A Durham pub has been named on the shortlist for CAMRA’s prestigious Pub of the Year competition 2022.
The Station House in Durham has been named amongst the 16 regional finalists which will now have a chance to compete for the National Pub of the Year crown, the highest accolade afforded to Britain’s pubs.
The competition has been on hold over the last two years due to Covid-19 restrictions and was last won by the Bell Inn in Aldworth, Berkshire in 2019.
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Pubs in the competition are judged on their atmosphere, decor, welcome, service, inclusivity, overall impression, but most importantly – the quality of live beer, real cider and perry. The overall winner will be announced on 30 November 2022.
A description of the pub on CAMRA's website details the Station House's offering in the following terms: "A wedge-shaped pub in the shadow of the railway viaduct opened in 2015 by CAMRA members. It is very friendly, with a back-to-basics approach and an emphasis on conversation.
"A changing range of beer and cider is served directly through a hatch from the cold room. Handpumps have recently been installed, with gravity remaining an option."
The regional announcement comes as CAMRA closes its Summer of Pub campaign with a final push to encourage pub-going over the long bank holiday weekend and beyond.
CAMRA is urging all pub-goers to support their local after an incredibly difficult few years for the industry.
A recent YouGov survey has shown that people are cutting back on the regularity of their pub visits at a time when pubs are facing spiralling energy costs and a cost of goods crisis.
Andrea Briers, National Coordinator for the Pub of the Year competition says: “This is an incredibly difficult time for many of our beloved pubs as they jump from one crisis to yet another one. The fact that we’re still seeing such shining examples of pub excellence despite these challenges is incredible, and a real testament to these winners.
“I’d encourage everyone to go out and support their local and even seek out these fantastic pubs in your area – they really are the cream of the crop and uphold the very highest standards of what makes a great pub.”
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