Basingstoke Attractions Shortlisted for Prestigious Tourism Awards

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Several attractions in and around Basingstoke have been recognized for their exceptional contributions to the region's tourism industry. The Beautiful South Tourism Awards, celebrating excellence across South East England, has shortlisted Let's Glow, The Mutton at Hazeley Heath, and Oakley Hall Hotel for their outstanding achievements. These finalists will compete against other notable attractions and businesses from the region, with the winners to be announced at a ceremony hosted by Heart FM's Toby Anstis on December 9.

Key Takeaways:

  • Let's Glow, a light installation event, is a finalist for the Tourism Event/Festival of the Year award in the 2025 Beautiful South Tourism Awards.
  • The Mutton at Hazeley Heath, a pub in Hook, is a finalist for the Pub of the Year award, competing against other renowned establishments.
  • Oakley Hall Hotel, a country house hotel, is in the running for Commended in the Large Hotel of the Year award.
  • The Beautiful South Tourism Awards celebrate excellence in South East England's visitor economy, with finalists chosen from a range of entries from tourism and hospitality businesses.
  • Finalists will discover whether they have won Gold, Silver, or Bronze at a ceremony on December 9, with some winners eligible to represent the South East at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence next year.
  • Fran Downton, Chief Executive of Tourism South East, acknowledged the dedication and hard work of the finalists, stating, "Their dedication to quality, innovation, and brilliant customer service continues to raise the bar for our region's tourism offer."
  • Awards Director Nell Barrington expressed gratitude for the high calibre of entries, saying, "The calibre and number of entries this year made judging tougher than ever."

Statistics:

  • 5 attractions from the Basingstoke area have been shortlisted for the Beautiful South Tourism Awards.
  • The awards will be held on December 9, hosted by Heart FM's Toby Anstis.
  • 15 businesses are competing in the Tourism Event/Festival of the Year award.
  • The Beautiful South Tourism Awards celebrate excellence in South East England's visitor economy, with over 100 entries from tourism and hospitality businesses.

Sources:

  • Basingstoke Gazette's article on Basingstoke attractions shortlisted for tourism awards.
  • Basingstoke Gazette's article on The Mutton at Hazeley Heath being named as a finalist in the Pub of the Year award.
  • Beautiful South Tourism Awards website.
  • Tourism South East website.
  • VisitEngland Awards for Excellence website.