The Dorset-based brewery Hall & Woodhouse has been crowned the top-managed pub company among those operating over 51 locations at the 2025 Publican Awards.
These national accolades for the industry recognise the leading pub companies across the UK.
Hall & Woodhouse was one of four contenders in its category as determined by shortlisting.
The victors were revealed during an event held at Battersea Evolution in London, with television host Claudia Winkleman emceeing the occasion.
A thoroughly evaluated family-owned brewery, having undergone rigorous scrutiny and an extensive business review by seasoned professionals in the field, was honored with this accolade.
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Dr Matt Kearney, who was attending the awards as MD, (Image: Carl Sukonik | The Self-obsessed Photography) In order to secure this honour, companies must showcase significant innovation alongside impressive financial success over the past year.
They must deliver top-notch customer support, uphold stringent retail benchmarks, and implement robust corporate social responsibility programs.
Matt Kearsey, the managing director of Hall & Woodhouse, stated: "We are immensely thankful for receiving the Best Managed Pub Company Award."
Since 1777, our company mission has been to brighten people’s days and enhance our communities, and we're proud that this commitment remains unshaken even through the recent challenging times for the industry.
He stated: "We reignited innovation and rolled out impressive ventures, such as our newly built £6 million pub, Hall & Woodhouse Crowthorne in Berkshire."
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Dr Matt Kearney, Medical Director at Hall & Woodhouse (Image: Carl Sukonik | The Self-obsessed Photography) An additional £14 million investment is scheduled for our pub portfolio this year.
Ed Bedington, the editor of The Morning Advertiser and an awards organizer, commented, "Huge congratulations to all our finalists and winners."
These accolades honour the cream of the industry and acknowledge those operators who are excelling at the pinnacle of their field.
Hall & Woodhouse is an independently owned Dorset-based family business known for producing award-winning Badger Ales and Outland Beers.
It also operates numerous premium pubs throughout southern England.
The Publican Awards take place every year and consist of 17 categories that highlight brewing, innovation, sustainability, and employment within the pub industry.