A Powys Wetherspoons has been recognised as having some of the best loos in the county.

The Black Boy in Newtown has won acclaim for the quality and standards of its toilets in the Loo of the Year Awards 2023.

The Broad Street pub has been awarded a prestigious platinum rating by inspectors – the second highest rating that can be awarded.

Manager of the Black Boy, Stephen Penny said he was happy that they received the accolade.

"We are delighted with the award.  Staff at the pub ensure the toilets are in excellent condition at all times and it is great that this has been recognised by the inspectors," said Mr Penny.

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The awards are aimed at highlighting and improving standards of 'away from home' toilet provision across the UK.

Loo of the Year Awards inspectors made unannounced visits to thousands of toilets at sites across the UK, in order to judge them.

All of the toilets are graded silver, gold, platinum, platinum plus or diamond with unacceptable toilets not graded at all.

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The toilets are judged against numerous criteria, including décor and maintenance, cleanliness, accessibility, hand washing and drying equipment and overall management.

The Loo of the Year Awards 2023 managing director, Becky Wall, said: "The toilets at The Black Boy have been designed and fitted out to a very high standard and are both clean and well maintained.

"The pub deserves its platinum award."