After a record number of entries for the awards we can finally reveal the 2016 national finalists.
Following a rigorous initial two rounds of judging, finalists were chosen from more than 1,300 entries, across 16 categories.
The awards will be hosted by funny-woman, Katherine Ryan, star of Mock the Week, 8 out of 10 Cats and QI.
Winners
A winner from each category will be selected and announced at the glittering best-of-British-themed ceremony at the Hilton Park Lane, London, on Wednesday 5 October. Come back to this page to find all the winners here on that date.
From the category winners, an overall champion of champions is also selected – the Great British Pub of the Year 2016.
Category finalists:
Best Beer Pub finalists
Best Cider Pub finalists
Best Community Pub finalists
Best Student Pub finalists
Best Spirits Pub finalists
Best Wine Pub finalists
Best Newcomer Pub finalists
Best Family Pub finalists
Best Freehouse Pub finalists
Best Food Pub finalists
Best Turnaround Pub finalists
Best Sports Pub finalists
Best Inn Pub finalists
Best Managed Pub finalists
Best Partnership Pub finalists
Best Live Entertainment Pub finalists
