The list of finalists for the Great British Pub Awards 2023 has been released with 2 Worcestershire pubs being shortlisted.

The awards are split into a variety of categories including Best City/Urban Pub, Best Pub for Dogs and Best Pub to Watch Sport.

Pubs from across the UK have been named as finalists for the awards.

2 Worcestershire pubs named finalists in Great British Pub Awards 2023

Cock & Magpie in Bewdley and Rose & Crown, in Severn Stoke, near Worcester, have both been shortlisted for the Marstons Pub of the Year category.

You can find the full list of finalists via the Great British Pub Awards website.

Cock & Magpie is praised on Tripadvisor with a rating of 4 out of 5 from 182 reviews.

One reviewer wrote: “We were fortunate to get a table by the open fire . Service was fantastic and made to feel very welcome. Food was great, served promptly. Lovely afternoon family lunchtime”

Another wrote: “Popped in for a cheeky gin after an absolute HIKE with the dog. Great atmosphere, nice gins & lovely warm fire. Will be back to try the pizza soon!”

The awards are taking place at Victoria Warehouse in Manchester on Tuesday, September 19 2023.