VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2023 winners

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It’s summer, and you know what that means – the results of the VisitEngland Awards 2023 are in! Discover who’s made the cut across 14 categories, from pub of the year to best-in-class hotels. It’s time to reveal the winners…

Pub of the Year Award

Buxton, Derbyshire

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Gold winner: The Blind Bull

Located in the Peak District National Park near Buxton is The Blind Bull , a welcoming and unpretentious pub set in a 12th-century inn. It has recently undergone an extensive renovation, including a new dining area, tap room, a stand-alone cottage and six luxury bedrooms. Just what you need after hiking the surrounding hills and sampling the pub's hand-made pasta dishes or one of their epic Sunday roasts.

Runners up:   Silver - The Shoe Comforting food, roaring fires during the cold months, views of Old Winchester Hill, great wine, real ales and coffee made using their own Hampshire Pantry coffee beans await you at The Shoe . Located in the Meon Valley and beside the South Down’s Way, enjoy the riverside garden’s relaxing atmosphere and food sourced from local suppliers.

Bronze - The Duncombe Arms Perched on the edge of the Peak Districts, this beautiful 1850s country pub reopened in 2012 after years of standing empty. Following a full-scale renovation by new owners Laura and Johnny Greenall, who added a modern new kitchen and a light-filled dining room to the original, you can savour modern and classic British dining in cosy surroundings.

Self-Catering Accommodation of the Year Award

Morpeth, Northumberland

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Aerial view of holiday cottages amid green hilly landscape

Gold winner:  Kidlandlee Holiday Cottages

Fancy an off-grid break that doesn’t scrimp on home comforts and is committed to being green? Kidlandlee is exactly that. The holiday cottages’ remote location in Northumberland National Park makes it the perfect place to escape the rat race and enjoy the great outdoors, including the area’s famous dark skies. Choose from a bespoke cottage, converted barn or historic Georgian townhouse and let your weekend in the wilderness begin. 

Runners up:  Silver -  Dovecote Barns Set within a working farm just south of York is a collection of converted 18th-century holiday homes known as Dovecote Barns . The brainchild of Brigita and Richard Bramley, expect five-star facilities in a peaceful countryside setting that nurtures biodiversity and the local environment. What’s more, you’ll receive a ‘Yorkshire welcome’ basket on arrival, filled with local goodies. Bronze - Eaton Manor Country Estate A 500-acre countryside estate owned by the Madeley family since 1934, this collection of luxury self-catered holiday cottages has been going strong since 2001. Ideal for the whole family (even your canine members!), aspiring archers (there’s a 70m long archery range), yoga enthusiasts and wedding parties, there is something for everybody to enjoy here in the rolling Shropshire hills. 

Bed & Breakfast and Guesthouse of the Year Award

Wimbish, Essex

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A wooden socialising deck outside a modern-looking bed and breakfast at night

Gold winner: Piglets Boutique B&B

Halfway between a hotel and a bed and breakfast, this upmarket rural Essex hideaway  has a bar that most pubs would envy, a gin library, a sauna, a top-notch restaurant and a cold-water swimming pool to blow the cobwebs away in. Hike through the countryside or drive through country lanes to visit pretty villages and historical houses.  Runners up: 

Silver - Cedar Manor This small, family-owned boutique hotel in Windermere is perfect for exploring the Lake District National Park. The hotel’s rooms and luxury suites differ in style and size, with light, airy designs and scenic garden views from the windows.

Bronze - Sunnyside Guest House This sleek townhouse  is located in Southport, close to Royal Birkdale golf course, home of the British Open. With all its food sustainably sourced directly from local farms and suppliers, this guest house prides itself on serving top-notch food.   

Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year Award

Penrith, Cumbria

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Sunrise over a misty landscape, with a glamping site in the mid distance valley

Gold winner: The Quiet Site

Welcoming guests since 1963, this zero-waste glamping utopia  is close to Ullswater in the Lake District National Park. The Quiet Site combines the feel of a working farm with luxury touches and accessible facilities to ensure everybody can enjoy some top-notch glamping. And if you want to explore the area, why not visit local attractions such as Aira Force Waterfall and Lowther Castle. Feeling adventurous? Tackle Helvellyn, the third-highest peak in England.  Runners up: 

Silver -  Brook Meadow This 30-year-old family farm  in Northamptonshire has plenty of camping and glamping options, including three luxury lodges, safari tents and vintage caravans. Surrounded by fields and a tranquil five-acre fishing lake, there’s plenty of outdoors to explore here, which is made even more exciting by regular outdoor cinema nights, farm tours and quad bike safaris.

Bronze - Hendra Holiday Park Hendra (the Cornish word for “home farm”) is a five-star, family-friendly camping, caravanning and holiday park  near Newquay on the county’s north coast. And with an indoor water park and rolling coastal paths to explore nearby, Hendra makes an excellent base for a seaside adventure.

Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award

Bristol, Somerset

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Gold winner: Noah's Ark Zoo Farm

Located six miles from Bristol, this award-winning zoo  has taken significant strides to make the venue accessible for all. As part of their long-term Ark for All plan, accessible toilets and changing facilities have been built, a Hearing Induction Loop installed at the Ark Arena, the introduction of a clear and loud PA system, highlighted steps, high-contrast signage and a suggested accessible itinerary to download before you arrive.

Runners up: 

Silver - Brickhouse Farm Holiday Cottages & Lakeside Hub Following an accident where their youngest daughter was left with life-changing injuries, the Rainford family transformed Brickhouse Farm  into a fully accessible home. They later decided to give back to the community that supported them and created a new holiday space catered for disabled people and their families. With fully accessible facilities such as a hydrotherapy pool, a sensory studio, and cosy (not clinical) holiday cottages, you can relax in peaceful lakeside surroundings outside Hambleden in Lancashire. 

Bronze - WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre Known as the UK’s leading wetland conservation charity,  WWT Slimbridge  in Gloucestershire is one of nine wetland centres set up by Sir Peter Scott, a famous conservationist. He believed in conservation for all, and Slimbridge has kept this belief alive by ensuring that all exhibits, pathways and animal hides are accessible to everyone. The centre also has mobility scooters and wheelchairs, which can be booked for use on the day of your visit. 

Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Award

Hope Valley, Derbyshire

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Gear up for an eco-friendly adventure with Pure Outdoor . Based in the Peak District, this outdoor activity centre offers a wealth of experiences from hillwalking and climbing to caving and mountain biking, all in the unrivalled natural surroundings of the Hope Valley. Not only do they strive to cause as little environmental impact as possible, but they also donate to social and environmental causes through their Pure Outdoor Foundation. 

Runners up:

Silver - National Forest EBike Holidays Make the most of the tracks and quiet lanes around the National Forest in Leicestershire on an EBike holiday .  Daily bike trips range from 20 to 30 miles and are designed to leave you plenty of time to stop and explore at your own pace while you take in a relaxing coffee break or pub lunch. Let the onboard GPS be your guide, or break away from the route and do your own exploring – it’s up to you!

Bronze - The Cottages at Blackadon Farm Located in the south of Dartmoor National Park, this recently renovated farm has luxury touches, fast Wi-Fi, and plenty of socialising space for family – your pooch is also welcome to join the fun too! Be sure to say hello to the farm’s miniature donkeys after a hike around the wilds; for beach lovers, the coast is only a few miles away, while the city of Plymouth is just a 20-minute drive. 

Experience of the Year Award

Seahouses, Northumberland

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A boat sails in the North Sea at sunset, with Farne Holy Island in the background

Gold winner: Grey Seal and Seabird Cruise, Serenity Farne Island Boat Tours

The Serenity boat fleet offers various tours, whether you want to spot sea birds  such as puffins and razorbills in the summer months or see common grey seals during the mating season in autumn. Whichever tour you choose, one thing's for sure; you'll be able to switch off in a dreamy coastal setting surrounded by spectacular wildlife.

Silver - Make Your Own Gin Experience, Shed 1 Gin Distillery When you arrive at Shed 1, you’ll be welcomed with a G&T before the team gives you the lowdown on the gin-making process, including the different botanicals and their properties. After being guided around the five stills, choose from over 40 botanicals to blend your signature gin with. Then it’s time for cake, tea, coffee (and perhaps another G&T) while you watch your gin distil in real-time. Bottoms up!

Bronze - Peak District Walking Experience, myGuidedWalks Head into the wild for a thrilling experience tracking and spotting wild mountain hares in their last natural habitat in England, led by a team of expert guides. It’s perfect for aspiring nature photographers and just one of the experiences offered by myGuidedWalks . For aviation lovers, meander along some of the wildest peaks and learn about how aviation history was influenced by this landscape, including the famous Dambusters of the RAF’s 617 Squadron.

Large Hotel of the Year Award

Liverpool, Merseyside

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Large hotel room with exposed brick ceilings and steel beams, with big window letting in light

Gold winner: Titanic Hotel Liverpool

This elegant four-star hotel is set within one of the city’s most iconic areas, Stanley Dock.  The Titanic stays true to the architecture of the original Victorian warehouse, with exposed brickwork, steel columns and original windows. Underground, you’ll find the serene Maya Blue Wellness sanctuary, where you can unwind in the hydrotherapy pool, steam room and sauna, then use the foot bath to soothe tired feet after a day of sightseeing or an evening of dancing. It is Liverpool, after all!

Silver - Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort  Nestled in the heart of Wiltshire, this four-star golfing and spa resort is different in that it welcomes little ones. The kids can play in a beautiful and safe environment, whether on the three-hole academy gold course for beginners or the pirate ship-themed adventure playgrounds. You’ll also get complimentary access to Bowood House and the gardens designed by Capability Brown.  

Bronze - Rockliffe Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort Rockliffe  Hall prides itself on being "big on both space and luxury". Whether you're looking for a romantic weekend away, to celebrate a special occasion with friends, or to bring the whole family together, choose from the range of suites, apartments, a lodge and even holiday houses. Explore the on-site golf course, the wellness spa and treat yourself to delicious meals at one of the three restaurants on the estate.  

Large Visitor Attraction of the Year Award

Watford, Hertfordshire

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The marble hall of Gringotts Bank from the Harry Potter films

Gold winner: Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter

What would you do with a treasure trove of thousands of beloved and beautifully made film props from the UK’s most famous film franchise? Well, the geniuses at Warner Brothers decided to preserve the legacy of Harry Potter for the public, allowing you to discover the magic behind the making of the movies . Miniature film sets, “wand magic classes”, and special exhibitions like the popular Dark Arts season all combine for a must-see experience for Potterheads of all ages. 

Silver - Blenheim Palace The birthplace and childhood home of Winston Churchill, the wonderfully baroque Blenheim Palace  was granted World Heritage Status in 1987 and continues to host historically important exhibitions, food festivals and a calendar of family-friendly events. Enjoy strolls through the many ornate gardens, get lost inside a vast maze, and enjoy a leisurely lunch or afternoon tea at one of the seven eateries. 

Bronze - International Bomber Command Centre Lincoln’s International Bomber Command Centre (IBCC) recognises the service and sacrifices of the men and women who served here from 62 countries during World War Two. It serves as a point for recognition, remembrance and reconciliation for its servicemen and women, which suffered the highest losses of any unit during WWII but have long struggled for recognition. Opened in 2018, this part-museum part-memorial provides an opportunity for education for today’s and future generations. 

New Tourism Business of the Year Award

Saxmundham, Suffolk

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Gold winner: Thorington Theatre

Built in a bomb crater left behind from WWII, this outdoor amphitheatre opened in 2021 and stages everything from family-friendly plays to Shakespeare, Greek classics and live music. Seating 350 people, there’s also a snack and drinks kiosk, wheelchair access, free parking and a picnic area to enjoy before your show starts.  

Silver winner - Bassenthwaite Lake Station Situated opposite the Dubwath Silver Meadows nature reserve, Bassenthwaite Lake Station  is a café in a lovingly restored railway station with a full-size replica Orient Express steam train stationed outside. Take part in murder mystery evenings, venture out on a foraging workshop and grab a bite to eat in the ticket office or on the pretty platform decorated with flowers. Alternatively, enjoy afternoon tea on the train itself.

Bronze - Great British Car Journey

Buckle up for a journey through automotive history starting in the 1920s; This interactive exhibition features over 130 classic cars and takes you through the golden ages of British car design and manufacturing. Swot up on iconic motors such as the Austin Seven, Morris Minor, classic Mini and Ford Escort (to name just a few). Petrolheads can also book a driving experience at the same site, and caffeine heads can refuel (pun intended) at the Refilling Station Café.

Resilience and Innovation Award

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Gold winner: St Luke's Bombed Out Church

Once a haunting wreck following the Liverpool Blitz of May 1941, the Grade-II listed St Luke’s Bombed Out Church is now a beacon of community, arts and culture. Following thousands of hours by local volunteers, St Luke’s was rescued from dereliction with a sympathetic restoration and reopened to the public in 2007. It regularly provides a Gothic backdrop to theatre, dance, classical and world music, visual art, cinema, and spoken word events.  

Runners up:  

Silver - Langley Castle Hotel Have a medieval sleepover in a castle built in 1350. Langley Castle  is one of a few fortified castle hotels in the country where you can eat and stay in authentic historical surroundings. If you are keen on a spot of stargazing, take one of the organised midnight coach trips to Kielder Observatory in the heart of Kielder Forest – a designated Dark Sky zone. 

Bronze - Healing Manor Hotel  Like many hotels during COVID, Healing Manor  faced the challenges of staying afloat; however, this establishment not only started a successful takeaway business, it also used its long-standing partnerships with local suppliers to support the local homeless community and still does. It also provides free milk and bread to those in need and prides itself on supporting staff’s wellbeing.

Small Hotel of the Year Award

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Gold winner: Askham Hall

Stay at Askham Hall  in the Lake District National Park, and you’ll travel through the ages in just a few days. The hall dates back to 1280, and was used as a fortress. It later underwent extensive renovations by the 6th Earl of Lonsdale in the 1930s before gaining a glowing reputation as a “great party house”. In fact, it was favoured by Prince Phillip when he established his famous annual carriage driving event in the 1960s. 

Silver - The Pig-at Combe Secluded within 3,500 acres of the Devonshire countryside is The Pig , a honey-coloured Elizabethan bolthole where roll-top baths and modern four-poster beds come as standard. The hotel’s restaurant is famed for its “25-mile menu”, with all ingredients sourced within a 25-mile radius of the hotel. Be sure to book a table – it’s the perfect way to treat yourself after a day exploring the East Devon coastline, which is just 15 minutes away. 

Bronze - Wildhive Callow Hall Wildhive Callow Hall, a Victorian country house , is tucked away in 35 acres of gardens, wild meadow and woodland. Located at the edge of the Peak District, the house features 15 tastefully designed bedrooms, two family-sized treehouses, and 11 woodland ‘Hives’ for couples. The Garden Room restaurant serves fresh and seasonal food, while the converted Coach House offers well-being experiences such as stationary cycling, yoga classes and sound healing.  

Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Award

Watlington, Norfolk

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A line of safari carts drives through a golden plain in Norfolk

Gold winner: Watatunga Wildlife Reserve

Yes, you read that correctly – Watatunga is a bona fide wildlife reserve  with freely roaming deer and antelope (no dangerous lions or hippos, phew!) two miles from the village of Watlington. Along with guided buggy tours, you can get closer to nature by staying at one of three on-site cottages. Or, if you are a budding photographer, opt for a wildlife photography class. 

Silver - Muncaster Castle, Gardens and Hawk & Owl Centre The dramatic backdrop of Muncaster Castle  is home to the Hawk & Owl Centre, where you can admire birds of prey up close and learn more about their fascinating behaviours from an expert bird team. The Lawned Owl Garden is home to various aviaries and mews, and the adjacent Old Rose Garden is where you’ll find the flying arena. The centre is open daily from Easter to early November and at selected weekends during winter and early spring.  

Bronze - PK Porthcurno How did a tranquil valley in Cornwall become home to cutting-edge telecommunications in Victorian times? Porthcurno  (‘PK’ as it’s known in telegraphic code) owes its unique heritage to the arrival of the first undersea telegraph cable in 1870. The museum features interactive exhibits and historical artefacts that chart the evolution of communications, from the first telegraph to the arrival of the internet. A must-see for tech nerds and history buffs of all ages. 

Taste of England Award

Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire

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Gold winner: Pensons Restaurant at the Netherwood Estate

This sun-drenched Michelin-starred restaurant  in Worcestershire is committed to finding sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions to serving delicious food. While waiting for your food, you can peek into the open-plan kitchen to see the chefs hard at work. The a la carte and tasting menus change weekly and sometimes even daily, depending on the fresh ingredients available. And if you fancy making a break of it, you can book one of the two cosy rooms across the courtyard and enjoy dinner, bed and breakfast!

Update (November 2023): Pensons Restaurant will close permanently following dinner service on 22 December 2023.

Silver - The Unruly Pig  Frequently topping food and drink lists, The Unruly Pig in Woodbridge, Suffolk is run by joint head chefs Dave Wall and Karl Green. They have coined their food influence as “Britalian” and use fresh, local (wherever possible), seasonal ingredients cooked with an Italian twist.

Bronze - The Glasshouse Restaurant This double AA Rosette-winning eatery on the grounds of Oakley Hall Park near Basingstoke follows a ‘field to fork’ philosophy focusing on using local produce sourced from within a 50-mile radius. A member of the Hampshire Fare initiative, the team tracks ingredients from neighbouring Hampshire suppliers, brings local communities together, and makes good use of the expansive kitchen garden.

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Full list of British Travel Awards 2023 winners including Jet2, P&O Cruises and Wetherspoons

Full list of the British Travel Awards gold winners for 2023 as chosen by the public with more than 1.5 million votes including Jet2, P&O Cruises, Wetherspoons

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  • 22:01, 28 Nov 2023
  • Updated 15:52, 29 Nov 2023

Ready, Jet set, go…for 11 golds to Jet2 and Jet2holidays at the prestigious 2023 British Travel Awards (BTAs).

The Leeds-based sister firms took off with the biggest haul of prizes at the glittering gala night in Battersea Evolution, London, including Best Large Travel Company for Summer Sun Holidays, Winter Sun Holidays, Family Holidays and Luxury Holidays plus Best Airline for Short-haul Flights and Best Airline for Economy Class Travel.

A record 1.56 million public votes were cast for the nation’s benchmark travel industry accolades as UK travelling consumers had their say in 76 award categories covering their 2023 leisure travel experiences and services.

Newmarket Holidays also triumphed, taking home an impressive eight golds in categories such as Best Travel Company for Escorted Group Holiday; Best Touring Holidays and Best for Safari Holidays plus for holidays to destinations including Central/Northern Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa and Canada and USA.

Solmar Villas was next with a sterling seven golds including Best Medium Travel Company for Summer Sun, Winter Sun, Family, Villa and Tailor-Made Holidays.

On the water, P&O took Best Cruise Line for Family Holidays, Hurtigruten won Best Cruise Line for Expedition Voyages, Viking won Best Cruise Line for River Cruise Holidays and Cunard won Best Cruise Line for Ultra-Luxurious Holiday.

Brittany Ferries won Best Medium Travel Company to Western Europe, P&O Ferries took Best Operator for Short Sea/ Mini Cruises,

It’s no secret Brits love a cheeky drink at an airport bar ahead of a stupid o’clock holiday flight and now it’s official - Spoons is our bar venue of choice.

The BTAs had two new categories for 2023 and Wetherspoons claimed Best Airport Retailer for Food and Beverage, while Boots are taking off with Best Airport Retailer for Consumer Goods,

Also in the aviation world, London's Heathrow was voted Best Large UK Airport for Leisure Travel, with East Midlands winning in the medium category.

Best Airline for Low-Cost Flights was easyjet, with Emirates taking Best Airline for Long Haul Flights and Best Airline for Business Class Travel. For the 13th year running APH (Airport Parking & Hotels) won Best Company for Airport Parking.

On the roads, Avis reclaimed the gold for Best Company for Car Hire, Shearings picked up three golds for Best Large Company for Coach Holidays, Best Large Travel Company for Touring Holidays, and Best Large Company for UK Coach/Touring Holidays.

In the medium company category Leger Holidays held on to Best for Coach Holidays and also won Best for Special Interest Holidays. Brightwater Holidays won Best Travel Company for Coach Holidays in the small company category.

In other gold categories, Travelzoo won Best Travel website for Travel Deals; Hays Travel won three Golds for Best National Travel Retailer, Best Agency for Cruise Holidays and Best Retailer of Forex/Travel Money and in a surprise twist, nominated for their first ever British Travel Awards, Lapland Specialist tour operator Santa Claus Trips was voted Best Small Travel Company for Family Holidays and Best Small Travel Company to Central/Northern Europe.

BTA director of events and partnerships Lorraine Barnes Burton said: “This year was a record in the 15-year history of the British Travel Awards with more than one and a half million votes.

“My sincere thanks go to the readers who took the trouble to vote and ultimately it is you, the travelling public, who decide the winners by voting for the travel companies you consider the best in the business.

“When you see the British Travel Awards winner logos on brochures, websites and social media posts you can be sure you are travelling with tried and tested travel companies - as voted for by you, the all-important travelling public.”

Since 2008 the British Travel Awards has been polling public opinion on leisure travel companies and the award accreditations are determined solely by the number of public votes cast after security software has flagged for investigation any spurious or suspect voting activity.

The 2023 voting period ran between June 19 and October 1 and 420,453 voters cast 1,561,370 votes.

All BTA voters were entered in a draw for a bumper travel prize jackpot worth around £47,700, with cruises, villa holidays, ferry crossings, holiday vouchers, Europe trips, airport hotels and parking, staycations and more to be won.

*Reach plc, with more than 130 national and regional news brands across both print and online including the Mirror website, is the official media partner of the 2023 BTAs.

*A full list winners also with silver and bronze awards is at britishtravelawards.com

The 2023 British Travel Awards gold winners

  • Best Small Travel Company to Hellenic Europe - Abercrombie & Kent
  • Best Small Travel Company to the Far East/Central Asia - Abercrombie & Kent
  • Best Small Travel Company for Arts & Culture Holidays - ACE Cultural Tours
  • Best Small Travel Company to the Indian Ocean - Affordable Luxury Travel
  • Best Small Travel Company to Southern Asia - Affordable Luxury Travel
  • Best Small Travel Company for All - Inclusive Holidays - Affordable Luxury Travel
  • Best Small Travel Company to the U.S.A. - American Sky
  • Best Company for Airport Parking - APH (Airport Parking & Hotels)
  • Best Small Travel Company to Iberia/Macaronesia - Archipelago Choice Ltd
  • Best Company for Holiday Car Hire - Avis
  • Best Medium Travel Company to the Caribbean/Central America - Blue Bay Travel
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Southeast Asia - Blue Bay Travel
  • Best Medium Travel Company for All - Inclusive Holidays - Blue Bay Travel
  • Best Small Company for UK Family Holidays - Bluestone Wales
  • Best Small Travel Company to Italy/Western Med. Islands - Bookings For You
  • Best Airport Retailer for Consumer Goods - Boots
  • Best Small Travel Company for Coach Holidays - Brightwater Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Western Europe - Brittany Ferries
  • Best Small Travel Company for Luxury Holidays - Ciconia Exclusive Journeys
  • Best Large Travel Company for Ski/Winter Sports Holidays - Crystal Ski Holidays
  • Best Cruise Line for Ultra - Luxury Holidays - Cunard
  • Best Small Travel Company to East/Southeast Europe - Cyprus Paradise
  • Best Medium UK Airport for Leisure Travel - East Midlands
  • Best Airline for Low Cost Flights - EasyJet
  • Best Airline for Long - haul Flights - Emirates
  • Best Airline for Business Class Travel - Emirates
  • Best Large Travel Company to the Middle East/North Africa - Emirates Holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company to the Indian Ocean - Emirates Holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company to Western Europe - Eurostar
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Adventure Holidays - Exodus Travels
  • Best Small Company for UK Coach/Touring Holidays - Family Outings North East
  • Best Small Travel Company for Activity/Sports Holidays - GolfKings
  • Best Small Travel Company for Sports Tours Holidays - GolfKings
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Rail Holidays - Great Rail Journeys
  • Best Small Travel Company to Sub - Saharan Africa - Hayes & Jarvis
  • Best Small Travel Company to Australasia/Oceania - Hayes & Jarvis
  • Best Small Travel Company for Special Occasions Holidays - Hayes & Jarvis
  • Best Small Travel Company for Safari Holidays - Hayes & Jarvis
  • Best National Travel Retailer - Hays Travel
  • Best Travel Agency for Cruise Holidays - Hays Travel
  • Best Retailer for Forex/Travel Money - Hays Travel
  • Best Small Company for UK Short Breaks - Holiday Extras
  • Best Hotel Brand for Midscale Accommodation - Holiday Inn
  • Best Cruise Line for Expedition Voyages - Hurtigruten
  • Best Large Travel Company for Special Interest Holidays - Inghams
  • Best Large Travel Company for Activity/Sports Holidays - Inghams
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Hellenic Europe - Ionian & Aegean Island Holidays
  • Best Small Travel Company for Villa Holidays - Ionian & Aegean Island Holidays
  • Best Small Travel Company for Weddings & Honeymoons - Ionian Weddings
  • Best Airline for Short - haul Flights - Jet2.com
  • Best Airline for Economy Class Travel - Jet2.com
  • Best Large Travel Company to East/Southeast Europe - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company to Iberia/Macaronesia - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company to Italy/Western Med. Islands - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company to Hellenic Europe - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company for Summer Sun Holidays - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company for Winter Sun Holidays - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company for Family Holidays - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company for Luxury Holidays - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Travel Website for Flight Booking - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Small Travel Company to South America - Journey Latin America
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Singles Holidays - Just You
  • Best Medium Travel Company to the Indian Ocean - Kuoni
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Australasia/Oceania - Kuoni
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Luxury Holidays - Kuoni
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Weddings & Honeymoons - Kuoni
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Special Occasions Holidays - Kuoni
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Coach Holidays - Leger
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Special Interest Holidays - Leger
  • Best Large UK Airport for Leisure Travel - London Heathrow
  • Best Small Company for UK Holiday Home Rentals - Luxury Coastal
  • Best Small Travel Company to the Caribbean/Central America - Luxury Worldwide Collection
  • Best Medium Company for UK Family Holidays - Lyons Holiday Parks
  • Best Medium Company for UK Parks & Lodges Holidays - Lyons Holiday Parks
  • Best Small Travel Company to Southeast Asia - Mabuhay Travel
  • Best Small Travel Company to Canada - My Canada Trips
  • Best Small Travel Company for Tailor - Made Holidays - My Canada Trips
  • Best Small Travel Company for Touring Holidays - My Canada Trips
  • Best Medium Company for UK Coach/Touring Holidays - National Holidays
  • Best Medium Company for UK Holiday Home Rentals - National Trust Holidays
  • Best Small Travel Company for Wildlife & Nature Holidays - Naturetrek
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Activity/Sports Holidays - Neilson Active Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Ski/Winter Sports Holidays - Neilson Active Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Central/Northern Europe - Newmarket Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Italy/Western Med. Islands - Newmarket Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Sub - Saharan Africa - Newmarket Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Canada - Newmarket Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company to the U.S.A. - Newmarket Holidays
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Publish date: 15th Jun 23

VisitEngland Awards for Excellence Winners

VisitEngland has announced the winners of its Awards for Excellence 2023,   celebrating the tourism industry’s brightest stars.

The 20 Gold Award winners were announced at an evening ceremony on 7 June hosted by Alex Polizzi at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, in categories ranging from ‘Small Visitor Attraction of the Year’ and ‘B&B and Guest House of the Year’ to ‘Business Events Venue of the Year’ and ‘Experience of the Year.’  The Gold, Silver and Bronze winners were selected from hundreds of tourism businesses across England including hotels, self-catering accommodation, B&Bs, glamping operators, attractions, restaurants, pubs and museums.

The prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence, running for more than 30 years and in 2023 sponsored by the Caravan and Motorhome Club, celebrate and champion innovation, quality and best practice across the industry recognising businesses and individuals who raise the bar of England’s tourism offer.

VisitEngland Director Andrew Stokes said, “It is fantastic to come together as an industry to celebrate our world-class tourism businesses. Competition this year was fierce with customer service excellence evident across every category, thanks to the passion and dedication of individuals.

“From an outdoor theatre in Suffolk to a boutique B&B in Essex, from an arboretum museum in Staffordshire, a zoo farm in Bristol, to island boat tours in Northumberland, this year’s awards also showcase the wonderful range of quality tourism products on offer across England.

“I congratulate all the winners and especially those who won Gold, an achievement cementing their place as the country’s crème de la crème, standard-bearers for England’s tourism industry.”

In addition to the 16 core categories award winners, four special awards were also presented this year including an ‘Outstanding Contribution to Tourism Award,’ a ‘Travel Content Award’, a ‘Tourism Superstar Award’ and a ‘TXGB Trailblazer Award’.

The Tourism Superstar Award went to Geoff Colvin. Geoff, a volunteer stationmaster at the Kent and East Sussex Railway, was the winner of the VisitEngland Tourism Superstar 2023 run in partnership with the Mirror, following a public vote and competition earlier this year.

The Outstanding Contribution to Tourism Award went to ‘England’s Coast’ in recognition of its valuable role in boosting domestic and inbound tourism to England.

The Travel Content Award, which recognises the media’s important contribution in championing domestic tourism, was won by Alicia Miller of The Independent with her story ‘ How to do a classic Cotswolds weekend, car-free.’

The TXGB Trailblazer Award went to Red Funnel, Isle of Wight, in recognition of its efforts in driving inbound bookings through the business-to-business platform, also benefitting the domestic market.

Tourism is one of England’s largest and most valuable industries, supporting hundreds of thousands of businesses, employing about 2.6 million people and, in 2019, generating £76 billion in domestic visitor spending.

Click here for full list of VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2023 winners.

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Tourism Young Person of the Year – sponsored by City of Liverpool College and Hospitality Hero James Duckworth, Shakespeare North Playhouse

Highly Commended –  Amber Kinrade, Strawberry Field

Unsung Hero Award at the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2023

Unsung Hero Award – sponsored by Liverpool ONE Meg Terzza, Shakespeare North Playhouse

Highly Commended – Chris Duffy, Hilton Liverpool

B&B and Guest House of the Year winner at the 2023 Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards

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Self Catering Accommodation of the Year winner at Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2023 Staybridge Suites

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Hotel of the Year winner at the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards Hope Street Hotel

Hotel of the Year – sponsored by Liverpool BID Company

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Highly Commended –  Novotel Paddington Village

Business Events Venue of the Year winners at Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2023 Spaces at the Spine

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New Tourism Business of the Year winner at Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2023 - Shakespeare North Playhouse

New Tourism Business Award – sponsored by BDO LLP

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Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Award winner at the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2023 Sunnyside Guest House

Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Award – sponsored by Lexus Liverpool

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Highly Commended – Leonardo Hotels Liverpool

Independent Tourism Business of the Year winner at the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards - Manifest

Independent Tourism Business of the Year – sponsored by Bolland & Lowe

Highly Commended – Fab 4 Taxi Tours

Eurovision Experience of the Year winners at the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2023 Invisible Wind Factory

Eurovision Experience of the Year – sponsored by West Midlands Trains

  • Invisible Wind Factory presents Aquatopia – The Blue and Yellow Submarine Parade

Highly Commended –  National Museums Liverpool

Taste of Liverpool Award – Café/Bistro of the Year winner at Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2023 The Watering Can

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Taste of Liverpool Award – Restaurant of the Year winner at Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2023 - The Art School

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Special recognition –  Liverpool Philharmonic Highly Commended – Future Yard

Tourism Experience of the Year winner at Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2023 Liverpool Food Tours

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Liverpool Food Tours – A Taste of Liverpool Food Walking Tour

Small Visitor Attraction of the Year winner at Liverpool City Region Tourism Award 2023 Strawberry Field

Small Visitor Attraction of the Year – sponsored by Ticket Quarter

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Highly Commended – Liverpool Beatles Museum

Large Visitor Attraction of the Year winner at Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2023 Liverpool Cathedral

Large Visitor Attraction of the Year – sponsored by Liverpool John Lennon Airport

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Liverpool City Region Hidden Gem winner at Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2023 The Bus Yard

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Outstanding Contribution to Tourism winner at Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2023 Chris Brown

Outstanding Contribution to Tourism – sponsored by Growth Platform

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B&b and guest house of the year.

  • The Bowden Lodge

Self-Catering Accommodation of the Year

  • Quest Apartments Liverpool City Centre
  • The Eden Warehouse

Hotel of the Year

  • Formby Hall Golf Resort and Spa
  • INNSiDE by Melia Liverpool
  • Malmaison Liverpool
  • Novotel Liverpool Paddington Village
  • Pullman Liverpool
  • Titanic Hotel Liverpool

Business Events Venue

  • Escape Live Liverpool
  • The Jockey Club Venues – Aintree Racecourse

New Tourism Business Award

  • Brewery Bus Tours
  • Eureka! Science + Discovery
  • Liverpool Famous Walking Tours
  • Radisson Red Liverpool

Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Award

  • Antonio’s Bar & Grill
  • Leonardo Hotels Liverpool
  • Liverpool Philharmonic
  • The Palm House Sefton Park

Independent Tourism Business of the Year

  • Arts Bar Hope Street
  • Fab 4 Taxi Tours

Eurovision Experience of the Year

  • British Music Experience
  • John Lewis & Partners Liverpool
  • Liverpool Tourist Information Centre
  • National Museums Liverpool
  • Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
  • The City of Liverpool College

Taste of Liverpool Award – Café/Bistro of the Year

  • Bean Coffee Roasters Liverpool ONE
  • The Welsford Bistro

Taste of Liverpool Award – Restaurant of the Year

  • Baltic Market
  • Delifonseca Dockside
  • The London Carriage Works

Pub of the Year

  • The Hightown Pub & Kitchen
  • The Windmill Southport

Experience of the Year

  • Liverpool Food Tours – A Taste of Liverpool Food Walking Tour
  • Mersey Tunnel Tours
  • National Trust, The Beatles’ Childhood Homes
  • The Magical Mystery Tour
  • Viking Quest Adventure Golf

Large Visitor Attraction of the Year

  • LFC Stadium Tours & Experiences
  • Mersey Ferries
  • Museum of Liverpool
  • National Trust, Speke Hall
  • The Beatles Story

Small Visitor Attraction of the Year

  • Liverpool Beatles Museum

Entertainment Venue of the Year

  • Future Yard
  • Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse
  • Liverpool’s Royal Court
  • The Cavern Club

Tourism Young Person of the Year

  • Yasmin Rainbow, Hilton Liverpool
  • Natasha Elston, Holiday Inn Express Royal Albert Dock
  • James Duckworth, Shakespeare North Playhouse
  • Amber Kinrade, Strawberry Field
  • Alex Zervos, The Art School

Unsung Hero Award

  • Chris Duffy, Hilton Liverpool
  • Tracey Sellars, Holiday Inn Liverpool
  • Roy Forshaw, National Museums Liverpool
  • Caitlin French, Pullman Liverpool
  • Colin Hughes, Sefton Park Palm House
  • Meg Terzza, Shakespeare North Playhouse
  • Gin Journey – A tour to discover Liverpool’s rich past, with a delicious drink in your hand to bring it all to life.
  • Glass Onion – Veggie/vegan café serving delicious fresh homemade food and cakes in Allerton.
  • Hop/Scotch – An independent whisky bar tucked away down an unassuming staircase in Liverpool’s Fabric District.
  • Lake House Waterloo – A stunning restaurant serving delicious, locally sourced menus at the water’s edge of the marine lake in Crosby.
  • Red Brick Market – An independent Market in Liverpool’s Baltic district with over 200 businesses under one roof.
  • Reel Tours – Walking tour in which you will visit many prominent film locations that have made the city so synonymous with moviegoers worldwide.
  • Season Coffee, Bar & Kitchen – A cosy, relaxed venue offering a range of food and drink that uses only produce from other local independent businesses in Southport.
  • The Bus Yard – Two converted double decker buses operating in Crosby Marina, Liverpool ONE Chavasse Park and other pop-up locations.
  • The Danny – An Art Deco steamship, rescued by the passion and skill of a volunteer force who run the project and operate the vessel today.
  • Tik Taco – A cantina serving locally sourced fresh, vibrant authentic Mexican food in Southport.

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The Yorkshire Post is delighted to launch the prestigious Yorkshire Post Tourism Awards 2023.

The awards will celebrate the very best of our region’s hoteliers, B&Bs, restaurants, theme parks, visitor attractions and all businesses which attract tourists to “God’s Own Country”.

These awards will be fully inclusive for all businesses across the whole of Yorkshire’s tourism sector and will shine a spotlight on outstanding service, quality and that strong Yorkshire welcome that the region is famous for.

At the awards ceremony, guests will enjoy a drinks reception, a deluxe 3 course meal, entertainment, as well as the awards themselves which promise to have you on your feet as we celebrate the very best of Yorkshire.

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Liverpool Cathedral provided the stunning backdrop on Thursday evening for the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards – with all the winners revealed. Tony McDonough reports

Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2024

All the winners of the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards were revealed on Thursday evening at a ceremony at Liverpool Cathedral.

Recognising excellence across the city region’s tourism and hospitality industry for 2023, the annual awards are delivered by Growth Platform , the city region’s economic development agency.

Triple winner on the night was Shakespeare North Playhouse, taking home the accolades for New Tourism Business of the Year, Unsung Hero and Tourism Young Person of the Year.

The special Eurovision Experience of the Year award went to the Invisible Wind Factory for its Aquatopia – The Blue and Yellow Submarine Parade – which kicked off the Eurovision celebrations last May.

And the only category voted for by the public, the Hidden Gem Award, recognising the region’s best kept secret, went to The Bus Yard – two converted double decker buses operating in Crosby Marina and Liverpool ONE.

Other winners on the night included The Art School for Restaurant of the Year, The Red Fox in Thornton Hough for Pub of the Year and Strawberry Field for Small Visitor Attraction of the Year. The coveted Hotel of the Year went to Hope Street Hotel.

The Outstanding Contribution to Tourism award went to Chris Brown – for more than 35 years tourism experience in the city and who actively led the city’s marketing activity for Eurovision.

Leanne Campbell of Radio City was the host for the evening and guests were welcomed with a drinks reception sponsored by Virgin Experience Days and Liverpool Football Club and entertainment from local choir Very Vocal.

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Headline sponsor of the awards was Liverpool BID Company. Chief executive Bill Addy, said: “We are always delighted to sponsor the Tourism Awards as this sector is a vital economic driver in our region.

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“The people and businesses who deliver this work deserve recognition, and we are so pleased for all of the sector winners. It has been such a strong and positive year for our tourism and visitor economy.

“We have seen this first hand, in the first operating year of the Accommodation BID, which provides a platform for the hotel and serviced accommodation sector.

“Eurovision is the major headline of course, but there have been incredible events and activity, day in and day out, to help make this city world class.”

Winners of the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards:

Tourism Young Person of the Year – sponsored by City of Liverpool College and Hospitality Hero

Winner: James Duckworth, Shakespeare North Playhouse

Highly commended: Amber Kinrade, Strawberry Field

Unsung Hero Award – sponsored by Liverpool ONE

Winner: Meg Terzza, Shakespeare North Playhouse

Highly commended: Chris Duffy, Hilton Liverpool

B&B and Guest House of the Year – sponsored by Liverpool Cathedral

Winner: The Braemar Southport

Self-Catering Accommodation of the Year – sponsored by National Museums Liverpool

Winner: Staybridge Suites Liverpool

Hotel of the Year – sponsored by Liverpool BID Company          

Winner: Hope Street Hotel

Highly commended: Novotel Paddington Village

Business Events Venue – sponsored by ACC Liverpool

Winner: Spaces at The Spine

New Tourism Business Award – sponsored by BDO LLP

Winner: Shakespeare North Playhouse

Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Award – sponsored by Lexus Liverpool

Winner: Sunnyside Guest House

Highly commended: Leonardo Hotels Liverpool

Independent Tourism Business of the Year – sponsored by Bolland & Lowe

Winner: Manifest

Highly commended: Fab 4 Taxi Tours

Eurovision Experience of the Year – sponsored by West Midlands Trains

Winner: Invisible Wind Factory presents Aquatopia – The Blue and Yellow Submarine Parade

Highly commended: National Museums Liverpool

Taste of Liverpool Award – Café/Bistro of the Year – sponsored by PIB Insurance

Winner: The Watering Can

Taste of Liverpool Award – Restaurant of the Year – sponsored by Knowsley Safari

Winner: The Art School

Pub of the Year – sponsored by Wild Thang

Winner: The Red Fox Thornton Hough

Entertainment Venue of the Year – sponsored by Kimpton

Winner: M&S Bank Arena

Special recognition: Liverpool Philharmonic

Highly commended: Future Yard

Experience of the Year – sponsored by Merseyrail           

Winner: Liverpool Food Tours – A Taste of Liverpool Food Walking Tour

Small Visitor Attraction of the Year – sponsored by Ticket Quarter

Winner: Strawberry Field

Highly commended: Liverpool Beatles Museum

Large Visitor Attraction of the Year – sponsored by Liverpool John Lennon Airport

Winner: Liverpool Cathedral

Liverpool City Region Hidden Gem

Winner: The Bus Yard

Outstanding Contribution to Tourism – sponsored by Growth Platform

Winner: Chris Brown

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Winners announced at the prestigious Bristol Bath and Somerset Tourism Awards Ceremony

The Bristol Hotel was at capacity last night (30 November) as 64 awards were presented to the best tourism and hospitality businesses from across Bristol Bath and Somerset.

The awards covered everything from accommodation and attractions to food and drink and activities, with an ever-wider range of visitor experiences amongst the winners. There were also awards for an increasing numbers of businesses in the all-important new tourism business, sustainable tourism and accessible tourism categories.

Three special awards were announced, the first being the Outstanding Contribution to Tourism Award which went to the Welcome Team at Bristol Temple Meads.  The Future of Hospitality was new this year and was awarded to Aurora Foxes in Minehead.  The final award of the night – the Winner of Winners award went to the exceptional teams at the Queensberry Hotel and the Olive Tree Restaurant in Bath.

Winners in most categories will now be considered for the South West Tourism Excellence Awards to be presented at Exeter University in March 2024 and possibly invited to represent Bristol Bath and Somerset in the 2024 national VisitEngland Awards .

Ben McGrail, host of the awards said “ It was a real honour to be part of such a celebration of the amazing tourism industry in Bristol, Bath and Somerset. We have so much to offer across the region and the night really showed off just how hard people work to make that possible. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees!”

Awards director, Nell Barrington added: “ each year these awards get more and more competitive.  They really do showcase the finest experiences visitors to the county can have and provide a truly inspirational bucket list.  It was a privilege to be able to celebrate with such fantastic businesses.  Congratulations to them all.”

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Accessible and Inclusive Tourism     Blackpool Transport Services Ltd,  Blackpool   Brickhouse Farm Cottages,  Hambleton   Lancashire Outdoor Activities Initiative,  Rivington   The Estuary Riverside Chalets,  Hambleton   – winner The Flower Bowl Entertainment Centre,  Brock

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Camping, Glamping & Holiday Park    Hedgerow Luxury Glamping,  Newsholme   Pure Leisure Group,  Lancaster   The Secret Garden Glamping,  Holland Moss, Skelmersdale – winner

Cultural Venue / Organisation     Blackburn Cathedral,  Blackburn   King George’s Hall,  Blackburn   The Dukes,  Lancaster   – winner The Whitaker Museum and Art Gallery,  Rawtenstall   Winter Gardens Blackpool,  Blackpool

Dog Friendly Business     Holland Hall Hotel,  Up Holland   Tewitfield Marina,  Tewitfield / Carnforth   The Lawrence Hotel,  Padiham – winner

Ethical, Responsible & Sustainable Tourism     Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston,  Broughton   Hedgerow Luxury Glamping,  Newsholme   Moss Wood Caravan Park,  Cockerham – winner

Experience of the Year     Black Knights Parachute Centre,  Cockerham   – winner Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours,  Blackpool

Family Owned / Run Business     Brickhouse Farm Cottages,  Hambleton – winner  Fence Gate,  Fence   Elgin Hotel,  Blackpool   Frederick’s Ice Cream Ltd,  Heath Charnock / Chorley   JAK Hanson Shopping Outlet,  Wrightington   Mill House Farm Pods,  Cockerham   Partington’s Holiday Parks,  Thornton-Cleveleys

Hotel Wedding Venue     Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston,  Broughton   Foxfields Country Hotel,  Billington   Glendower Hotel,  St Annes   Holland Hall Hotel,  Up Holland   – winner Mytton Fold Hotel,  Langho

Hospitality & Tourism Student Kirsty Helme, Blackpool & The Fylde College – winner Negar Rezaei, Burnley College – highly commended Kai Rothwell, Burney College Connor Tyler , Blackburn College

Judges’ Award Blackpool Transport Hedgerow Luxury Glamping , Newsholme Hotel Sheraton , Blackpool – winner Lone Wolf Bakery , Morecambe Mill House Farm Pods , Cockerham The Flower Bowl Entertainment Centre, Brock

Large Event Amazing Accrington Soapbox Challenge Festa Italia, Lancaster National Festival of Making, Blackburn. The Great British R&B Festival, Colne Vintage by the Sea, Morecambe – winner

Large Hotel   Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort,  Burnley   – winner Hotel Sheraton,  Blackpool   Mytton Fold Hotel,  Langho   The Glendower Hotel,  St Annes

New Tourism Business    Assheton Arms,  Downham   Everything Retreat,  Mellor   Fell Urban Bistro,  Longridge   Mill House Farm Pods,  Cockerham   The Estuary Riverside Chalets,  Hambleton   The Hole in Wand Blackpool , Blackpool   The Rum Fox,  Grindleton – winner

Pub of the Year   Fence Gate,  Fence   Shireburn Arms,  Hurst Green   The Pendle Inn, part of Daniel Thwaites, Barley – winner

Resilience & Innovation     Blackpool Transport Service Ltd,  Blackpoo l   – winner Holland Hall Hotel,  Up Holland   3 Millstones Inn,  West Bradford

Self-Catering Accommodation    Everything Retreat,  Mellor   Kays Farm Retreat,  Chorley   The Estuary Riverside Chalets,  Hambleton   – winner The Stables @Hall Green Farm,  Longton

Small Event Chorley Live Chorley 10K Chorley Flower Show Coronation Event, Nelson Darwen Live Dino Fest, Lancaster Music in the Park, Leyland – winner Myerscough College & University Country Fair Nestival Gin Festival, Brindle Distillery, Chorley Stonyhurst Summer Festival of Sports, Hurst Green Spooks at Thornton Hall Country Park, Thornton in Craven

Lancashire Perfect Stay – Small Serviced Accommodation Provider   Bella Vista Lodge,  Blackpool   Fence Gate Lodge,  Fence   The Lawrence Hotel,  Padiham   – winner The Millstone, Mellor, part of Daniel Thwaites,  Mellor

Visitor Attraction   Lancashire Police Museum,  Lancaster   The Hole in Wand Blackpool,  Blackpool   Windmill Animal Farm,  Burscough – winner

Taste Lancashire CDJ Restaurant,  Darwen   Fell Urban Bistro,  Longridge   La Locanda,  Gisburn – winner

Taste Lancashire Producer Crave Marinades, Preston Fairham Distillery, Penwortham Lone Wolf Bakery,  Morecambe Lucela’s,  Bispham Mr Fitzpatrick’s, Rawtenstall Sandgrown Spirits, Lytham – winner

Unsung Hero Joanne Denton, Head of Weddings, Holland Hall – winner Oli Martin, Chef Director/owner, Aven, Fell Urban Bistro & Foray Catering. Simon Entwistle, Tour Guide, Top Hat Tours For more information on this year’s Unsung Hero finalists click here.

Wedding Venue   Eaves Hall,  West Bradford   West Tower Wedding Venue,  Aughton   – winner Wyre Weddings, Mount Pavilion, Fleetwood

* The winners of these categories will have the opportunity to represent Lancashire in the national VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2024 competition, subject to meeting criteria.

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