The team at the helm of a popular Chesterfield pub are celebrating after scooping a prestigious industry award – having previously been named as the best in the town.

The Neptune Beer Emporium on St Helen’s Street was named Bar of the Year at the East Midlands My Local Awards, which celebrate the region’s best local businesses – from independent shops and hospitality venues to tradespeople and professional services.

The pub claimed top prize in the category after more than 20,000 votes were cast by residents across the area – with the team at The Neptune sharing their gratitude for those who had supported them.

In a post on the pub’s Facebook page, a spokesperson said: “Thank you to all our gorgeous customers for voting for us, it means so much to us.

The Neptune has won a prestigious industry award.

placeholder image — The Neptune has won a prestigious industry award.

“Let’s continue to be one of the best small live music venues in Chesterfield that serves award-winning drinks.”

The pub has built a strong reputation and is certainly popular among people in Chesterfield. Last year, we asked Derbyshire Times readers to vote for their favourite pub in the town – and The Neptune was eventually named as Chesterfield’s best pub.

The Neptune has also been featured in the Campaign for Real Ale’s Good Beer Guide for 2026, where it was praised for “serving excellent beer” - along with hosting live music events every weekend.

A spokesperson for My Local Awards added: “Huge congratulations to every winner, finalist, and nominee who took part this year, and an even bigger thank you to everyone who voted and helped celebrate the businesses making a difference across the East Midlands.