The Cornwood Inn has been recognised among the country’s leading rural pubs after representing the South West in the UK final of the Countryside Alliance Awards.
The village pub secured its place in the national final after being crowned the South West winner in the Pub category of this year’s Countryside Alliance Awards, going on to compete against regional champions from across the UK.
Although it did not take the overall national title, reaching the final marks a significant achievement for the business and reflects the reputation it has built within the local community.
Tina Forbes, landlady of The Cornwood Inn, said: “We’re incredibly proud to have represented the South West in the UK finals. It was a wonderful experience and a real privilege to be recognised alongside so many fantastic rural businesses from across the country.
“None of this would have been possible without our brilliant team and the amazing support we’ve had from our customers and the local community. Their encouragement means everything to us.”
Rebecca Smith, MP for South West Devon, joined Tina at the Countryside Alliance Awards Champions’ Reception in Parliament yesterday afternoon, where the final result was announced.
Miss Smith said: “To reach the UK final is a tremendous achievement and one everyone at The Cornwood Inn should be incredibly proud of.
“Village pubs are at the heart of our rural communities, bringing people together and supporting local jobs. The Cornwood Inn is a wonderful example of that, and being recognised on the national stage is thoroughly deserved.
“Congratulations to Tina and the whole team on representing both Cornwood and the South West so well.”
