Thwaites pub celebrates AA Rosette award

The Queens pub in Warwick-on-Eden is raising a glass after being crowned with an AA Rosette for culinary excellence, alongside a four-star rating for its accommodation.

Owned by Lancashire-based pub group Thwaites, the site is run by Tim Frayne and Mike Fielder (pictured), who took over two years ago.

The AA Rosette scheme celebrates excellence in cooking, with one rosette awarded to pubs that are achieving standards that stand out in the local area, including food prepared with care, understanding and skill, and with good quality ingredients.

"Mike and I took over The Queens in May 2023, and it’s been a rollercoaster of good beer and great food ever since," says Frayne. "I’ve been running pubs since 2014, from city centre spots to countryside gems, and even a few with microbreweries thrown in. I’m a bit obsessed with cask ale."

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Following the inspection, the AA praised the hospitality at The Queens, saying it ‘sets a great tone for a wonderful stay’ and that ‘the team’s friendly, natural approach makes guests feel right at home from the get-go'. 

The venue serves a menu of classic pub favourites and bistro-style specials, all cooked with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The AA was also impressed with the pub's breakfast offering, calling it ‘a great start to the day’ and giving it an AA Breakfast Award.

"It’s fantastic to see The Queens receive the recognition it deserves," adds Andrew Buchanan, director of pubs and brewing at Thwaites. "Tim and Mike have done an exceptional job of putting the pub back on the map, and this AA Rosette reflects the team’s passion for creating something truly special for the local community." 

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