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Tiny local bar in remote part of Scotland named ‘pub of the year' – but it was almost closed for good

Regulars flocked to social media to congratulate the boozer on its win CHEERS TO THAT Tiny local bar in remote part of Scotland named 'pub of the year' – but it was almost closed for good Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A TINY local bar in a remote part of Scotland has been named "pub of the year" after it was saved from closure. The Craft Bar in Pitmedden, Aberdeenshire, was taken over by Councillor Paul Johnston seven years ago. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 The Craft Bar in Pitmedden has been named "pub of the year" Credit: CAMRA 3 The bar boasts 300 wines, 80 gins and a selection of craft beers Credit: CAMRA 3 Regulars flocked to social media to congratulate the boozer on its win Credit: Facebook The boozer has now been awarded the Pub of the Year accolade for the Aberdeen, Grampian and Northern Isles region by CAMRA, which represents beer drinkers across the UK. The bar boasts 300 wines, 80 gins and a selection of craft beers. CAMRA said: "A one-roomed corner pub opened in November 2017 and run by an enthusiastic local CAMRA member. "Old church pews provide seating for some of the tables around the walls whilst other tables are served by bench seating. Has mainly wooden flooring with tiling around the bar, which has a foot rail. "Two handpumps serve ales from varying breweries supplemented by a wide variety of live key-keg beers from UK breweries." Owner Paul Johnston told The P&J: "When we took over the pub it was in a very poor state and had severe problems. "While it was challenging, as a councillor saving a pub in my ward felt like the right thing to do. "I believe that well-run pubs have a great effect on the community. We help people come together and get things done – and there's no better thing than having a nice pint of beer to do it with." Regulars flocked to social media to congratulate the boozer on its win. One said: "Very well deserved, great folks in a brilliant pub." Locals Heartbroken as Auchenmalg's Only Pub, The Cock Inn, Closes Down Another put: "Huge congratulations, really well-deserved accolades." A third added: "Fantastic achievement." A fourth weighed in: "Huge congrats to you all."