A RAFT of Somerset businesses have been revealed as finalists in the 2025 Bristol, Bath, Somerset and Gloucestershire Tourism Awards.

Sponsored by St Austell Brewery, the accolades celebrate excellence across hospitality, attractions, events, accommodation and experiences in the region.

The winners will be revealed at a glittering awards ceremony, to be held in Bath on November 20.

Nell Barrington, awards director, said: “What I love most about these awards is that they give tourism businesses the recognition they deserve.

“So many of them work incredibly hard, often with little reward, some are tiny teams or even just one person keeping everything going.

“Despite the challenges the sector continues to face, these businesses have shown excellence, innovation and resilience. I’m thrilled for them all – huge congratulations.”

Kevin Georgel, chief executive officer at headline sponsor St Austell Brewery, added: “A huge congratulations to all of this year’s finalists; we’ve no doubt this will be a proud achievement for each of you.

“As title sponsors, we’re honoured to support these awards and join in celebrating the outstanding achievements across the region. We look forward to raising a glass with everyone at the awards night.”

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The full list of finalists for the 2025 Bristol, Bath, Somerset and Gloucestershire Tourism Awards:

ACCESSIBLE AND INCLUSIVE TOURISM AWARD sponsored by WECIL
Beckford’s Tower and Museum, Bath
Free-Ability Holidays, ‘Sacred Spirit’, Brean
Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm, Wraxall
WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Slimbridge

ACTIVE & LEARNING EXPERIENCE OF THE YEAR
Underground Lantern Tour – Clifton Suspension Bridge Museum, Bristol
Wells & Glastonbury: Sensational Somerset – Galahad Tours, Somerset
Cookery for All – Harts Barn Cookery School, Longhope
Introduction to Bread – The Bertinet Kitchen, Bath
Commended
Highland Cow Experience – Willow Tree Holiday Lets, Mark

AGE FRIENDLY BUSINESS OF THE YEAR sponsored by Age UK Somerset
Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm, Wraxall
The Octagon Theatre & Westlands Entertainment Venue, Yeovil

B&B AND GUESTHOUSE OF THE YEAR
Myrtle Cottage B&B, Porlock
The Kennard Boutique Guesthouse, Bath
The Litton, Radstock

BUSINESS EVENTS VENUE OF THE YEAR sponsored by Agilysys
Harbour Hotel Bristol
Hatherley Manor Hotel and Spa, Gloucester
Wall Eden Farm – Rural Retreat, East Huntspill

CAFÉ/TEAROOM OF THE YEAR
Allerford Tea Room & Gardens, Allerford
Pedalabikeaway Café, Coleford
The Loft at Wells Cathedral, Wells
The Middlewick Farm Shop and Café, Glastonbury
The Purplespoon, Bridgwater

CAMPING & CARAVANNING PARK OF THE YEAR sponsored by Metpow
Bracelands Campsite, Coleford
Cheddar Bridge Touring Park, Cheddar
Knowle Meadow Camping, Ilminster

DOG FRIENDLY BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
Bracelands Campsite, Coleford
Riverside Holiday Village, Bleadon
The Litton, Radstock

GLAMPING BUSINESS OF THE YEAR sponsored by Anytime Booking
Big Skies – Cotswold Glamping, Cheltenham
Flora and Fauna Exmoor, Skilgate
Tractors and Cream, Bridgwater

HOLIDAY PARK OF THE YEAR sponsored by Tozers
Riverside Holiday Village, Bleadon
Sandy Glade Holiday Park, Brean
Wall Eden Farm – Rural Retreat, East Huntspill
Warren Farm Holiday Centre, Brean

HOTEL OF THE YEAR sponsored by Booking.com
Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
The Lido Townhouse, Bristol
The Old Vicarage Hotel and Restaurant, Bridgwater
The Swan Hotel, Wells

INTERNATIONAL TOURISM AWARD sponsored by Bristol Airport
Foot Trails, Frome
Galahad Tours, Somerset
Languages United, Bath
Strictly Jane Austen Tours, Bath
The Roman Baths, Bath

LARGE VISITOR ATTRACTION OF THE YEAR sponsored by Airband
The Roman Baths, Bath
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum – Forestry England, Tetbury
WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Slimbridge
Commended
Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm, Wraxall
Shepton Mallet Prison

NEW TOURISM BUSINESS OF THE YEAR sponsored by Visit West
Flora and Fauna Exmoor, Skilgate
Nuthatch Retreat, Blakeney
Shepherds Huts at The Butchers Arms, Sheepscombe

PUB OF THE YEAR
The Litton, Radstock
The Red Lion Inn, Babcary
The Ring of Bells, Taunton

REGENERATIVE TOURISM AWARD
Flora and Fauna Exmoor, Skilgate
Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm, Wraxall
Nuthatch Retreat, Blakeney
Warren Farm Holiday Centre, Brean

SELF CATERING ACCOMMODATION OF THE YEAR
Free-Ability Holidays – ‘Sacred Spirit’, Brean
Nuthatch Retreat, Blakeney
Walnut Barn Estate, Weston-super-Mare

SMALL VISITOR ATTRACTION OF THE YEAR
American Museum & Gardens, Bath
Beckford’s Tower and Museum, Bath
Corinium Museum, Cirencester
Commended
Imagination Fascination, Weston-super-Mare

SPA & WELLBEING EXPERIENCE OF THE YEAR sponsored by Agilysys
Pure Luxury Spa Experience – Aztec Hotel & Spa, Bristol
Two Hour Spa Session – Thermae Bath Spa, Bath

TOURISM EVENT / FESTIVAL OF THE YEAR
Gaia: Our Home Planet 2024 – Bristol Cathedral, Bristol
Medieval Fayre 2025 – Glastonbury Abbey, Glastonbury
FOD Fest 2024 – Pedalabikeaway, Coleford
Steam Rally 2025 – West Somerset Railway Association

VISITOR INFORMATION SERVICE OF THE YEAR
Bath World Heritage Centre
Cirencester Local Information Centre
Visit Tetbury

WEDDING VENUE OF THE YEAR
Blackfriars Priory, Gloucester
Ellenborough Park Hotel & Spa, Cheltenham
Hatherley Manor Hotel and Spa, Gloucester
The Roman Baths & Pump Room, Bath