Ashmore Park pub celebrated among best in country by national pub chain awards
A community-focussed Ashmore Park pub has been recognised for that community work after winning a major award.
The Ashmore Inn was named as the winner of the Outstanding Achievement Award at the Proper Pubs Awards Gala.
The award-winning community wet-led operator division of Admiral Taverns celebrated the outstanding achievements of its pub operators at its first ever Gala, which was held in Chesterfield on Thursday, July 31.
The event brought together operators from across Proper Pubs’ estate of more than 200 pubs in England, Scotland and Wales, recognising those who have gone above and beyond for their communities over the past year.
Ten awards were presented on the night, with the overall ‘Proper Pub of the Year’ title going to the Chrystal Bell in Glasgow, which also took home the ‘Audit Pub of the Year’ award.
The Ashmore Inn licensee Tina Wood said she was still struggling to believe the pub had won the award and said helping the community just second nature to her.
She said: "I just feel it's unreal at the moment as, to me, I don't do anything special, but I do do everything, such as helping out charities and supporting the community and food banks.
"I think it's just amazing to win this award and I want to thank everyone who has supported us as they're brilliant."
Matthew Gurney, Operations Director for Proper Pubs, commented: “Our pubs are the beating heart of their local communities, providing a welcoming space for people to come together, connect and support one another.
"Every day, our operators go above and beyond - not just serving great drinks and creating a friendly atmosphere, but also organising events, supporting local charities and being there for their customers in ways that truly make a difference.
"These awards are a fantastic way to celebrate the dedication, creativity and community spirit shown by our operators, who continually set the standard for what a local pub should be."
