Tourism and hospitality businesses across the South West are invited to enter the various South West Tourism Awards 2025, celebrating excellence in various categories including accommodation, attractions, experiences, events, food and drink, visitor information, sustainability, accessibility, customer service, dog-friendliness, and more. The awards cover Bristol, Bath, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Dorset, Devon, Cornwall, and the Isles of Scilly.
The awards offer businesses a valuable opportunity to raise their profile, get free independent feedback and be part of something that recognises just how hard they work. Run by Services for Tourism who, for the second year, have achieved ‘Outstanding’ accreditation from the Awards Trust Mark giving entrants the confidence that the process is fair, transparent and genuinely valuable, something that’s been recognised by both judges and past participants.
They also link with the Visit England Awards with 12 South West nominees recently announced as national Finalists.
Entry is free and open to businesses of all sizes, with the option to enter as many eligible categories as they wish. The deadline for submissions is midnight on 18 May.
Bristol, Bath, and Somerset Tourism Awards
Entries are now open for the Bristol, Bath, and Somerset Tourism Awards – including Gloucestershire. These awards highlight the best in the region, offering businesses a chance to raise their profile and receive free independent feedback.
Awards Director Nell Barrington encourages participation, stating: “We know how much brilliant work is happening across the region – from small family-run businesses to larger operators – and these awards are a chance to shout about it. Whether you’re new to entering or have taken part before, we’d love to see you get recognised for your achievements.”
Contact Information: Website: www.somersettourismawards.org.uk
Dorset Tourism Awards
Dorset’s tourism and hospitality businesses are invited to enter the 2025 Dorset Tourism Awards. These awards provide a platform to showcase achievements and gain valuable feedback.
Awards Director Robin Barker emphasizes: “Every year we’re blown away by the standard of entries and the passion behind Dorset’s tourism businesses. These awards are about more than just winning; they’re about benchmarking, celebrating your hard work, and standing out in a competitive industry.”
Contact Information: Website: www.dorsettourismawards.org.uk
Devon Tourism Awards
The 2025 Devon Tourism Awards are now open for entries. Recognizing excellence across the region, these awards celebrate achievements in various categories.
Mark Worden, Managing Director at MiHi Digital, highlights the significance of these awards in the tourism calendar, saying: “We’re proud to support the Devon Tourism Awards again this year. These awards are a key part of the tourism calendar and shine a spotlight on the businesses that make Devon such a brilliant place to visit.”
Contact Information: Website: www.devontourismawards.org.uk
Cornwall Tourism Awards
Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly tourism businesses can now enter the 2025 Cornwall Tourism Awards. These awards offer a respected platform for businesses to showcase their strengths and gain recognition.
Stuart Reid, Chief Executive from Isles of Scilly Steamship Group, expresses pride in supporting the event, stating: “We are delighted to be the headline sponsor of the Cornwall Tourism Awards. The awards are a major event in the calendar for Cornish businesses, so what better way for us to show our commitment to the local economy than by supporting this event.”
Contact Information: Website: www.cornwalltourismawards.org.uk
The deadline for all submissions for each region is 18 May 2025 and winners in select categories may progress to the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence.
