In a result that’s anything but "bitter," The Butchers Dog in Driffield has officially been crowned Yorkshire Wolds CAMRA Cider Pub of the Year 2026 Runner Up.

On Saturday 11th April, Committee Chair Jonquil Beynon and Treasurer/GBG Coordinator Alan Hutchison were on hand to present landlady Nat Waudby with her certificate (and celebrate with a pint or two!).

While they might have missed out on the top spot by a pip, The Butchers Dog team are celebrating a massive win for the local craft cider scene in Driffield and the Wolds. And we'll certainly raise a glass to that!

Learn more about our 2026 Pub of the Year competition.

There’s a familiar name at the top of the Yorkshire Wolds CAMRA honours list this year… and for very good reason!

We’re delighted to announce that Three B's Micropub has been crowned both Yorkshire Wolds CAMRA Pub of the Year 2026 and Cider Pub of the Year 2026 — a fantastic double triumph for one of Bridlington’s most celebrated watering holes.

A Winning Habit

This isn’t the first time Three B’s has taken home the silverware. The much-loved micropub also scooped the Pub of the Year title in 2024, and incredibly, reached the final four of the National Pub of the Year award — a record that speaks volumes about its commitment to quality, character and consistency.

From expertly kept cask ales to an outstanding and ever-interesting cider selection, Three B’s continues to impress both regulars and judges alike. Its warm welcome, community spirit and dedication to showcasing the very best local producers make it a shining example of what a great pub should be.

A Strong Field of Finalists

The competition was fierce this year, with some superb pubs battling it out for top honours.

In the Pub of the Year category:

• Second place went to the ever-popular Old Ship Inn, Bridlington
• Third place was awarded to Moon Tap, Bridlington (last year's winner)

Meanwhile, in the Cider Pub of the Year category, a special mention goes to runner-up:

• Butchers Dog, Driffield

All of these venues (and many others!) continue to champion real ale and real cider across the branch area, and we’re lucky to have such a strong pub scene here in the Yorkshire Wolds.

Have Your Say in 2027

These awards are voted for by local CAMRA members — which means you could help decide who takes the titles next year.

If you’re passionate about great real ale, proper cider and protecting brilliant pubs like these, why not join CAMRA? Not only will you be supporting the campaign for real ale, cider and community pubs, you’ll also get a say in future branch awards.

Congratulations once again to Three B’s Micropub on a truly outstanding achievement — and here’s to another year of superb pints and perfectly poured cider across the Yorkshire Wolds!

We are now asking Yorkshire Wolds members to vote for their favourite pubs in the Yorkshire Wolds branch area which sell real ale, cider and perry.

Voting will close on 28 February 2026. The result will be announced at our March meeting (date and venue TBC)

Voting details

Members should only vote for pubs which they have visited during the year.

Members should consider all aspects of the pubs which are:

• Quality and Condition of Product
• Promotion and Knowledge of Product
• Cleanliness and Staff Hygiene
• Community Focus
• Service and Welcome
• Style Décor and Atmosphere
• Sympathy with CAMRA's Aims
• Overall Impression and Value

Pub of the Year 2026

Pubs nominated for Pub of the Year are:

• Brunswick Hotel, Bridlington
• Butchers Dog, Driffield
• Doghouse, Bridlington
• Moon Tap, Bridlington
• Old Ship Inn, Bridlington
• Old Star, Kilham
• Pack Horse, Bridlington
• Spread Eagle, Driffield
• Stack Real Ale Cafe, Hornsea
• Three B's Micropub, Bridlington
• Trout Inn, Wansford
• Viking Hotel, Flamborough

Please vote for up to five pubs. Five points should be awarded to your preferred pub, descending to one point for your least favoured. The pub with the most points will be declared Yorkshire Wolds Pub of the Year 2026.

Cider Pub of the Year 2026

The pubs which have been nominated for Cider Pub of the Year are:

• Butchers Dog, Driffield
• Three Bs Micropub, Bridlington

You can vote for either or both. Two points should be awarded to your preferred pub and one point for your least favoured.

Other things to note

Votes will only be valid if your name and membership number are included.

As noted in our CAMRA code of conduct, any owner, licensee or member of staff directly associated with a licensed premise will not be allowed to vote for their own pubs in this process, as it can be considered a conflict of interest.

Please submit your votes to: chair@yorkshirewolds.camra.org.uk.

If you have any questions or require clarification, please do not hesitate to contact the Yorkshire Wolds Branch Chair.

We would like to thank you for taking the time to vote for this annual award.