things. We are now going to party! We wanted you to know first. We love you. We do it for you!’
Founder George Greenaway opened the Tamworth Tap in 2017, restoring a former tourist information centre into a microbrewery and pub.
Set over three floors, the characterful 16th century building boasts period features including a majestic Georgian triple frontage creating a unique drinking atmosphere.
The cellar too is a talking point, with Medieval stone walls that keep beer at perfect temperatures throughout the year.
Another big award in hospitality is CAMRA's national pub of the year. The winner for this award will be announced in January 2027.