In January more than 1,000 people across Hinckley and Bosworth nominated their favourite local pub as part of a call by Dr Luke Evans, Member of Parliament for Bosworth, to recognise the vital role that pubs play within the community.
In total, 76 pubs and local establishments were nominated as ‘Hinckley and Bosworth’s Favourite Pub’ with many people taking the time to leave positive comments about why they’ve nominated their local pub.
Dr Luke Evans MP has visited The New Plough Inn in Hinckley, The Red Lion in Barlestone and Elbow Room in Hinckley to thank the teams for their hard work and congratulate them on taking the top three spots.
Hinckley’s New Plough Inn, The Red Lion in Barlestone and Elbow Cask and Craft in Hinckley received the first, second and third most nominations, respectively.
Dr Luke Evans, Member of Parliament for Bosworth, said “I’ve been absolutely blown away by the number of people who nominated their favourite pub in our area and took the time to write such kind comments about why their pub deserved to win.
“Pubs are not simply a place to eat and drink; a good pub helps combat loneliness as people start to feel like they are part of a community. These winter months are often the hardest for the hospitality sector, so I wanted to start 2024 on a more positive note and show some appreciation to the pubs across Hinckley and Bosworth who are so often the hearts of our area.
“I really enjoyed reading the comments people left about their favourite pub so wrote to each pub nominated to share some the kind words people left about them. It’s been great to hear from the teams at the pubs how much these letters have meant to them, and I’ve been touched to see a few letters in frames!
“It’s been a real pleasure to speak to Louise and Darren at the New Plough Inn, Andy and Fiona at the Red Lion in Barlestone and Tim at Elbow Room to hear what the recognition means to them. A very big well done to each pub nominated, your hard work is greatly appreciated – keep it up!”
Dr Luke has urged the local community to go out and support their local pub and try out some of the nominations in Hinckley and Bosworth. He said “As the weather improves, it’s the perfect time to explore the amazing offerings in our area. I hope people can look at the list and try somewhere new, I certainly plan to!”
Here's a list of everyone that was nominated... if there's a pub you haven't heard of before or one you'd like to revisit, do pop along to support if you can!
George and Dragon, Stoke Golding
The Queens Head, Hinckley
The Dog and Hedgehog, Dadlington
Burbage Constitutional Club
Hercules Revived, Sutton Cheney
The Gate Inn, Osbaston
The Anchor Inn, Burbage
The Chequers Inn, Burbage
The Sycamores, Burbage
The Bluebell, Desford
Barwell Constitutional Club
The Rising Sun, Shackerstone
The Cross Keys, Burbage
The Dixie Arms, Market Bosworth
The Gate Hangs Well, Carlton
Elbow Room, Hinckley
The New Plough Inn, Hinckley
The Windmill Inn, Brascote
The Horse and Jockey, Congerstone
The Greyhound, Hinckley
Pestle and Mortar, Hinckley
The Red Lion, Barlestone
The Vaults, Earl Shilton
The Field Head, Markfield
Red Lion, Burbage
The Lime Kilns, Hinckley
Flintlock, Hinckley
The Nags Head, Stapleton
The Railway, Hinckley
Dog and Gun, Earl Shilton
The Queens Head, Barwell
The Wharf Inn, Hinckley
The Ashby Tavern, Hinckley
Blue Lion, Witherley
Miller and Carter, Hinckley
The Hinckley Knight, Burbage
The Red Lion, Market Bosworth
The Clarence, Hinckley
The Red Lion, Earl Shilton
The Last Roadhouse, Hinckley
Baton Rouge, Hinckley
The Plough, Ratby
The Prince’s Feathers, Hinckley
Tin Hat, Hinckley
Weavers Arms, Hinckley
Ashby Road Sports Club, Hinckley
The Bricklayers Arms, Thornton
Blacksmiths Arms, Barwell
The Black Horse, Sheepy Magna
The Jubilee, Newbold Verdon
Speakeasy, Hinckley
The Bulls Head, Markfield
Wykin Club, Hinckley
Carter’s Courtyard, Hinckley
Union Inn, Hinckley
Hinckley Working Mens Club
Hansom Cab, Hinckley
The Barron of Hinckley
The Holywell, Hinckley
Tarro Lounge, Hinckley
The Black Horse, Hinckley
The Gate, Ratcliffe Culey
Crafty Baron, Hinckley
Copt Oak, Markfield
The Duke of Rutland, Hinckley
The White Bear, Hinckley
Bond Street Distillery, Hinckley
Barwell Sports Bar
The Three Tuns, Barlestone
Moko, Hinckley
The Coach and Horses, Markfield
Three Horseshoes, Stoke Golding
The Milestone, Hinckley
The Lord Nelson, Earl Shilton
The Bounty, Hinckley
