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Live Music Pub of the Year Award
Where local musicians get their start.
About this category
This award recognises a pub that champions live music, from open mic and folk sessions to bands, and supports local musicians. Judges look for the programme, support for artists and how music is managed alongside the pub.
Eligibility
Open to UK pubs hosting live music regularly.
Judging criteria
- Programme quality and variety
- Support for musicians
- Audience
- Management of noise and neighbours
- Trade
Qualitative criteria
A stage for local talent.
Metrics
- Gigs per year
- Musicians booked
- Audience and trade on music nights
Additional criteria
Entries should include a short description of the pub, photographs where helpful, supporting figures such as trade, covers, events or reviews, and, where possible, comments from regulars. Figures can be given as ranges and nothing in an entry is shared beyond the judging panel. Every entry should show a commitment to responsible serving. Judges consider the size, setting and ownership of every pub, so a single room village local competes on equal terms with a large town centre pub or a small group.
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