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Guinness Unveils Inaugural Harp Guide Naming 35 Pubs Across Britain

Winners receive brass harp plaques plus January conference training, with public nominations opening in 2026.

Overview

  • The Guinness Harp Guide 2026 debuts with 35 venues selected for exceptional Guinness pours and standout pub culture.
  • London has the largest showing with nine pubs on the list, with further picks across Scotland, the North West, the North East, the Midlands and the South.
  • Regional highlights include three in Liverpool (Pogue Mahone, The Monro, Shenanigans) and three in Greater Manchester (Mulligans, Kennedy’s in Didsbury, The Station in Didsbury).
  • Newcastle’s The Centurion and Barluga, Sunderland’s Sheepfolds, Bristol’s The Star and Coventry’s Hearsall Inn also made the cut.
  • Selected pubs will receive official brass harp plaques and attend a January 2026 Harp Guide Conference at London’s Open Gate Brewery featuring tours, talks and training sessions, with consumer nominations set to open for future editions next year.