Trencherman’s Awards 2026
Each year, the Trencherman’s Awards offer a moment to reflect on the restaurants, pubs and people who have looked after us best
They exist to recognise care, consistency and hospitality – often shown quietly, over time – and are shaped by the experiences of those who return again and again. The awards are about places and people that matter.
The first round of voting for the Trencherman’s Awards 2026 is now open.
The Awards
The Trencherman’s Awards are widely regarded as the South West’s most prestigious hospitality event of the year, celebrating independent restaurants, pubs, hotels and individuals across the region.
The 2026 Awards ceremony and dinner will take place on 27 April 2026 at the Carbis Bay Estate, bringing together those recognised by the public for the way they care for their guests. The evening will include a Champagne reception, a multi-course dinner created by leading chefs, paired wines and drinks, and will conclude with coffee and petits fours.
2026 Award Categories
The 2026 Awards will be presented across the following categories:
- Special Contribution (sponsored by Trevethan Distillery) – selected by the Trencherman’s committee
- Best Chef (sponsored by Hallgarten & Novum Wines)
- Best Restaurant
- Best Hotel
- Best Pub (sponsored by Sharp’s Brewery)
- Creativity and Innovation
- Best Front of House Team (sponsored by Navas)
- Best Trencherman’s Newcomer (sponsored by Harvey & Brockless)
- Best Bar List
All current member restaurants found in the Trencherman’s Guide are eligible for your vote – scroll down for the full list.
Note, restaurants are not eligible to win the same award within three years of a previous win. Previous winners can be found here.
How voting works
There are two rounds of public voting, designed to allow time for thoughtful consideration.
First round
January 12 – February 11, 2026
Voting opens on January 12. Voters nominate their chosen Trencherman’s restaurants, pubs and individuals online.
Second round
February 18 – March 10, 2026
Votes from the first round are counted and shortlists in each category are revealed on February 18. Voters then select their favourites from each shortlist.
Finalists announced
March 17, 2026
Finalists in each category are announced and invited to attend the awards ceremony.
Voting is open to anyone, with each vote submitted via a unique email address to ensure fairness.
A note on voting
The Trencherman’s Awards are not a popularity contest.
They exist to recognise hospitality that feels instinctive rather than performative, places people return to, and teams who look after guests with care and consistency.
We ask that all votes are cast thoughtfully, based on genuine experience.
Cast your vote
Voting for the Trencherman’s Awards 2026 is now open.
Thank you for taking part.
Eligible restaurants
The following restaurants are current members of the Trencherman’s Guide and are eligible to receive votes in the 2026 Awards.
Members eligible for Best Trencherman’s Newcomer are shown underlined.
Voting is open to anyone, and we encourage voters to take their time and vote based on genuine experience.
With thanks to our partners
The Trencherman’s Awards are made possible with the support of a small number of partners whose values align closely with those of the guide.
We are grateful for their continued involvement and commitment to independent hospitality.
Hallgarten & Novum Wines, Harvey & Brockless, Navas, Salt, Sharp’s Brewery, Trevethan