A stunning garden bar in Stockport has been named the best in the UK by the organisers of the International Backyard Bar Awards.
Len Lavelle will receive a trophy, Pinter machine, and Ooni pizza oven to enhance his extraordinary backyard set-up, called Bucko’s Bar.
Unfortunately, he just missed on being the overall international winner, after going head-to-head with five bars from across the USA.
The Cabana, from Aloha, Oregon, claimed first prize, while The Plastered Pelican, in Richmond, Virginia, was runner-up.
Bucko’s Bar is a heartfelt tribute to family memories, featuring more than 300 beer mats adorning the roof and seating sourced from an old Irish club. This nostalgic haven pays homage to childhood trips to Irish pubs in the 1970s.
The bar’s creation was a delightful surprise for Len’s father, who stumbled upon it while believing he was merely retrieving a brush from the shed.
‘Family memories and community spirit’
Ralph Broadbent, co-founder and chief executive of The Greater Good Fresh Brewing Company, which produces the Pinter, said: “Seeing the range of entries this year has been nothing short of incredible.
“Bucko’s Bar stood out as the best in the UK, and we’re really proud to announce Len’s creation as such. It is a heartfelt tribute to family memories and community spirit.
“Each backyard bar stood out in its own way, serving as a beacon for their communities — places for friends and family to gather, laugh, and create lasting memories.
“The judges were truly spoiled for choice, with each space offering something special, whether it was the craftsmanship, the creativity, or the deep connection they fostered among their visitors.”
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