We are extremely pleased to announce that the Cross Keys, Wallingford has not only been voted as our branch Pub of the Year but also our branch Cider Pub of the Year for 2026!

Huge congratulations to landlord and lady Dave and Emma Howse, who work tirelessly to provide a superb mix of cask ales always in great condition, as well as continue to run a thriving and popular pub with masses of events throughout the year!

The Cross Keys will now go through to the county round of the competition where it will be up against the Butcher’s Arms, Balscote, the Crafty Pint in Witney, and the King’s Arms in Wantage. Best of luck!

Our Wallingford award winners do not stop there either, as we are extremely pleased to announce that our branch Club of the Year for 2026 is the Comrades Club!

The Comrades’ is our first winner for a while and it fully deserves the accolade with 2-3 cask ales always available (4 at busy weekends) as well as 2 real ciders, all to be consumed in extremely comfortable surroundings.

Huge congratulations to Oz and the team!

We are embarking on a festival of certificate presentations on Friday 8th May starting at the Cross Keys shortly after 5pm, and then at the Comrades’ Club at 8pm. We hope you can join us to celebrate!