A POPULAR Conwy pub has been named the best all-round pub in Aberconwy, in the constituency’s MP Robin Millar’s pub of the year competition.

The Albion Ale House received hundreds of votes from pub lovers from throughout Aberconwy.

Many spared the time to explain why the pub deserves the accolade, with the its range of real ales and welcoming atmosphere being highlighted.

The runners-up in the category were Y Clwb in Glan Conwy (second), and Conwy’s The Mulberry (third).

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Following the close of voting and the announcement of the winners, last week, Mr Millar met with Gez Hughes, licensee of the Albion, to congratulate him and to present him with a certificate.

Following the meeting, Mr Millar said: “Pubs make a crucial contribution in strengthening our communities and this is reflected in the popularity of the Aberconwy best pub competition.

“Over 800 people from throughout the constituency took the time to vote for their favourites and 48 received nominations. It shows just how important our pubs are to us.

“I’d like to congratulate Gez and Helena Hughes and their entire team at the Albion for winning the best all-round pub category.

“It was a pleasure to meet with Gez and with just some of the regulars – it isn’t difficult to see why the Albion is so popular with pub and beer lovers.

“The Albion also recently won CAMRA’s prestigious regional pub of the year competition and has now gone on to compete for the title of North Wales pub of the year.

“I’d like to wish them every success in that competition and I’m looking forward to returning for a celebratory pint.”

The winners of the Aberconwy best pub of the year 2023 competition are:

  • Best All-Round Pub: The Albion, Conwy
  • Best Community-Supporting Pub: The Irish Bar, Llandudno
  • Best Food and Drink Pub: The Groes Inn
  • Best Family Pub: The Mulberry
  • Best Pub Garden: Ye Olde Bull Inn
  • Best Dog-Friendly Pub: Bank of Conwy

Mr Millar added: “I’ve been visiting pubs throughout Aberconwy to speak with licensees and last month I hosted a roundtable discussion with local pub owners and managers.

“I understand the challenges that pubs are facing in relation to soaring energy costs.

“Last week I launched a campaign in Parliament, in partnership with UKHospitality, to secure common sense energy contracts for businesses and I will continue to do all that I can to support our cherished local pubs.”