The search for the best pub in the Thirsk and Malton constituency has reached its exciting conclusion — with The Providence Inn in Yedingham crowned the winner.
The Star at Harome took a close second place, while The Royal in Thirsk came third in the popular competition launched by Kevin Hollinrake MP to celebrate and support the region’s vibrant pub scene.
The contest shone a spotlight on the crucial role local pubs play in North Yorkshire communities — as gathering places, employers, and the beating hearts of village and town life.
Kevin Hollinrake said: “Local pubs are great British institutions — the beating hearts of our communities and an irreplaceable part of our heritage here in North Yorkshire.
“Just as many households have struggled with higher energy bills and inflation, so too have pubs, yet they continue to provide jobs, friendship, and support to those who need it most. When pubs fail, consumers, high streets, and working people pay the price.
“That’s why I’m proud to celebrate our local pubs and to continue pressing the Labour Government to ease the burdens they face. I’ll continue to back our landlords, staff and regulars, ensuring our pubs and breweries don’t just survive, but thrive as community hubs.”
Publican Vicky Breheney, from the winning Providence Inn, said the team was “absolutely thrilled” by the result.
“The Providence Inn has always been about bringing people together, whether it’s for a quiet pint, a community event, or just a friendly chat at the bar.
This recognition means the world to our team and our regulars, who make the pub what it is. Huge thanks to Kevin Hollinrake MP for championing local pubs and to everyone who voted for us — we’ll be raising a glass to you all!”
The Thirsk and Malton constituency is home to several acclaimed breweries, including Wold Top Brewery and Helmsley Brewery, and the sector remains a vital part of the local economy — supporting more than 3,000 jobs in the area.
Nationally, pubs contributed over £34.4 billion to the UK economy in 2024 and paid more than £17.4 billion in tax, despite continuing to operate on tight margins.
Mr Hollinrake added that the Best Pub Competition had showcased “the strength and spirit of our local pub scene” and said he looked forward to raising a glass to the Providence Inn — and to all the fantastic pubs that make Thirsk and Malton such a welcoming place to live.
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