A HAMPSHIRE pub has claimed the Pub of the Year award for 2024/2025.

The Binsted Inn, in Alton, has been named the Pub of the Year 2024/2025 for London & South East by the Prestige Awards.

The Prestige Awards are known for their stringent selection process which involves detailed assessments overseen by a group of industry specialists.

The evaluation focusses on multiple areas including public feedback, branding consistency and solid social media presence.

The Binsted Inn is committed to providing a pleasant and enjoyable environment for all its patrons, and this award reinforces its objective to keep providing high-quality service.

The pub plans to celebrate this achievement with its community and to welcome new customers to experience its unique offerings.

The Binsted Inn re-launched in November 2021 following extensive alterations and enhancements, now houses six AA four-star lodgings, with a focus on home-cooked, gluten-free meals.

Tanya Kamm, owner at the Binsted Inn, said: "We're absolutely delighted to receive this award.

"It really shows how hard our team works to give our customers a great experience. A big thank you to our amazing customers, our fantastic staff, and the judges for this recognition."