The Hawkstone Farmers Choir, backed by Jeremy Clarkson, has been crowned the winner of Britain's Got Talent 2026. The choir, formed for a beer advert a year ago, beat nine other finalists to win £250,000 and a spot at the Royal Variety Show. The result was met with cheers from Clarkson, who was described as their "biggest cheerleader," but also boos from some audience members when other acts, including LMA and Matty Juniosa, failed to make the top three.
Choir member Sally Spence celebrated on social media, writing: "THANK YOU!!! Thank you to everyone who supported us, voted for us & watched us on the night. WE WON @bgt!!" Ben Brooke, another member, shared an emotional Instagram post, saying: "Last night was one of the most incredible nights of my life. A year ago, most of us were complete strangers brought together for what was meant to be a beer advert." He added that the journey became about community and shining a light on farming and rural life.
BBC Radio 2 presenter Sara Cox and former Blue Peter host Matt Baker were among those congratulating the choir. Cox wrote: "Massive congratulations @thehawkstonefarmerschoir. Amazing work all who voted and supported." Baker added: "Huge congrats. Proof Britain loves farmers."
Meanwhile, Charlotte Kingham, a staff member at The Farmer's Dog pub who regularly appears on its social media, placed a bet on the choir to win at odds of 7-2, which would have earned her £2,500. She has not yet shared an update since the final aired.
