GBPA PUTS WINNERS ON MAP

"We've had so many regulars and local businesses congratulate us. It's strengthened our relationship with the community and reinforced why we do what we do. There's been a renewed buzz in the pub."

Crowther highlighted the pub had been approached by more

PR, press and media companies than ever before.

He added: "It's opened doors to conversations and opportunities that weren't on the table before, and it's helped raise the profile of both The Black Pug and our wider group Pug Pubs as a whole."

Positive impact

As a result of the award, the Black Pug have organised a collaboration with Warwick racecourse called The Pug Gold cup where real pugs will be raced on the