A DOG friendly pub is celebrating after being named the best in Berkshire.

The Fox and Hounds in Theale received the accolade from the National Pub and Bar Awards, which rewards outstanding service and customer satisfaction.

Jayne Tilsley, the general manager, has always valued the importance of community spirit.

Fox and Hounds received an award for the most dog-friendly pub in the country from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals,

Tristan O'Hana, editor of Pub & Bar Magazine, said: "The sole purpose of the National Pub and Bar Awards is to tell as many people as possible about the incredible businesses that these county winners are running.

"With 94 triumphant pubs on the winners list, chances are that every person in the UK will have an award-winning pub near them."