Publican award win

It’s a double win for St Austell Brewery at pub industry ‘Oscars’.

St Austell Brewery, the South West’s leading brewing, hospitality and drinks wholesale busines, is celebrating double success after being named Best Managed Pub Company (2–50 sites) and Best Sustainable Pub Company at the Publican Awards 2026.

This achievement marks the third consecutive year the independent, family-owned brewery has been recognised at the UK’s major hospitality awards, following wins for Best Brewing Pub Company in 2025 and Best Accommodation Operator in 2024.

Kevin Georgel, Chief Executive of St Austell Brewery, said that winning both Best Managed Pub Company and Best Sustainable Pub Company was an incredible honour. He added that the awards reflect the hard work, passion and talent of teams right across the business – from its pubs to its breweries and drinks wholesale operations.

He continued that the company’s managed pubs are where everything comes to life – from its beers and food to the people delivering memorable experiences for guests every day. To receive such significant industry recognition in its 175th anniversary year, he noted, felt particularly fitting, adding that he could not be prouder of the teams and everything they have achieved.

This year also marks a significant evolution for the business, with the rollout of its refreshed brand identity and long-term sustainability strategy, ‘Crafting a Brighter Future’.

Emily Coon, Sustainability Manager at St Austell Brewery, said that taking home the award for Sustainable Pub Company was a meaningful moment. She explained that it recognises both the progress made and the company’s ambitions for the future.

She added that pubs across the South West, along with teams throughout the business, have shown great passion over the past year, bringing the strategy to life in their day-to-day roles and helping to drive progress.

Emily said the award reflects a companywide commitment as sustainability continues to be embedded into operations, adding that while there is still more to achieve, the recognition serves as a powerful motivator for the journey ahead.

Continuing its winning streak, St Austell Brewery also took home five bronze trophies for its first major rebrand in over 70 years at the Transform Europe Awards, which recognises excellence in brand strategy across the continent.

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