Hook Norton Brewery Celebrates Pub Excellence at the Annual Hooky Awards
The Hooky Awards, an annual celebration of the tenants and managed houses of Hook Norton Brewery, took place last night at the brewery, honouring excellence across various categories. The event brought together pub owners, staff, and community members for a night of recognition and celebration.
Guests were greeted upon arrival by the brewery’s magnificent shire horses, Brigadier and Balmoral, immaculately turned out by head coachman Nic Carter. Attendees then enjoyed a reception with drinks and canapés in the newly restyled Heritage clothing department before proceeding down a red carpet to the awards ceremony.
The awards were presented in the brewery’s function room, The Steep, by renowned TV personality “The Dogfather,” Graeme Hall.
“It’s a privilege to celebrate the hard work and dedication of the people who make our pubs the heart of their communities,” said James Clarke, Managing Director of Hook Norton Brewery. “Each of our winners represents the best of what a great British pub can be.”
The 2025 Hooky Award winners are:
- Pub in Bloom Award: THE BUTCHERS ARMS, KINGS SUTTON
- Best Pint Award: THE EAGLE TAVERN, WITNEY
- The Customers’ Choice Award: THE PEYTON ARMS, STOKE LYNE
- Best Newcomer Award: THE BELL INN, ADDERBURY
- Best Community Pub Award: THE COACH & HORSES, SHIPSTON-ON-STOUR
- The Pub Personality Award: Mick The Hat, THE PEYTON ARMS
- Pub of The Year: THE BELL INN, ADDERBURY
Following the ceremony, a special dinner was served in the Malthouse Kitchen, allowing guests to relax and mingle. The evening concluded with casino tables, offering a final opportunity for fun and camaraderie.
The brewery extended its heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and expressed gratitude to everyone who attended, making it a truly special night.
