The Woodman Inn in Water End wins favourite pub award

Owners and staff celebrated their victory by inviting regular customers and members of the public to a free barbecue cooked by chef Stuart Conibear.

The Woodman Inn celebrated winning the award for the second year running (Image: The Woodman Inn) In the evening, customers were entertained by live music from pianist Paul Burton.

Ex England Cricket Team captain Mike Gatting, who lives in the area and is a regular customer at the pub, attended on the day.

He emphasised how much he enjoyed the "traditional pub with great restaurant - providing good food and a wonderful Sunday carvery".

Drinks at the Woodman Inn celebration (Image: The Woodman Inn) Pub manager Jana and her team thanked customers for their ongoing support and custom.

She said: "Without them we couldn’t be here providing a valuable local establishment.

"Winning two years in a row is amazing and are very thankful for all who took the time to vote for The Woodman Inn. 

"It is a great opportunity for us to show others what we have to offer from being a traditional pub to restaurant, Sunday Carvery, wedding and party venue."

Staff at the Woodman Inn (Image: The Woodman Inn) Chef Stuart Conibear cooking the barbecue (Image: The Woodman Inn) The Woodman Inn (Image: The Woodman Inn) The Woodman Inn was named the winner of the Your Favourite Pub of the Year award (Image: The Woodman Inn)