We have some rather brilliant news to share!

Heartwood Inns have been named Best Pub Company at the MCA Hospitality Awards 2026.

Held on Thursday 12th March at the magnificent Guildhall in the heart of London, it’s one of the most prestigious nights in the UK hospitality calendar and, well, we’re still pinching ourselves a little.

What are the MCA Hospitality Awards?

If you haven’t come across them before, the MCA Hospitality Awards are widely regarded as the industry’s highest peer recognition.

Nominations and votes come from a select database of senior sector professionals, which makes this win feel especially meaningful. It’s not a panel of judges ticking boxes. It’s our fellow operators, suppliers and industry leaders saying: yes, this lot are doing something right.

The evening itself brings together senior decision-makers, leading brands and the brightest talent from across the sector and this year was no different.

Why this one matters to us

We’ve worked hard to build something a little different at Heartwood Inns. Picturesque historic inns, fresh seasonal food and the kind of welcome that makes you want to stay just one more night.

This award is recognition that the approach is landing well, not just with our guests but with the people who know the industry inside out.

Thank you, all of you!

None of this happens without the people who make Heartwood Inns what it is. Our teams at every inn, the guests who keep coming back and the communities who’ve welcomed us so warmly. This award belongs to all of you.

So, who fancies a celebratory drink? We know just the place!