Gold Award-Winning
In South East England we love to celebrate tourism excellence. On one hand it's very easy to do, as we have such an outstanding array of businesses that fit the bill! On the other hand, there are too many amazing businesses across the destination to acknowledge them all!
Each year the Beautiful South Awards celebrates the cream of the South East’s tourism industry, celebrating the top places to stay, visit and enjoy across the region, awarding Gold, Silver, Bronze and Commended in recognition for the work undertaken over the past year. These awards celebrate the tourism businesses that go that extra mile, creating visitor experiences that customers enjoy time and time again. They celebrate great places to stay with an extra special warm South East welcome and places to eat that champion local producers and seasonal produce. They also honour some of the top events happening within the destination that you just shouldn't miss and those businesses within the industry that are bringing about change in sustainability, inclusivity, staff training and development.
Take a look and discover this years award-winning hotels, top places to visit and events that will be pulling in the visitors for 2023. See what an award-winning destination South East England is. Why not include some of them in your holiday and days out plans, using the list below or at the bottom of the page, you'll find a host of accommodation choices, attractions to visit, places to eat and even to get married in!
Congratulations to all the 2023 award-winners, a massive thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to make the South East an award-winning destination to work in, visit and holiday in.
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Sports Ground
Ascot
Ascot Racecourse is synonymous with quality, excellence and a truly memorable day out. The highlight is Royal Ascot in June with five days of tradition, pageantry and style. Outside of Royal Ascot spectacular racing takes place throughout the year.
Heritage / Visitor Centre
Oxford
For the first time in 1000 years, the secrets of Oxford Castle have been ' unlocked', revealing episodes of violence, executions, great escapes, betrayal and even romance. Visit Oxford Castle and uncover the secrets for yourself.
Self-Catering
Oxford
Greyfriars Hideaway comprises two exclusive 17th Century, private & secure 5 Star Gold luxury self catering properties in the very heart of Oxford just minutes walk from all the tourist attractions.
Civil Licensed Venues
Basingstoke
Oakley Hall offers 47 elegant bedrooms in both the main house and the converted 19th century stable block. Bedrooms have been individually designed and furnished to a very high standard complete with every modern convenience.
Science Centre
Morn Hill, Winchester
Winchester Science Centre is more than a day out. It’s a chance to spark your children’s curiosity in science which could lead them on an exciting journey for life! Situated in the stunning South Downs National Park, this exciting family destination…
Animal Collection / Zoo
Alfriston
Widely known as the best small zoo in Europe, Drusillas Park offers a fun-tastic day out that includes hundreds of exotic animals, from monkeys and meerkats to penguins and pandas.
Tourist Information Centres
Eton's Information Centre can provide you with up to date and relevant information for your stay in Eton and around the surrounding area. Pick up your free Eton walkway brochure and browse our shop for souvenirs.
Animal Collection / Zoo
Andover
The Hawk Conservancy Trust is a full day out for the whole family. Come see our brilliant birds at some of the most spectacular flying displays in the UK, changing with the seasons so you’ll experience something new every time you visit! See up to…
Self-Catering
Burford
Award winning, stylish Cotswold Cottage, exuding old world charm and luxury living. A perfect holiday haven – you’ll never want to leave. Sleeps up to 8; it has two lounges (one with inglenook fireplace), large dining area, kitchen equipped for the
Hotel
Newbury
Just outside Newbury, The Vineyard boasts a cellar of over 30,000 wines from the new and old worlds, as well as the estate wines of owner Sir Peter Michael.
Water Mill
WHITCHURCH
A gem of industrial heritage in beautiful, rural Hampshire, Whitchurch Silk Mill is a 19th century water mill that weaves English silk fabrics using 19th century machinery. The Mill is open to the public and is one of Hampshire's hidden gems.
Farm
MAIDSTONE
History and family fun sit side by side. Explore the Oast House, gardens and period homes whilst children burn off energy in the play areas, take a fun farm ride, or visit the animals in the farmyard.
Museum
Chichester
Come and discover rescued traditional rural buildings set in a beautiful landscape, which tell the stories of the men, women and children who lived and worked in them over a 950-year period.
Tower
Portsmouth
View things differently at the top of Britain’s best viewing tower – the stunning 170 metre tall icon on the South Coast.
Historic House / Palace
Woodstock
Birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill and home to the Duke of Marlborough, Blenheim Palace, one of the finest baroque houses in England, is set in over 2,000 acres of landscaped gardens
Holiday Village
Hayling Island
This well-known, quality resort offers catered Adult Only and Family breaks with a superb range of facilities and services in an attractive and secluded location.
Glamping
Aylesford
Ideally located close to both Maidstone and the Medway Towns our Shepherds Hut,Festival Tent and themed Bell Tents are perfect for short breaks,romantic getaways, or longer self-catering holidays in the Kent countryside.
Gallery
Brighton
Fabrica is a visual arts organisation based in a former Regency church which commissions contemporary visual art installations specific to the building.
Holiday Village
Bembridge
Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park, is perfectly perched next to its own beautiful beach with easy access to everything that makes the Isle of Wight gorgeous.
Conferences & Weddings Conferences Category
Maidenhead
By Train from London Paddington Station to Maidenhead Station. Then 10 minutes’ drive/taxi ride.
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