Chelmsford pub crowned best in UK
Galvin Green Man has been named National Pub & Bar of the Year
A pub in Chelmsford has been named the best in the UK.
Galvin Green Man – the pub from Essex-born brothers Chris and Jeff Galvin - has been crowned National Pub & Bar of the Year at the annual National Pub & Bar Awards.
It was also one of 15 pubs to be named as the best in its region.
The venue was commended for its "first-class" delivery of food, drink, service and all-round pub experience.
Galvin Green Man is said to be one of the oldest pubs in Essex, having been built in 1341.
Chris Galvin said:
"To come through the last year and a half and be recognised like this is fantastic.
"Everyone’s a winner here, but I’m particularly proud of our head chef Chris Ball, and general manager Katie MacKay who runs a really tight ship.
"It’s all about looking after our locals and anyone that visits.
"We try our best day in, day out.
"It’s important to mention our suppliers, who have been on the same difficult journey and often get forgotten.
"They redoubled their efforts when we reopened."
Katie MacKay, Galvin Green Man’s general manager, added:
"Winning this award showcases everything we’ve been doing for so long, and it’s amazing.
"We have a fantastic team, an incredible community and brilliant suppliers.
"We love what we do, so it’s great to know that other people love it too."