Marston’s has plenty to celebrate this year, with ten of its pubs being recognised at the Great British Pub Awards 2025. Known as the “Oscars of the pub industry”, the awards highlight the very best pubs across the UK, recognising those that go above and beyond in their communities, deliver outstanding service, and provide truly memorable experiences for their guests. The Great British Pub Awards The annual Great British Pub Awards are considered one of the most respected events in the hospitality calendar. Each year, judges select the country’s top venues across a wide range of categories, from food and drink quality to atmosphere, innovation, and community engagement. For Marston’s, having ten pubs reach finalist status demonstrates...

Bodmin Moor is one of those places that takes your breath away before you’ve even thought about your first pint. The wide skies, granite tors and rolling mist make it feel wild and untamed. But tucked away across this rugged landscape are pubs and breweries that have been keeping walkers, travellers, and the occasional smuggler refreshed for centuries. On my latest wander across the moor, I ducked into a few of them – and what I found was a mix of history, hearty hospitality, and some brilliant Cornish ales. Jamaica Inn – Smugglers and Stories No trip to Bodmin Moor feels complete without a stop at Jamaica Inn, the coaching house turned world-famous pub that’s as famous...