I am welcoming nominations from my constituents for the award of ‘Parliamentary Pub of the Year’.  The pubs in Bolton South East are a wonderful lynch-pin of our vibrant, diverse community and play a huge role in the national fabric.

The award is decided based on the following criteria:

• Offer a range of beers and a food menu including (where possible) classic British pub food;
• Have been nominated for or won an industry award for the pub or an aspect of your business relevant to visitors (beer range, warm welcome, food offer, beer garden, customer service) including local, regional or national tourist awards, local newspaper awards, CAMRA awards, Loo Of the Year, Michelin Star or Good Food Guide entries;
• The warmest of welcomes throughout the Year – from great signage, effective marketing, ongoing calendar of events.
• Have helped put their community/village/town/city on the map – as participant in pub walks, ale trails, tourist guides
• Range of beer
• Range of food
• Music
• Sports
• Community contribution

If you can think of a pub in Bolton South East that fits the bill and deserves the award, please let me know either by email – yasmin.qureshi.mp@parliament.uk  Please do include a description of the pub and an explanation of why it’s great.  I know Bolton has a brilliant selection of public houses, and I cannot wait to hear your thoughts!

Please give me your nominations by 23 September.