The Tamworth Tap has been named CAMRA’s national Pub of the Year 2025, taking the title for a unprecedented third time.
The Tamworth Tap team, with owners George and Louise Greenaway far right
Beating thousands of entries, The Tamworth Tap was judged on its atmosphere, décor, welcome, service, inclusivity, overall impression and, most importantly, top-quality cask beer, real cider, and perry.
Home to Tamworth Brewing Company, the multi-award-winning pub boasts a range of eight cask beers from both local brewers and across the UK, along with a wide selection of ciders, gins, wines and bottled beers.
The pub is the centre of its community, becoming a social hub by hosting a huge range of events from craft clubs, painting nights, and faith groups, to sell-out tutored tasting sessions.
Owners George and Louise Greenaway and their team support local charities, including the Royal British Legion’s Tamworth branch, and make Christmas hampers for St Editha’s Parish Church. George and Louise were awarded the town’s Freedom of the Borough in recognition of their commitment to the town and community.
In a statement, the couple said: “It’s not often either of us are stuck for words — ask anyone! — but we really are struggling to express how we feel today. When we won the first time we believed we’d reached the pinnacle of our achievements, and were absolutely astounded with our second consecutive win.
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“To have won for an unprecedented third time is beyond our wildest dreams; we are in awe of this recognition. The pub and its people are at the centre of everything we do. We don’t just pour pints at the Tap, we strive to give a true sense of community and give our beloved Tappers a place they like to call home, with the warmest welcome, great atmosphere and beautiful surroundings. Quality beer comes first, yet the passion, knowledge and friendliness of our incredible Team Tap is key.
“A heartfelt thanks to every single person who has been part of our journey, from day one when we opened a pop-up in a shop window, with a makeshift counter and two barrels of beer. Thank you for supporting and believing in us, for turning up to everything we do and for making the Tamworth Tap a place where people want to be.”
CAMRA Pub of the Year co-ordinator, Andrea Briers, said: “This is history in the making. I can’t congratulate George, Louise, and their team enough for the trailblazing feat of winning the National Pub of the year award for a third time.
“What can you possibly say about this fantastic pub that hasn’t been said already? The local community are lucky to have an incredible pub with such dedicated staff on their doorstep. Please raise a pint, or three, to our triple champion!”
