Visit York Tourism Awards 2024: Winners
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Visit York Tourism Awards 2024: Winners
On Thursday 14th March 2024, the winners of the Visit York Tourism Awards were revealed at a prestigious awards ceremony at York Racecourse. These awards, sponsored by LNER, shine a spotlight on York's top businesses in the realms of tourism, hospitality, and culture, as they proudly claimed one of the 17 esteemed trophies up for grabs.
This event is more than just a celebration; it's an invitation to discover the gems that York holds. Allow the excitement of the Visit York Tourism Awards to pique your interest, and immerse yourself in the city's charm and hospitality on your next visit!
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Large Visitor Attraction of the Year
With live actors, dark history, immersive sets and amazing special effects… the only question is are you brave enough to step into the depths of the York Dungeon?
Finalists: National Railway Museum, The Web Adventure Park, Yorkshire Air Museum
Sponsored by Ward Hadaway
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Retailer of the Year
Visit The Potions Cauldron on Shambles, the most magical drinks emporium in the world.
Finalists: York Gin, Love Cheese
Sponsored by York BID
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Event, Festival or Cultural Experience of the Year
Castle Howard is one of Britain’s finest stately homes, situated just outside York. See the estate transformed at Christmas with its annual theme and festive decorations.
Finalists: Hallowscream at York Maze, York Pride, York Mansion House
Sponsored by North York Moors National Park
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Experience of the Year
Multi-award-winning ghost tour guides, The Deathly Dark Tours run walking tours with a dark comedy twist.
Finalists: Sharmini's Inspirational Indian Cuisine, The Bloody Tour of York, The Wizard Walk of York
Sponsored by LNER
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Large Hotel of the Year
The Grand, York is a 5* hotel located in the City Walls, offering lavish rooms, 2 restaurants, a bar, and a spa with a pool and sauna.
Finalists: Middletons Hotel (Highly Commended), Moxy York
Sponsored by Streamline Taxis
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New Tourism Business Award
Five-star family fun on a walking tour ideal for children and fans of Harry Potter.
Finalists: Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel, Hart Lake Escapes (Highly Commended)
Sponsored by PPS
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Pub of The Year
Built in 2019/20 in Great Ouseburn, between the Yorkshire Dales and Moors, The Lime Tree Inn is a family-run country gastropub serving seriously good food in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Finalists: The Fat Badger, York, Social 8 Lounge, The Drovers Arms Restaurant and Country Pub
Sponsored by Hunter Gee Holroyd
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Self Catering Accommodation of the Year
A house of magic and imagination for young and old. Book yourself into this unique house of witchcraft and wizardry to experience a spellbinding breakaway in the historical City of York.
Finalists: Roomzzz Aparthotel York
Sponsored by Pyper York
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Small Hotel of the Year
One of the most beautiful Country Hotel settings in North Yorkshire, overlooking the duck pond in the picturesque village of Harome.
Finalists: Clementine’s Town House, Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel
Sponsored by Booking.com
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Small Visitor Attraction of the Year
Come and see where James Herriot, the world’s most famous vet, lived, worked and wrote his incredibly successful series of books based on his experiences as a young North Yorkshire vet.
Finalists: The Bar Convent Heritage Centre, The Hole in Wand, York Army Museum
Sponsored by Shambles Market
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B&B and Guest House of the Year
MonkBridge House is an elegant, Victorian, independent family-run guest house overlooking the River Foss.
Finalists: The Bar Convent Guest House, The Fat Badger, York
Sponsored by York Roast Co.
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Independent Business of the Year
Multi-award-winning ghost tour guides, The Deathly Dark Tours run walking tours with a dark comedy twist.
Finalists: The Wizard Walk of York, Breezy Knees Gardens, Avorium
Sponsored by Latimer by Clarion Housing Group
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Taste of England Award
Legacy offers a modern British and Yorkshire inspired eight-course tasting menu alongside an exceptional wine list, served in an iconic setting.
Finalists: Fish & Forest, Ate O’Clock
Sponsored by Fowlers of York
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Business Event Venue of the Year
More than simply a stunning building, The Guildhall is a physical representation of the University of York’s vision for growth in community partnerships.
Finalists: City Cruises
Sponsored by Business Enterprise Fund
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The Best of York Award
Five-star family fun on a walking tour ideal for children and fans of Harry Potter.
Finalists: Millers Fish & Chips, The Bloody Tour of York
Sponsored by York St John University
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Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year
High Oaks Grange is a collection of luxury cottages, lodges and glamping pods set within 60 acres of beautiful Yorkshire countryside.
Finalists: Flaxton Meadows, Wigwam Holidays Ball Hall Farm
Sponsored by Morrell Middleton
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Hospitality Hero Award, in partnership with Hospitality Association York
Finalists: Julia Betteridge from Middlethorpe Hall & Spa (Highly Commended), Hannah Mather from The Principal, York, Sean Alton from York Dungeon
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