CAMRA has unveiled the winners of its prestigious Pub Design Awards, which recognise the highest standards of architecture in the refurbishment and historic conservation of pubs across the UK, plus the most innovative construction and conversions of new venues.

The awards are judged by a panel of experts in design and conservation, with categories ranging from refurbishment to new build.

The Pipe Makers Arms in Broseley, Shropshire has won Commended in the Community Local category, which is reserved for outstanding refurbished street-corner locals.

Owner Kerry Ford took on the Bell and single handedly renovated the pub by herself. The refurbished pub has become the social hub for its community, providing attractive facilities for a range of local groups and activities, such as Creative Lives initiatives, book clubs and even its own football team.

Chair of the Pub Design Awards judging panel, Andrew Davison, said: “Once again, the Pub Design Awards’ judges have had a hard job in selecting the winners from the entries submitted. Despite the pressures the hospitality industry is under, we are pleased to report that people are still prepared to invest time, money, and resources into conserving their buildings, and upgrading them to meet the latest challenges.

“Our Pub Design Awards recognise the high standards of flair and imagination which have gone into these projects, and the ambitious craftsmanship involved in the repair and conservation work. Despite everything thrown at it, we believe that the pub has a key role to play in our communities, and that it will continue to flourish as an institution. The high quality of the entries for these Awards provides evidence to support that belief.”