Freedom of the Borough awarded to local Tamworth Tap owners

Honorary Freedom of the Borough has been awarded to George and Louise Greenaway in recognition of their entrepreneurship, innovation, and championship for Tamworth.

George and Louise have run the Tamworth Tap Brewing Company for a number of years during which they have twice won CAMRA pub of the year and other various accolades which has positively put Tamworth on the map on a national scale. 

Visitors from all over the UK visit the Tap to enjoy a host of real ales and live entertainment and activities. George and Louise have turned a heritage building back to its former glory and character. 

The couple will receive the prestigious Freedom of the Borough accolade at a presentation at the Town Hall with The Mayor of Tamworth, Councillor Gareth Coates. 

The decision to grant George and Louise the honour was voted for unanimously at the full council meeting in May 2024.

The first admission to honorary freeman in Tamworth was made in 1951, the person to achieve this distinction being Alderman Frederick George Allton.

The Freeman of the Borough is awarded to an individual who has given Tamworth an exceptional service over a significant period of time in a voluntary, professional or philanthropic capacity. 

Councillor Nova Arkney, Portfolio Holder for infrastructure, heritage and local economy, said: “Tamworth Tap has taken its success and given back to the people of Tamworth, bringing an old building back to life and attracting locals and visitors to our town.

“We’re delighted to bestow the honour of the title Freeman of the Borough to George and Louise.”