A Renfrewshire pub is in the running to be crowned best in the land after being named in the final four of a national competition.
Several businesses from Renfrewshire are in the running to be declared top in their field with an award celebrating the best pubs and bars.
The finalists of the Scottish Pub and Bar Awards have been announced and there will be three representatives from the area going up against competitors from all over Scotland.
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Now in their 27th year, the awards – dubbed the hospitality Oscars, celebrate Scotland’s licensed trade and shine a spotlight on all aspects of the hospitality industry, featuring standout pubs up and down the country in more than 24 categories.
Representing Renfrewshire in the category recognising best customer service is The Coach House, Bridge of Weir, competing in the Aro Procurement Customer Service Award against The Fox & Willow, Ayr, The Huxley, Edinburgh, and Little Soho, Jordanhill.
And in the category which celebrates the best community pub, Clippens Inn, Linwood, will go up against Granny Gibbs, Whiteinch, Silver Wing, Edinburgh, and The Weston Tavern, Kilmaurs in the DRAM Community Pub category.
And for the big one, the ultimate prize, Habbies, in Kilbarchan will be competing against three others to be crowned Sunday Mail Pub of the Year. They will be competing against The Palais, Glasgow, The Station Bar, Glasgow, and The Waverley, Wishaw.
Bar manager Joanne Paterson said: "It's just the best wee pub in the world, it's comfy, welcoming and the staff have a great relationship with all the customers.
"There is always a brilliant atmosphere and we cater for everyone."
Winners will be announced at an award ceremony on August 30, 2022 at The Doubletree Glasgow Central.
Organiser, Susan Young said: “The votes are in and verified and the time is nearly here to celebrate the best of the best at The Scottish Bar & Pub Awards 2022.
“The licensed trade needs our support more than ever and Scottish hospitality has never been better. Congratulations to all the finalists – your recognition is very well deserved, and I can’t wait to see who takes home the trophies at this year’s awards.”
The finalists were selected by the voting public - more than 3,500 people - who selected their favourites online.
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