Manchester bar named in North West shortlist for prestigious National Pub and Bar Awards

A bar in Manchester city centre has been named in the regional shortlist for the National Pub and Bar Awards 2024.

BOX Deansgate is one of the five North West pubs and bars that made the cut and will now go on to compete against the other 93 county winners from across the country for the title of National Pub and Bar of the Year. 

The awards, organised annually by Pub & Bar magazine, aim to champion the hard work of the hospitality sector, which has faced many challenges over the last few years thanks to the pandemic and cost of living crisis. All 94 county winners have been selected based on customer experiences, taking into account each operator’s design, service, style of offer, marketing and investment. 

The winner will be announced at an awards ceremony in June, where 15 regional winners will also be announced. Awards for Pub Group of the Year, Bar Group of the Year and The Tyrrells Tyrrellbly Good Taste Award, named after the awards’ sponsor, will also be announced. 

Tristan O’Hana, editor of Pub & Bar magazine, said: “The fact that we had record entries for the 2024 National Pub & Bar Awards tells us two things. One is how highly the industry regards these accolades, which is fantastic. But, also, it shows that more operators are in need of really positive and strong publicity to help drive business at the moment.

“Pubs and bars are facing some of the biggest challenges in recent history, so if the National Pub & Bar Awards can help by lifting sales across these venues, then we’re delighted to play our part.”

About BOX Deansgate

BOX is a sports bar in the heart of Manchester city centre, located opposite John Rylands library, with sister locations in Birmingham and Headingley. As well as a wide range of drinks, it also serves a full food menu which includes pizzas, burgers, loaded fries and small plates. 

Opened in 2021, the bar boasts 25 HD screens showing Sky, TNT and Box Office sporting events with commentary. It also has shuffleboard for visitors to play and live music Thursday-Saturday. 

Full list of North West winners

• Cheshire, Cholmondeley Arms

• Cumbria, The Swan, Grasmere

• Greater Manchester, BOX

• Lancashire, Britannia Tap and Grill

• Merseyside, Mean-Eyed Cat Bar