The Old Thatch Crowned Dorset Pub of the Year 2025

The Old Thatch in Wimborne (part of the Fired Up Collective) has been officially named Dorset Pub of the Year at the 2025 Dorset Tourism Awards.

This prestigious accolade follows a string of successes for the much-loved local, including being ranked among the top five Best Family Pubs in the UK at the Great British Pub Awards, and winning Best Dining Experience at the DMB Awards 2024.

To be crowned Dorset’s Pub of the Year is a remarkable achievement for the team and a reflection of the group’s continued dedication to great hospitality, exceptional food, and memorable experiences.

Andy Lennox, Managing Director of the Fired Up Collective, said:
“This is a real testament to the people behind the pub. Every plate served, every pint poured, every smile given – it all adds up. We’ve built something special here, rooted in traditional hospitality but delivered with modern energy and pride. I couldn’t be prouder of the team.”

The Fired Up Collective operates a growing portfolio of celebrated venues, including The Goods Yard in Broadstone, The Old Beams in Ibsley, the acclaimed NUSARA Thai restaurants across Dorset, and its sister pub, The Greyhound in Corfe Castle. The group’s newest addition, The Sunray in Osmington Mills, is set to open in 2026, further expanding its footprint of distinctive, community-led destinations.

With this latest award, the Fired Up Collective continues to set the standard for experience-driven, community-focused hospitality across the South Coast – remaining true to its ethos of Hospitality, the Old Way.

Visit: www.theoldthatch.com