2026 Ticket Information

Date & Location: Wednesday 23rd September 2026 | First Direct Bank Arena, Leeds

The 2026 Great British Pub Awards will take place on the 23rd September at the First Direct Bank Arena in Leeds. Renowned for its cutting-edge design, world-class acoustics, and immense scale, the venue provides jaw-dropping spectacle for the biggest night of celebration in the pub sector.

The Great British Pub Awards are about bringing together the very best in the pub sector for a night of inspiration, camaraderie, and well-earned recognition. Whether you’re a finalist or simply there to celebrate the incredible achievements of our industry, this is a must-attend event for any pub owner or operator. Guests can expect outstanding food, unlimited drinks, and magnificent entertainment. Tickets are available now - secure yours early to avoid disappointment after 2025's sell out crowd!

Tickets will include:

★ Awards ceremony hosted by celebrity talent (TBC)
★ A wide variety of unlimited alcoholic and soft drinks courtesy of our awards partners
★ A luxurious sit-down three-course meal
★ Vibrant after-party featuring a live band and plenty more surprises in store
★ Activities, stalls and a whole host of extra fun and games on the night!

Timings & Dress Code:

  • 18:00: Doors
  • 18:00 - 19:00: Drinks Reception
  • 19:00 - 21:30: Dinner
  • 21:30 - 22:30: Awards Ceremony
  • 22:30 - 00:30: After-Party
  • Dress Code: Smart Casual

If you require more information on tickets or any assistance purchasing tickets, please contact Becky at Becky.Cumbers@wrbm.com or via 01293 846618.

Table of 10

£1150.00

Includes admission for 10 guests to the event and an allocated table of 10 for the awards ceremony

Qty

Ticket

£135.00

Includes admission to the event and an allocated seat for the awards ceremony

Suited and booted stand-up Suzi is a force to be reckoned with. She has appeared on Live at the Apollo, The Jonathan Ross Show, Mock the Week, The Last Leg and There’s Something About Movies, and has received nominations for Best Stand-Up Show and Outstanding Female Comedy Entertainment Performance at the National Comedy Awards, the latter for her hosting duties on Comedy Central’s Yesterday, Today and the Day Before. She has also hosted red carpet coverage for the BAFTAs and The International Booker Prize.

On the airwaves, Suzi is a regular host on Virgin Radio, has presented Explicable Me for Radio 2, and frequently appears on Radio 4’s The News Quiz and The Now Show. Podcast fans will know her as co-host of Like Minded Friends with Tom Allen and host of OUT with Suzi Ruffell, celebrating LGBT+ stories through interviews with star-studded guests. She also co-hosts the hit podcast Big Kick Energy with Maisie Adam, the success of which has seen them film pitch-side commentary for UEFA and sell out live shows.

Suzi’s Amazon special Dance Like Everyone Is Watching was released in 2022, and her last tour Snappy was filmed at London’s Bloomsbury Theatre. Suzi’s debut book, Am I Having Fun Now?, became an instant Sunday Times Bestseller upon its release in 2025, and she is currently touring her brand-new show, The Juggle.

A taste of previous events...

Words from the winners...

“The response has been overwhelming. Our regulars have been delighted, but what’s surprised me most is the number of new people coming through the doors because they saw the news. It shows the reach of the awards and has brought a sense of pride that goes wider than expected."

Winner: Best Community Pub 2025

Harry Seccombe Owner Chaplin's & The Cellar Bar

“We have been very busy for the time of year, with growth in double figures against last year. It’s a slow burner though, and I’m sure we will continue to gain benefit over the next year and beyond. We will be working even harder to be worthy of the title in the weeks and months to come."

Winner: Best Country Pub 2025

Nigel Smith Landlord The Fleece Inn

"The benefits have already started to show in the brief time since it happened. We’ve been finalists before and when you don’t win, it’s quite disappointing, but it drives you to do better and be better. The best thing about entering the awards is it pushes you to work at your absolute best.”

Winner: Best Pub for Entertainment 2025

Rob Moore Owner The Keynsham Courtyard

"Thanks so much for the award, it really means so much to our team and customers. As a result of last night, we’ve had really great press including a live radio interview, followed by being interviewed by a BBC film crew. Really well done to the Great British Pub Awards team on such a fantastic night!"

Winner: Greene King Pub of the Year 2024

Mark Annear Licensee The Cott Inn

"Winning Community Pub of the Year 2024 in the Great British Pub Awards is a wonderful achievement. We are nothing without our amazing team and wider community of volunteers, and having this recognised means the world. Thank you, The Morning Advertiser, for creating something very special within our community."

Winner: Community Hero 2024

Michael Foden-Andrews General Manager The Swan in Clewer