That's my local! 3 North West pubs named in top 20 most popular UK watering holes on Google Maps

To celebrate Google Maps’ 20th birthday, Google has revealed the top 20 UK pubs which are most beloved by Brits taking to their maps app to ensure they get to some of the country’s biggest and best loved boozers without getting lost.

According to Google, the data offers a unique insight into the UK's pub scene, highlighting the diverse and delicious drinking and social experiences that resonate most with people. From traditional locals to trendy gastropubs, this list showcases the places that have captured hearts (and thirsts...).

On point stands out from the list - clearly Wetherspoons are still capturing our hearts with great efficacy… given that they cover half of the shortlist. Here’s the top 20 list in full.

The UK’s top 20 pubs:

1. The Standing Order - JD Wetherspoon
2. The Velvet Coaster - JD Wetherspoon (501-507 Promenade, Blackpool FY4 1BA)
3. The Counting House - JD Wetherspoon
4. Anchor Bankside
5. The Albert & The Lion - JD Wetherspoon (Bank Hey St, Blackpool FY1 4RU)
6. The Palladium - JD Wetherspoon
7. Waxy O'Connor's London
8. Sherlock Holmes
9. The Moon in the Square - JD Wetherspoon
10. Founder's Arms
11. O'Neill's Wardour Street
12. Ye Olde Trip To Jerusalem
13. The Montagu Pyke - JD Wetherspoon
14. The Moon Under Water - JD Wetherspoon (68-74 Deansgate, Manchester M3 2FN)
15. The Angel Hotel - JD Wetherspoon
16. The Churchill Arms, Kensington
17. The Liberty Bounds - JD Wetherspoon
18. The Horniman at Hays
19. Royal Victoria Pavilion
20. The World's End