Peacock Inn Pub
Location
Nearby Pubs
Rose & Crown
(0.17 miles away)
Crown & Glove
(0.24 miles away)
Peacock Inn Public House
Large, traditional-styled Thwaites pub with exposed stone and brick walls and wooden beams. Open plan but with several distinct areas. Food is popular and live music features occasionally. The conservatory may be hired for private functions.
General Information
- Thwaites
- Thwaites Best Pub Food 2022 (Regional)
Pub Facilities
- Real Ales
- Cocktails
- Beer garden
- Smoking area
- Car park
- Disabled access
- Disabled facilities
- Children welcome
- Dogs welcome
- Card payments
- Function room
- Accommodation
- Wi-Fi Internet access
Pub Entertainment
- Background music
- Sports on TV
- Pool table
- Snooker table
Pub Food
- Food served
- Walk-ins welcome
The Peacock Inn at Stannington has been recognised as one of the most welcoming establishments in the UK, earning the coveted Warm Hospitality award at this year's Thwaites Hospitality Awards. This national accolade celebrates the pub's commitment to creating an inviting atmosphere, exceptional food, and a community-focused approach.
The current management team, led by Tracy Shaw, took over the Peacock Inn last year and has since revitalised the pub's atmosphere. Reflecting on their journey, Tracy shared:
"When we took over the pub, we turned the place around and made it a welcoming place for all our visitors. It doesn't cost anything to make people feel special, and it makes a difference to their day."
This ethos has been a key driver in the pub's success. Judges praised the Peacock Inn for being "very welcoming and friendly," delivering "fantastic food," and having staff who are "knowledgeable on the products on offer." From cask ales to premium gins, the pub's fully stocked bar complements its menu of homemade dishes, making it a favourite for locals and visitors alike.
Beyond its warm welcome, the Peacock Inn has become a hub for community engagement. The pub hosts a variety of events, including a weekly quiz night on Tuesdays, live entertainment every month, and a "friendship lunch" on the first Wednesday of every month. These lunches, in particular, have been a lifeline for many.
Tracy explained the importance of the initiative:
"Our friendship lunches are something I am very passionate about. For some people, life is very lonely, and the lunches are the only time they leave the house. You wouldn't want to think of your gran or your mum sitting on their own."
The initiative has grown significantly, with attendance increasing from just a handful of participants to 47 people at the most recent lunch. The event provides a space for those who may be isolated to connect, share a meal, and enjoy each other's company.
The Warm Hospitality award is a testament to the Peacock Inn's dedication to its customers and community. Reflecting on the recognition, Tracy said:
"It can be a really challenging job, but the people make it worth it. It means a lot for our staff to be recognised for simply doing what we are here for."
The Thwaites Hospitality Awards, hosted annually by the Lancashire-based hospitality group Daniel Thwaites, celebrates excellence across its network of over 190 pubs. This year's ceremony featured 13 award categories, including Pub of the Year, Community Hero, and Best Investment. The judging process involved rigorous interviews and mystery visits to ensure the highest standards were met.
Andrew Buchanan, Director of Pubs and Brewing at Daniel Thwaites, highlighted the significance of the awards:
"Despite the many challenges the industry has faced, all of our winners have gone above and beyond to demonstrate their resilience to adversity, their dedication to the hospitality sector, and our core values."
The Peacock Inn's Warm Hospitality award is a shining example of how dedication to excellent service and a strong sense of community can transform a local pub into a nationally recognised success.