The Swan at Marbury, in Cheshire, has achieved gold accreditation from VisitEngland, the highest level of recognition in the national Pub Quality Scheme.
Some of the team at The Swan, Marbury. Left to right are Josh Hallam, Harry Carman, Charlie Holden, Dave Gater, and Abbie Whittingham
Developed in partnership with the British Beer & Pub Association, the scheme evaluates pubs on a wide range of criteria, including food and drink quality, hospitality, atmosphere, facilities, and overall customer experience.
The Swan impressed judges across all areas, securing the coveted gold standard — a distinction held by only a select number of pubs nationwide.
For The Swan, it is the latest in a string of national and regional recognition. Previous honours include best pub in the North West and best pub in Cheshire at the Pub & Bar Awards, Cheshire pub of the year at the Taste Cheshire Awards, summer pub of the year from South Cheshire CAMRA, and a place in Sawday’s Guide Top 40 Sunday lunches in the UK.
It is part of Pubs Limited, the privately owned pub group founded by Jerry Brunning and his wife Beth, which also includes Basement 85 in Chester, The Druid Inn at Gorsedd, The Hare at Farndon, and The Black Bear in Whitchurch.
“We’re really proud to share that The Swan at Marbury has been awarded the highest quality accreditation from Visit England,” said landlord Charlie Holden.
“As a rural pub, it means a lot to be recognised for the standards, atmosphere, and experience we work hard to create every day, and we couldn’t have done it without the support of our amazing customers and team.”
Forthcoming summer events include the return of the pub’s beer festival, from 6th to 9th August. There will be more than 15 cask and keg beers alongside a selection of ciders, as well as live music and a barbecue.
