AN Ellesmere Port pub has proven that its toilets are more than bog standard.

The Wheatsheaf on Overpool Road is celebrating after being recognised in the Loo of the Year Awards 2020.

The Wetherspoon pub has been awarded a platinum rating by inspectors for the quality and standards of its toilets.

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

Holly Nuttall, manager of The Wheatsheaf, said: "We are delighted with the award. Staff at the pub ensure the toilets are in first-class condition at all times and it is great that this has been recognised by the inspectors."

Mike Bone, Loo of the Year Awards 2020 managing director, added: "The toilets at The Wheatsheaf have been designed and fitted out to a very high standard and are both clean and well maintained.

"The pub richly deserves its platinum award."

Loo of the Year Awards inspectors make 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 or diamond with unacceptable toilets not graded at all.

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