Andy Darby

Stonegate Group

Originally formed in 2010 with 333 pubs, Stonegate Group is now the largest pub company in the UK following 12 major acquisitions. Our vast portfolio is now home to over 4,500 sites which range from Leased and Tenanted to Managed. We strongly believe that the pub is the heart of British culture and we strive to deliver fantastic customer experience. Stonegate is the winner of national awards, including: 2019 Publican awards 2019 Best Pub Employer ( 501+ Employees) Best Managed Pub Company ( 51+ sites) Best Community Pub Operator Business Leader of the Year • Distinction in People Development – HR Distinction Awards 2015 • Best Pub Employer (51+ sites) – Publican Awards 2013 • Distinction in Innovative Use of Technology Award – HR Distinction Awards 2014 • Menu Masters Award for Best New Concept category for Missoula, Montana Bar & Grill at the Menu Innovation and Development Awards (MIDAS) 2014 • Menu Masters Award for City and Bar Dining category for Slug and Lettuce at the Menu Innovation and Development Awards (MIDAS) 2013 • Winner of the Town and City category for Yates's in the Menu Innovation and Development Award (MIDAS) in 2012 • MA 250 Best Training Programme award in 2012 – Publican's Morning Advertiser