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Tuesday night the Lancashire Tourism Awards returned as guests and businesses from across the county gathered to shine a light on Lancashire’s wonderful tourism and hospitality businesses. With a variety of awards up for grabs, it sure was a night to remember. Check out the gallery of photos from the night which are available to view here
From unmissable events to delicious places to dine, exciting attractions and fantastic places to stay discover more about our award winners below and make sure you add them to this year’s travel list!
Award winning things to do in Lancashire
Windmill Animal Farm, Burscough – Visitor Attraction
Head down and immerse yourself in the daily workings of Winmill Animal farm as you observe, feed and interacts with the adorable animals. Before heading to the top-notch indoor and outdoor play areas.
Vintage by the Sea, Morecambe - Large Event
A free family festival celebrating the brilliance of timeless design, fashion, art, vehicles, entertainment and culture in Morecambe. Vintage By the Sea is Hemingway Design’s tribute to the cultural movements of the 1920s to 1990s.
Music in the Park, Leyland - Small Event
Each year, the event boasts a spectacular lineup of incredible and talented chart-toppers and has an unbeatable atmosphere filled with endless fun, dancing, and music that you won’t want to miss.
The Dukes Lancaster - Cultural Venue / Organisation
This converted church in Lancaster is now a much-praised theatre and cinema. As Lancashire's only professional producing theatre, The Dukes produces five shows a year including an outdoor promenade performance and a Christmas family show, and much more.
Black Knight Parachute Centre – Experience of the Year
Experience the thrill of a lifetime as your skydiving dreams come true at Black Knights Skydiving Centre. One of the longest established parachute training centres in the UK and home to Lancashire’s only skydiving drop zone.
Sandgrown Spirits, Lytham - Taste Lancashire Producer
Starting with the best ingredients from around the region and using the finest local botanicals to craft the unique spirits. Sandgrown Spirits believe that creating the perfect spirit requires a combination of art and science.
Award winning places to stay in Lancashire
Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort, Burnley - Large Hotel
This luxury hotel is set in 40 acres of private parkland with spectacular views of Pendle Hill and the surrounding countryside, a beautiful ornamental lake, and fabulous gardens. A wonderful place in which to spend your leisure time.
The Secret Garden Glamping - Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park
With a mix between the modern and rustic this secluded location is not overlooked by anyone, giving total privacy alongside a hot tub, sauna and all the luxuries you would find at home. It really is an experience not to be missed.
Moss Wood Caravan Park - Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Tourism
Moss Wood is a fabulous family run caravan park for holiday homes, touring caravans and motorhomes, nestled in a tree lined vale near the ancient village of Cockerham, and provides easy access to walks on the coastal path and nearby Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The Estuary Riverside Chalets - Self-Catering Accommodation and Accessible and Inclusive Tourism
Award winning luxury self-catering holiday accommodation offering bungalow living with a difference. The spacious bedrooms, wet rooms, ramp access and wide doors ensure that everyone is welcome. Whether you just need a travel cot or shower chair or something larger like a profiling bed and hoist, the team will be happy to help.
The Lawrence Hotel, Padiham - Lancashire Perfect Stay – Small Serviced Accommodation Provider and Dog Friendly Business
An award-winning boutique hotel in heart of Padiham home to 14 design-led bedrooms. The Lawrence prides itself on being an exclusive venue for both pooches and their owners. With dog pampering and grooming services, doggy dinners and play dates all on offer.
Hotel Sheraton, Blackpool - The Judge’s Award
A warm and friendly welcome awaits everyone who visits this family-owned hotel, from the contemporary lounges to classic British food, the hotel oozes comfortable indulgence.
Brickhouse Farm Cottages, Hambleton – Family Owned/run Business
This fantastic family-owned business is home to 12 outstanding cottages which are set among acres of stunning countryside. The cottages vary in size, from 2 to 5 bedrooms, and were purpose-built in 2013 to provide holiday accommodation for families, friends and carers.
Award winning restaurants and pubs in Lancashire
La Locanda, Gibsburn - Taste Lancashire award
Working with only the best quality, local ingredients La Locanda’s owners Maurizio and Cinzia Bocchi will take you to the heart of Italian cuisine, serving you truly authentic recipes that go back generations.
The Pendle Inn, part of Daniel Thwaites, Barley - Pub of the Year
Located in the heart of Barley village, The Pendle Inn is a charming, 16th-century inn serving a range of drinks and meals to suit every appetite. Including delicious home-made Pies and hand-Cut Steaks from the local farm.
The Rum Fox, Grindleton – New Tourism Business,
The Rum Fox is a stylish country pub and restaurant in the rolling hills of the glorious Ribble Valley. Chef-Proprietor Bob Geldeard and his team strive to offer he finest food and drink, with the emphasis on the seasonal, the local and on the surprising.
Award winning places to wed in Lancashire
Holland Hall Hotel, Up Holland – Hotel Wedding Venue and Joanne Denton, Head of Weddings, Holland Hall Hotel – Unsung Hero
A secluded Grade II listed Manor House hotel, surrounded by beautiful Lancashire countryside, perfect photographic opportunities, and natural aesthetics. Whether you wish to say your ‘I dos’ inside or outside, the beautiful grounds can accommodate your memorable ceremony. Not only is the venue award winning but so are the staff, as Head of Weddings, Joanne Denton was awarded this year's unsung hero award.
West Tower Wing Venue, Aughton – Wedding Venue
Set in eight romantic acres of lush green fields, with an elegant ballroom, verdant gardens and terrace overlooking the beautiful countryside, West Tower - is one of the most picturesque places to say ‘I do.’
Award winning businesses.
Winter Gardens Blackpool – Business Events Venue
From the modern £30m Conference and Exhibition Centre to the historic Empress Ballroom and the elegant Spanish Suites, Winter Gardens Blackpool can accommodate guest lists ranging from 50 to 7,000.
Blackpool Transport Service LTD, Blackpool - Resilience and Innovation award
Proudly serving Blackpool, Fleetwood, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lytham St Anne’s, and Poulton-le-Fylde with friendly and reliable transport for over 100 years.
With so much to see and do, and so many places where you can stop for a bite to eat, Lancashire is the perfect place to visit. The award winners are just some of the fantastic places you can experience on your trip.
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Windmill Animal Farm is a great family day out, offering visitors the chance to experience the every day running of an actual working farm, while still having the chance to watch, feed and touch the animals.
Cultural centre and theatre in Lancaster screening a wide range of films and own produced and touring work. Hosts annual outdoor Promenade productions.
One of the longest established parachute training centres in the UK. Facilities and training for both first time jumpers and experienced skydiver.
Producing small batch gin with love and authenticity. Distilled in Lytham, Lancashire with flavours including Positively Purple, The Navigator's, Blooming Gorgeous and Bees Knees.
This brand new luxury hotel set in 40 acres of private parkland in Burnley, Lancashire, within the Crow Wood resort. With spectacular views of Pendle Hill and the surrounding countryside, a beautiful ornamental lake and fabulous gardens, it is a most wonderful place in which to spend your leisure time.
The Secret Garden woodland glamping pods promise to be an experience not to be missed! With a mix between the modern and rustic this secluded location is not overlooked by anyone and will give you total privacy with its own hot tub, sauna and all the luxuries you would find at home. The Secret Garden creates great memories for special occasions or breaks away.
Located between Blackpool and Lancaster in the heart of Wild Goose Country, Moss Wood offers the beautiful scenery of the Lancashire countryside. Established family run caravan park set in a well maintained tree lined park area.
Nestled into the beautiful Wyre countryside are two stunning detached bungalows, Bramble and Blackberry.
Grade II listed building with 14 design led boutique bedrooms. Each room comes with large smart TVs, 14 layer Simba mattresses, coffee makers and Temple Spa products.
A warm and friendly welcome awaits everyone who visits this family owned hotel situated on the cliffs at Queens Promenade opposite the Irish Sea. Offering 108 bedrooms; 54 of which have been fully refurbished to the highest of standards. You can snooze, sleep or laze to your heart’s content in one of our eight room styles.
Family run luxurious holiday cottages set in 6 beautiful acres of stunning Lancashire countryside, yet only 10 miles from Blackpool Tower. All cottages have been purpose built and specialised for many types of disabilities, many featuring hot tubs.
Full of original, rustic charm, La Locanda’s owners Maurizio and Cinzia Bocchi will take you to the heart of Italian cuisine, serving you truly authentic recipes that go back generations.
Home cooked food using local produce and how better to end the day or enjoy lunch during the course of it than with a meal at The Pendle Inn. Serving five different real ales and award winning food with real Lancashire friendly hospitality.
The Rum Fox is a stylish country pub and restaurant, a cosy den rooted in the rolling hills of the glorious Ribble Valley.
This historic 18th Century property provides a perfect romantic retreat for your wedding and will guarantee you enjoy a fairy-tale day. Set in eight acres of rolling countryside, Lancashire’s Wedding Venue of the Year for nine consecutive years - West Tower - is one of the most picturesque places to say ‘I do.’
With 4.9 acres of connected space, Winter Gardens Blackpool is the perfect venue for a wide variety of conferences, exhibitions and events. From large conferences, exhibitions and awards nights, right through to the more intimate dinners and receptions.
A local bus and tram operator serving the Fylde Coast and linking Lytham, St Annes, Blackpool, Bispham, Cleveleys, Fleetwood and Poulton with a high frequency network.
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