Wiltshire Wetherspoons pub named among the best in the UK

The 2026 National Pub and Bar Awards were held last week, revealing the country's top watering holes.

A total of 94 county winners were announced live at the awards, as well as Highly Commended venues for each area.

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Regional Winners were then announced for every area in the UK, as well as a host of other awards, including:

• Pub Group of the Year
• Tyrrells Tyrrellbly Good Taste Award
• The Industry’s Choice Award

The Gunton Arms in Norfolk claimed the top accolade, named the best pub in the UK.

You can see a full list of all the 2026 National Pub and Bar Award winners via the website.

Wiltshire pub named among the UK's best

The Bath Arms, a JD Wetherspoon venue, received the regional title for the South West at the 2026 National Pub & Bar Awards.

The pub, located in the centre of Warminster, is a Grade II-listed building and one of the town’s remaining 18th-century inns, according to its website.

It has long been a popular choice among locals and visitors alike, with a 4.2 (out of 5) rating on Tripadvisor from 395 reviews.

One guest said: "Excellent stay at this JD W Hotel, reason for my stay to break the journey to and from the West Country.

"Value for money in this hotel 10/10 , upgraded to a mini suite with shower/ bath, spacious, very clean, and comfortable, tasteful interior design.

"Visit to bar made great, super friendly efficient staff. Would definitely stay again, thanks spoons. A Great British invention, great beer."

Another customer highlighted the consistently good service, commenting: "All of the staff were really friendly and the food was good as usual.

"Don't often review but this is the first wetherspoons in a long while that the tables have been cleaned.

"The last 4 visits to other wetherspoons we have cleaned the table ourselves or asked for it to be cleaned.. Well done."

A third visitor added: "We went to this pub on a Saturday night for a meal and really enjoyed it.

"The venue is secure, clean and friendly. The food was hot, tasty and arrived quickly.

"Part of the Wetherspoon chain and well worth a visit. We'll go back again."

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