Led by the Heart of the Village Project (HOTV), local volunteers:
Volunteers contributed their skills in painting, plastering, gardening, and ongoing management, creating a vibrant space that serves locals, tourists, walkers, cyclists, and dog owners alike.
The transformation has been life-changing for the village. Residents describe it as “a different village now,” with stronger connections, reduced isolation, and a renewed sense of community pride. The Hub is where people come to socialise, celebrate, grieve, and find comfort – it is the social, emotional, and practical centre of village life.
The Pub-Hub has:
The Royal Oak in Stoke St Gregory is more than a building – it’s a symbol of community strength. By refusing to let their pub and shop disappear, this small village created a beacon of resilience, compassion, and innovation. It is a Pub-Hub in the truest sense – and the very definition of what it means to be a community pub hero.
General T&Cs
Prize details:
Two Premier League tickets with hospitality fulfilled by Sky Business - to a game of your choice from a select list. Eligible for 2026 Premier League home games in the 2025/26 season
Two sets of two tickets from Diageo