PROUD landlords of Harvington's Coach and Horses are celebrating after their pub was crowned the best in Worcestershire.

The pub, in Station Road, was presented with the accolade for the third time running by the Shakespeare branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA).

Steve and Di Salter, who manage the pub, were presented with their award by branch chairman Lloyd Evans during an evening of celebration.

Mr Salter thanked Mr Evans and CAMRA for the award and its continued support, and also paid tribute to their local customers.

He said: "The biggest and heartfelt thank you of the evening went to the team that work at the pub. Without their hard work, loyalty and dedication, this would not be possible."

The Coach and Horses hosts many charity events and has raised more than £10,000 for the Air Ambulance and just under £4,000 for the MS Society over the years.

The night was also attended by three local brewers: Kinver Brewery, North Cotswold Brewery and Cannon Royal Brewery.