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Visitengland announces winners of 2023 rose award.

VisitEngland has today Tuesday 5 September announced the 100 winners of this year’s ROSE Award.

The ROSE Awards recognise the accommodation providers across England who give visitors the best customer experience. They celebrate the establishments, irrespective of their star rating, style or type of accommodation, where the owners, management and employees provide world-class service to their visitors.

VisitEngland Advisory Board Member Nadine Thomson said:

“The ROSE Awards celebrate and champion the accommodation businesses across England who go above and beyond in their customer service to guarantee visitors have amazing experiences.

There truly is a place to stay to suit all tastes and budgets in England and these awards also highlight the exceptional variety on offer. From our wonderful English inns and pubs with rooms, to glamping, camping and farm-stays in beautiful countryside and coastal locations. From traditional B&Bs and self-catering cottages to luxury boutique accommodation, there really is something for everyone.” 

The ROSE Award winners were nominated by VisitEngland’s quality scheme assessors and selected from assessor comments and online feedback from overseas and domestic visitors. The award recipients include all types of accommodation from B&Bs/guesthouses, self-catering and hotels to parks, campsites, glamping sites and hostels and cover a range of ratings from three to five stars, as well as accredited properties.

ROSE Award recipients can advertise their accolade as long as they remain within the VisitEngland quality scheme.

The VisitEngland ROSE Awards 2023, now in their seventh year, were presented at an afternoon tea event on Tuesday 5 September at the Great Fosters Hotel in Egham.

See the full list of ROSE Award 2023 winners (PDF, 146.94 KB) .

Tourism is one of England’s largest and most valuable industries, supporting hundreds of thousands of businesses, employing about 2.6 million people and, in 2019, generating £76 billion in domestic visitor spending.

Notes to Editors:

• Find out more about VisitEngland’s Quality Assessment Schemes for accommodation . 
• VisitEngland’s ROSE Awards 2023 annual presentation event took place between 12.00-16.00 on Tuesday 5 September at the Great Fosters Hotel in Egham . 
• Nominations are triggered following the annual VisitEngland quality assessment visit and observations by the assessor, other evidence, including online customer reviews are also taken into account. The final judging panel also looks for innovation that sets the business apart. This includes facilities or services offered to make the customer’s stay really special.
• To see the full list of VisitEngland’s 100 ROSE 2023 winners (PDF, 146.94 KB) .
• To find out how to join VisitEngland’s quality assessment scheme email [email protected] or call our friendly team on 01256 338 350. They will be happy to help.

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VisitEngland announces winners of 2023 ROSE Award

The recipients of the ROSE Award were chosen through a meticulous process led by quality assessors from VisitEngland. Their selections were based on both assessors’ evaluations and online reviews from both international and domestic guests. This approach ensures a comprehensive understanding of performance in the travel and hospitality sector.

VisitEngland has  announced the 100 winners of this year’s ROSE Award . The ROSE Awards recognise the accommodation providers across England who give visitors the best customer experience. They celebrate the establishments, irrespective of their star rating, style or type of accommodation, where the owners, management and employees provide world-class service to their visitors.

VisitEngland Advisory Board Member Nadine Thomson said:  “The ROSE Awards celebrate and champion the accommodation businesses across England who go above and beyond in their customer service to guarantee visitors have amazing experiences.

“There truly is a place to stay to suit all tastes and budgets in England and these awards also highlight the exceptional variety on offer. From our wonderful English inns and pubs with rooms, to glamping, camping and farm-stays in beautiful countryside and coastal locations. From traditional B&Bs and self-catering cottages to luxury boutique accommodation, there really is something for everyone.”

The ROSE Award winners were nominated by VisitEngland’s quality scheme assessors and selected from assessor comments and online feedback from overseas and domestic visitors. The award recipients include all types of accommodation from B&Bs/guesthouses, self-catering and hotels to parks, campsites, glamping sites and hostels and cover a range of ratings from three to five stars, as well as accredited properties.

ROSE Award recipients can advertise their accolade as long as they remain within the VisitEngland quality scheme.

The VisitEngland ROSE Awards 2023, now in their seventh year, were presented at an afternoon tea event on Tuesday 5 September at the Great Fosters Hotel in Egham.

Tourism is one of England’s largest and most valuable industries, supporting hundreds of thousands of businesses, employing about 2.6 million people and, in 2019, generating £76 billion in domestic visitor spending.

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Vicky  is the co-founder of TravelDailyNews Media Network where she is the  Editor-in Chief . She is also responsible for the daily operation and the financial policy. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Tourism Business Administration from the Technical University of Athens and a Master in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Wales.

She has many years of both academic and industrial experience within the travel industry. She has written/edited numerous articles in various tourism magazines.

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Add these award-winning places to your list

It’s summer, and you know what that means – the results of the VisitEngland Awards 2023 are in! Discover who’s made the cut across 14 categories, from pub of the year to best-in-class hotels. It’s time to reveal the winners…

Pub of the Year Award

Buxton, Derbyshire

Gold winner: The Blind Bull

Located in the Peak District National Park near Buxton is The Blind Bull , a welcoming and unpretentious pub set in a 12th-century inn. It has recently undergone an extensive renovation, including a new dining area, tap room, a stand-alone cottage and six luxury bedrooms. Just what you need after hiking the surrounding hills and sampling the pub's hand-made pasta dishes or one of their epic Sunday roasts.

Runners up:   Silver - The Shoe Comforting food, roaring fires during the cold months, views of Old Winchester Hill, great wine, real ales and coffee made using their own Hampshire Pantry coffee beans await you at The Shoe . Located in the Meon Valley and beside the South Down’s Way, enjoy the riverside garden’s relaxing atmosphere and food sourced from local suppliers.

Bronze - The Duncombe Arms Perched on the edge of the Peak Districts, this beautiful 1850s country pub reopened in 2012 after years of standing empty. Following a full-scale renovation by new owners Laura and Johnny Greenall, who added a modern new kitchen and a light-filled dining room to the original, you can savour modern and classic British dining in cosy surroundings.

Self-Catering Accommodation of the Year Award

Morpeth, Northumberland

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Gold winner:  Kidlandlee Holiday Cottages

Fancy an off-grid break that doesn’t scrimp on home comforts and is committed to being green? Kidlandlee is exactly that. The holiday cottages’ remote location in Northumberland National Park makes it the perfect place to escape the rat race and enjoy the great outdoors, including the area’s famous dark skies. Choose from a bespoke cottage, converted barn or historic Georgian townhouse and let your weekend in the wilderness begin. 

Runners up:  Silver -  Dovecote Barns Set within a working farm just south of York is a collection of converted 18th-century holiday homes known as Dovecote Barns . The brainchild of Brigita and Richard Bramley, expect five-star facilities in a peaceful countryside setting that nurtures biodiversity and the local environment. What’s more, you’ll receive a ‘Yorkshire welcome’ basket on arrival, filled with local goodies. Bronze - Eaton Manor Country Estate A 500-acre countryside estate owned by the Madeley family since 1934, this collection of luxury self-catered holiday cottages has been going strong since 2001. Ideal for the whole family (even your canine members!), aspiring archers (there’s a 70m long archery range), yoga enthusiasts and wedding parties, there is something for everybody to enjoy here in the rolling Shropshire hills. 

Bed & Breakfast and Guesthouse of the Year Award

Wimbish, Essex

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Gold winner: Piglets Boutique B&B

Halfway between a hotel and a bed and breakfast, this upmarket rural Essex hideaway  has a bar that most pubs would envy, a gin library, a sauna, a top-notch restaurant and a cold-water swimming pool to blow the cobwebs away in. Hike through the countryside or drive through country lanes to visit pretty villages and historical houses.  Runners up: 

Silver - Cedar Manor This small, family-owned boutique hotel in Windermere is perfect for exploring the Lake District National Park. The hotel’s rooms and luxury suites differ in style and size, with light, airy designs and scenic garden views from the windows.

Bronze - Sunnyside Guest House This sleek townhouse  is located in Southport, close to Royal Birkdale golf course, home of the British Open. With all its food sustainably sourced directly from local farms and suppliers, this guest house prides itself on serving top-notch food.   

Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year Award

Penrith, Cumbria

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Gold winner: The Quiet Site

Welcoming guests since 1963, this zero-waste glamping utopia  is close to Ullswater in the Lake District National Park. The Quiet Site combines the feel of a working farm with luxury touches and accessible facilities to ensure everybody can enjoy some top-notch glamping. And if you want to explore the area, why not visit local attractions such as Aira Force Waterfall and Lowther Castle. Feeling adventurous? Tackle Helvellyn, the third-highest peak in England.  Runners up: 

Silver -  Brook Meadow This 30-year-old family farm  in Northamptonshire has plenty of camping and glamping options, including three luxury lodges, safari tents and vintage caravans. Surrounded by fields and a tranquil five-acre fishing lake, there’s plenty of outdoors to explore here, which is made even more exciting by regular outdoor cinema nights, farm tours and quad bike safaris.

Bronze - Hendra Holiday Park Hendra (the Cornish word for “home farm”) is a five-star, family-friendly camping, caravanning and holiday park  near Newquay on the county’s north coast. And with an indoor water park and rolling coastal paths to explore nearby, Hendra makes an excellent base for a seaside adventure.

Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award

Bristol, Somerset

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Gold winner: Noah's Ark Zoo Farm

Located six miles from Bristol, this award-winning zoo  has taken significant strides to make the venue accessible for all. As part of their long-term Ark for All plan, accessible toilets and changing facilities have been built, a Hearing Induction Loop installed at the Ark Arena, the introduction of a clear and loud PA system, highlighted steps, high-contrast signage and a suggested accessible itinerary to download before you arrive.

Runners up: 

Silver - Brickhouse Farm Holiday Cottages & Lakeside Hub Following an accident where their youngest daughter was left with life-changing injuries, the Rainford family transformed Brickhouse Farm  into a fully accessible home. They later decided to give back to the community that supported them and created a new holiday space catered for disabled people and their families. With fully accessible facilities such as a hydrotherapy pool, a sensory studio, and cosy (not clinical) holiday cottages, you can relax in peaceful lakeside surroundings outside Hambleden in Lancashire. 

Bronze - WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre Known as the UK’s leading wetland conservation charity,  WWT Slimbridge  in Gloucestershire is one of nine wetland centres set up by Sir Peter Scott, a famous conservationist. He believed in conservation for all, and Slimbridge has kept this belief alive by ensuring that all exhibits, pathways and animal hides are accessible to everyone. The centre also has mobility scooters and wheelchairs, which can be booked for use on the day of your visit. 

Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Award

Hope Valley, Derbyshire

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Gear up for an eco-friendly adventure with Pure Outdoor . Based in the Peak District, this outdoor activity centre offers a wealth of experiences from hillwalking and climbing to caving and mountain biking, all in the unrivalled natural surroundings of the Hope Valley. Not only do they strive to cause as little environmental impact as possible, but they also donate to social and environmental causes through their Pure Outdoor Foundation. 

Runners up:

Silver - National Forest EBike Holidays Make the most of the tracks and quiet lanes around the National Forest in Leicestershire on an EBike holiday .  Daily bike trips range from 20 to 30 miles and are designed to leave you plenty of time to stop and explore at your own pace while you take in a relaxing coffee break or pub lunch. Let the onboard GPS be your guide, or break away from the route and do your own exploring – it’s up to you!

Bronze - The Cottages at Blackadon Farm Located in the south of Dartmoor National Park, this recently renovated farm has luxury touches, fast Wi-Fi, and plenty of socialising space for family – your pooch is also welcome to join the fun too! Be sure to say hello to the farm’s miniature donkeys after a hike around the wilds; for beach lovers, the coast is only a few miles away, while the city of Plymouth is just a 20-minute drive. 

Experience of the Year Award

Seahouses, Northumberland

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Gold winner: Grey Seal and Seabird Cruise, Serenity Farne Island Boat Tours

The Serenity boat fleet offers various tours, whether you want to spot sea birds  such as puffins and razorbills in the summer months or see common grey seals during the mating season in autumn. Whichever tour you choose, one thing's for sure; you'll be able to switch off in a dreamy coastal setting surrounded by spectacular wildlife.

Silver - Make Your Own Gin Experience, Shed 1 Gin Distillery When you arrive at Shed 1, you’ll be welcomed with a G&T before the team gives you the lowdown on the gin-making process, including the different botanicals and their properties. After being guided around the five stills, choose from over 40 botanicals to blend your signature gin with. Then it’s time for cake, tea, coffee (and perhaps another G&T) while you watch your gin distil in real-time. Bottoms up!

Bronze - Peak District Walking Experience, myGuidedWalks Head into the wild for a thrilling experience tracking and spotting wild mountain hares in their last natural habitat in England, led by a team of expert guides. It’s perfect for aspiring nature photographers and just one of the experiences offered by myGuidedWalks . For aviation lovers, meander along some of the wildest peaks and learn about how aviation history was influenced by this landscape, including the famous Dambusters of the RAF’s 617 Squadron.

Large Hotel of the Year Award

Liverpool, Merseyside

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Gold winner: Titanic Hotel Liverpool

This elegant four-star hotel is set within one of the city’s most iconic areas, Stanley Dock.  The Titanic stays true to the architecture of the original Victorian warehouse, with exposed brickwork, steel columns and original windows. Underground, you’ll find the serene Maya Blue Wellness sanctuary, where you can unwind in the hydrotherapy pool, steam room and sauna, then use the foot bath to soothe tired feet after a day of sightseeing or an evening of dancing. It is Liverpool, after all!

Silver - Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort  Nestled in the heart of Wiltshire, this four-star golfing and spa resort is different in that it welcomes little ones. The kids can play in a beautiful and safe environment, whether on the three-hole academy gold course for beginners or the pirate ship-themed adventure playgrounds. You’ll also get complimentary access to Bowood House and the gardens designed by Capability Brown.  

Bronze - Rockliffe Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort Rockliffe  Hall prides itself on being "big on both space and luxury". Whether you're looking for a romantic weekend away, to celebrate a special occasion with friends, or to bring the whole family together, choose from the range of suites, apartments, a lodge and even holiday houses. Explore the on-site golf course, the wellness spa and treat yourself to delicious meals at one of the three restaurants on the estate.  

Large Visitor Attraction of the Year Award

Watford, Hertfordshire

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Gold winner: Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter

What would you do with a treasure trove of thousands of beloved and beautifully made film props from the UK’s most famous film franchise? Well, the geniuses at Warner Brothers decided to preserve the legacy of Harry Potter for the public, allowing you to discover the magic behind the making of the movies . Miniature film sets, “wand magic classes”, and special exhibitions like the popular Dark Arts season all combine for a must-see experience for Potterheads of all ages. 

Silver - Blenheim Palace The birthplace and childhood home of Winston Churchill, the wonderfully baroque Blenheim Palace  was granted World Heritage Status in 1987 and continues to host historically important exhibitions, food festivals and a calendar of family-friendly events. Enjoy strolls through the many ornate gardens, get lost inside a vast maze, and enjoy a leisurely lunch or afternoon tea at one of the seven eateries. 

Bronze - International Bomber Command Centre Lincoln’s International Bomber Command Centre (IBCC) recognises the service and sacrifices of the men and women who served here from 62 countries during World War Two. It serves as a point for recognition, remembrance and reconciliation for its servicemen and women, which suffered the highest losses of any unit during WWII but have long struggled for recognition. Opened in 2018, this part-museum part-memorial provides an opportunity for education for today’s and future generations. 

New Tourism Business of the Year Award

Saxmundham, Suffolk

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Gold winner: Thorington Theatre

Built in a bomb crater left behind from WWII, this outdoor amphitheatre opened in 2021 and stages everything from family-friendly plays to Shakespeare, Greek classics and live music. Seating 350 people, there’s also a snack and drinks kiosk, wheelchair access, free parking and a picnic area to enjoy before your show starts.  

Silver winner - Bassenthwaite Lake Station Situated opposite the Dubwath Silver Meadows nature reserve, Bassenthwaite Lake Station  is a café in a lovingly restored railway station with a full-size replica Orient Express steam train stationed outside. Take part in murder mystery evenings, venture out on a foraging workshop and grab a bite to eat in the ticket office or on the pretty platform decorated with flowers. Alternatively, enjoy afternoon tea on the train itself.

Bronze - Great British Car Journey

Buckle up for a journey through automotive history starting in the 1920s; This interactive exhibition features over 130 classic cars and takes you through the golden ages of British car design and manufacturing. Swot up on iconic motors such as the Austin Seven, Morris Minor, classic Mini and Ford Escort (to name just a few). Petrolheads can also book a driving experience at the same site, and caffeine heads can refuel (pun intended) at the Refilling Station Café.

Resilience and Innovation Award

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Gold winner: St Luke's Bombed Out Church

Once a haunting wreck following the Liverpool Blitz of May 1941, the Grade-II listed St Luke’s Bombed Out Church is now a beacon of community, arts and culture. Following thousands of hours by local volunteers, St Luke’s was rescued from dereliction with a sympathetic restoration and reopened to the public in 2007. It regularly provides a Gothic backdrop to theatre, dance, classical and world music, visual art, cinema, and spoken word events.  

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Silver - Langley Castle Hotel Have a medieval sleepover in a castle built in 1350. Langley Castle  is one of a few fortified castle hotels in the country where you can eat and stay in authentic historical surroundings. If you are keen on a spot of stargazing, take one of the organised midnight coach trips to Kielder Observatory in the heart of Kielder Forest – a designated Dark Sky zone. 

Bronze - Healing Manor Hotel  Like many hotels during COVID, Healing Manor  faced the challenges of staying afloat; however, this establishment not only started a successful takeaway business, it also used its long-standing partnerships with local suppliers to support the local homeless community and still does. It also provides free milk and bread to those in need and prides itself on supporting staff’s wellbeing.

Small Hotel of the Year Award

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Gold winner: Askham Hall

Stay at Askham Hall  in the Lake District National Park, and you’ll travel through the ages in just a few days. The hall dates back to 1280, and was used as a fortress. It later underwent extensive renovations by the 6th Earl of Lonsdale in the 1930s before gaining a glowing reputation as a “great party house”. In fact, it was favoured by Prince Phillip when he established his famous annual carriage driving event in the 1960s. 

Silver - The Pig-at Combe Secluded within 3,500 acres of the Devonshire countryside is The Pig , a honey-coloured Elizabethan bolthole where roll-top baths and modern four-poster beds come as standard. The hotel’s restaurant is famed for its “25-mile menu”, with all ingredients sourced within a 25-mile radius of the hotel. Be sure to book a table – it’s the perfect way to treat yourself after a day exploring the East Devon coastline, which is just 15 minutes away. 

Bronze - Wildhive Callow Hall Wildhive Callow Hall, a Victorian country house , is tucked away in 35 acres of gardens, wild meadow and woodland. Located at the edge of the Peak District, the house features 15 tastefully designed bedrooms, two family-sized treehouses, and 11 woodland ‘Hives’ for couples. The Garden Room restaurant serves fresh and seasonal food, while the converted Coach House offers well-being experiences such as stationary cycling, yoga classes and sound healing.  

Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Award

Watlington, Norfolk

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Gold winner: Watatunga Wildlife Reserve

Yes, you read that correctly – Watatunga is a bona fide wildlife reserve  with freely roaming deer and antelope (no dangerous lions or hippos, phew!) two miles from the village of Watlington. Along with guided buggy tours, you can get closer to nature by staying at one of three on-site cottages. Or, if you are a budding photographer, opt for a wildlife photography class. 

Silver - Muncaster Castle, Gardens and Hawk & Owl Centre The dramatic backdrop of Muncaster Castle  is home to the Hawk & Owl Centre, where you can admire birds of prey up close and learn more about their fascinating behaviours from an expert bird team. The Lawned Owl Garden is home to various aviaries and mews, and the adjacent Old Rose Garden is where you’ll find the flying arena. The centre is open daily from Easter to early November and at selected weekends during winter and early spring.  

Bronze - PK Porthcurno How did a tranquil valley in Cornwall become home to cutting-edge telecommunications in Victorian times? Porthcurno  (‘PK’ as it’s known in telegraphic code) owes its unique heritage to the arrival of the first undersea telegraph cable in 1870. The museum features interactive exhibits and historical artefacts that chart the evolution of communications, from the first telegraph to the arrival of the internet. A must-see for tech nerds and history buffs of all ages. 

Taste of England Award

Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire

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Gold winner: Pensons Restaurant at the Netherwood Estate

This sun-drenched Michelin-starred restaurant  in Worcestershire is committed to finding sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions to serving delicious food. While waiting for your food, you can peek into the open-plan kitchen to see the chefs hard at work. The a la carte and tasting menus change weekly and sometimes even daily, depending on the fresh ingredients available. And if you fancy making a break of it, you can book one of the two cosy rooms across the courtyard and enjoy dinner, bed and breakfast!

Update (November 2023): Pensons Restaurant will close permanently following dinner service on 22 December 2023.

Silver - The Unruly Pig  Frequently topping food and drink lists, The Unruly Pig in Woodbridge, Suffolk is run by joint head chefs Dave Wall and Karl Green. They have coined their food influence as “Britalian” and use fresh, local (wherever possible), seasonal ingredients cooked with an Italian twist.

Bronze - The Glasshouse Restaurant This double AA Rosette-winning eatery on the grounds of Oakley Hall Park near Basingstoke follows a ‘field to fork’ philosophy focusing on using local produce sourced from within a 50-mile radius. A member of the Hampshire Fare initiative, the team tracks ingredients from neighbouring Hampshire suppliers, brings local communities together, and makes good use of the expansive kitchen garden.

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VisitEngland announces winners of 2023 ROSE Award

VisitEngland has today Tuesday 5 September announced the 100 winners of this year’s ROSE Award.

The ROSE Awards recognise the accommodation providers across England who give visitors the best customer experience. They celebrate the establishments, irrespective of their star rating, style or type of accommodation, where the owners, management and employees provide world-class service to their visitors.

VisitEngland Advisory Board Member Nadine Thomson said:

“The ROSE Awards celebrate and champion the accommodation businesses across England who go above and beyond in their customer service to guarantee visitors have amazing experiences. “There is a place to stay to suit all tastes and budgets in England, and these awards also highlight the exceptional variety on offer. From our excellent English inns and pubs with rooms to glamping, camping, and farm stays in beautiful countryside and coastal locations. From traditional B&Bs and self-catering cottages to luxury boutique accommodation, there is something for everyone.”

The ROSE Award winners were nominated by VisitEngland’s quality scheme assessors and selected from assessor comments and online feedback from overseas and domestic visitors. The award recipients include all types of accommodation from B&Bs/guesthouses, self-catering and hotels to parks, campsites, glamping sites and hostels and cover a range of ratings from three to five stars and accredited properties.

ROSE Award recipients can advertise their accolade if they remain within the VisitEngland quality scheme. The VisitEngland ROSE Awards 2023, now in their seventh year, were presented at an afternoon tea event on Tuesday, 5 September, at the Great Fosters Hotel in Egham.

See the full list of ROSE Award 2023 winners here :- https://www.visitbritain.org/sites/default/files/vb-corporate/business-hub/resources/visitengland_rose_award_2023_winners.pdf

Tourism is one of England’s largest and most valuable industries, supporting hundreds of thousands of businesses, employing about 2.6 million people and, in 2019, generating £76 billion in domestic visitor spending.

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Lancashire winners amongst Visit England 2023 ROSE Awards

VisitEngland has today Tuesday 5 September announced the 100 winners of this year’s ROSE Award.

The ROSE Awards recognise the accommodation providers across England who give visitors the best customer experience. They celebrate the establishments, irrespective of their star rating, style or type of accommodation, where the owners, management and employees provide world-class service to their visitors.

VisitEngland Advisory Board Member Nadine Thomson said: “The ROSE Awards celebrate and champion the accommodation businesses across England who go above and beyond in their customer service to guarantee visitors have amazing experiences.

“There truly is a place to stay to suit all tastes and budgets in England and these awards also highlight the exceptional variety on offer. From our wonderful English inns and pubs with rooms, to glamping, camping and farm-stays in beautiful countryside and coastal locations. From traditional B&Bs and self-catering cottages to luxury boutique accommodation, there really is something for everyone.”

The ROSE Award winners were nominated by VisitEngland’s quality scheme assessors and selected from assessor comments and online feedback from overseas and domestic visitors. The award recipients include all types of accommodation from B&Bs/guesthouses, self-catering and hotels to parks, campsites, glamping sites and hostels and cover a range of ratings from three to five stars, as well as accredited properties.

ROSE Award recipients can advertise their accolade as long as they remain within the VisitEngland quality scheme.

The VisitEngland ROSE Awards 2023, now in their seventh year, were presented at an afternoon tea event on Tuesday 5 September at the Great Fosters Hotel in Egham.

See the full list of ROSE Award 2023 winners here

Including Visit Lancashire Partners: Longlands Country Inn , Coast Apartments and Quite Simply French .

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See the 16 winners across North Yorkshire at VisitEngland ROSE Awards 2023

There are 16 holiday homes in North Yorkshire that have been crowned winners at the VisitEngland ROSE Awards 2023.

In total, there were 100 venues that received such impressive titles throughout the country.

Hedgehog at Studford Luxury Lodges in York and Doodale Cottage in Malton were just a few of the names listed across the region.

The ROSE Awards which are now in their seventh year, recognise the accommodation providers across England who give visitors the best customer experience.

They celebrate the establishments, irrespective of their star rating, style or type of accommodation, where the owners, management and employees provide world-class service to their visitors.

North Yorkshire winners at VisitEngland ROSE Awards 2023– who are they?

This year, there were 16 locations in North Yorkshire to win at the VisitEngland ROSE Awards.

As well as places in Malton and York; Pickering, Scarborough, Whitby, Harrogate and Helmsley are also featured – the full list is below:

• Ashcroft, Wraycroft Cottages, Richmond (self-catering)
• Cote Ghyll Caravan & Camping, Northallerton (holiday park)
• Doodale Cottage, Malton (self-catering)
• Flag Cottage, Leyburn (self-catering)
• Hedgehog at Studford Luxury Lodges, York (self-catering)
• Holme View, Lundholme Farm Cottages, Ingleton (self-catering)
• Laura's Cottage, Pickering (self-catering)
• Newfield Hall, Skipton (guest accommodation)
• Penthouse 501, The Sands, Scarborough (self-catering)
• Riviera Town House, Scarborough (guest accommodation)
• The Dairy, Cottage in the Dales, Leyburn (self-catering)
• The Leeway, Whitby (guest accommodation)
• The Old Vicarage, Leyburn (guest accommodation)
• Tryst Cottage Ingleton, Ingleton (self-catering)
• Warren Forest Park, Harrogate (holiday park)
• YHA Helmsley, Helmsley (hostel)

On Tripadvisor , the holiday accommodation sites have also been highly recommended.

Hedgehog at Studford Luxury Lodges in York has a current rating of 5/5.

One visitor said: “I went along with my wife, 2 sons, daughter in law and grand daughter. This is a fantastic place. With only 6 lodges no one is overlooked and you are surrounded by trees with a grassed area at the front. Everything is all in very good taste right down to the crockery.

“With a Sauna, hot tub and lovely out door seating area you don't need more. All 3 bedroom have their own on suite. We stopped in lodge 2 Hedgehog, but they all looked great. No need to go anywhere else. All rooms and lounge had flat screen TV. The lounge TV is massive.”

Meanwhile, Doodale Cottage in Malton has a full 5/5 rating on Tripadvisor .

This person commented: “What a beautiful place to stay. Spacious, spotlessly clean and so well equipped. We were made so welcome by Sally & Roger and everything was perfect. Being taken to meet the other ‘residents’ at the farm was an added bonus: the Highland cattle were very welcoming!”

The ROSE Award winners were nominated by VisitEngland’s quality scheme assessors and selected from assessor comments and online feedback from overseas and domestic visitors.

The award recipients include all types of accommodation from B&Bs, guesthouses and self-catering to parks, campsites, glamping sites and hostels.

They cover a range of ratings from three to five stars, as well as accredited properties.

VisitEngland advisory board member Nadine Thomson said: “The ROSE Awards celebrate and champion the accommodation businesses across England who go above and beyond in their customer service to guarantee visitors have amazing experiences.

“There truly is a place to stay to suit all tastes and budgets in England and these awards also highlight the exceptional variety on offer.

“From our wonderful English inns and pubs with rooms, to glamping, camping and farm-stays in beautiful countryside and coastal locations. From traditional B&Bs and self-catering cottages to luxury boutique accommodation, there really is something for everyone.”

See the full list of VisitEngland’s 100 ROSE 2023 winners on the VisitEngland website.

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VisitEngland Announces Winners Of 2023 ROSE Award

VisitEngland has announced the 100 winners of this year’s ROSE Award.

The ROSE Awards recognise the accommodation providers across England who give visitors the best customer experience.

They celebrate the establishments, irrespective of their star rating, style, or type of accommodation, where the owners, management, and employees provide world-class service to their visitors.

The ROSE Award winners were nominated by VisitEngland’s quality scheme assessors and selected from assessor comments and online feedback from overseas and domestic visitors.

The award recipients include all types of accommodation from B&Bs/guesthouses, self-catering and hotels to parks, campsites, glamping sites, and hostels and cover a range of ratings from three to five stars, as well as accredited properties.

ROSE Award recipients can advertise their accolade as long as they remain within the VisitEngland quality scheme.

The VisitEngland ROSE Awards 2023, now in their seventh year, were presented at an afternoon tea event on Tuesday 5 September at the Great Fosters Hotel in Egham.

See the full list of ROSE Award 2023 winners: https://www.visitbritain.org/sites/default/files/vb-corporate/business-hub/resources/visitengland_rose_award_2023_winners.pdf

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Rose Award 2023 Winner

Visit England Rose Award 2023 

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that we have won a much coveted Visit England Rose Award for 2023.

We have always been very proud that our cottage has been rated as a 4 star gold award through Visit England’s quality assessment and star grading system.  The Rose Award 2023 was an incredible surprise!    

ROSE Awards – which stand for ‘Recognition of Service Excellence’ are judged by assessors at Visit England and aim to recognise accommodation across England who provide the best service and welcome. Only 100 ROSE awards are presented every year and we are delighted that Derwent View Cottage in Northumberland has been chosen.

As owners of Derwent View Cottage, my husband John and I are overjoyed; our dream was to make a countryside getaway that we’d love and want to stay at and we’re so happy this award shows we’ve done just that.  I’ve taken much joy in creating a warm welcome for our guests, as well as sharing the incredible attractions of the North East region with them. It’s about creating memorable experiences and showcasing the best of our area.

Derwent View cottage is a one bedroom, self catering cottage in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Northumberland and County Durham border. With stunning views of farming and the North Pennine fell land, it’s an ideal treat for a single person or couple wishing to enjoy the unspoilt Northumberland Countryside, whilst being within easy reach of local attractions such as Hadrian’s Wall, Newcastle and Durham.  

For more information about the Rose Award Winners, please see the Visit England Website announcement  –  https://www.visitbritain.org/visitengland-announces-winners-2023-rose-award   

Derwent View COttage

Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the North Pennines, this one bedroom self catering holiday cottage has stunning views of rolling countryside whilst being in easy reach of major local attractions.

Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the North Pennines, this cosy , one-bedroom self-catering holiday cottage has stunning views of farming and North Pennine fell land.

An ideal cottage retreat for a single person or couple wishing to enjoy the unspolit Northumberland countryside 

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VisitEngland Accolades

For those who go the extra mile for their guests and visitors

The accolades

Gold and Silver Awards VisitEngland’s Gold and Silver Awards celebrate accommodation establishments that outperform in their category, offering exceptional quality within their star rating. The awards help guests find special places where hosts go the extra mile, whatever the size, style or star rating of the accommodation.

Our assessors make recommendations for Gold and Silver Awards based on their annual assessments. They’ll look at quality in all areas, especially housekeeping, service and hospitality, bedrooms, bathrooms and food (if provided). While star ratings are based on a combination of quality, range of facilities and level of service offered, Gold and Silver award are based solely on quality. Businesses must maintain the necessary scores for a Gold or Silver Award each year.

Gold Awards are available to participants in the Hotel, Bed and Breakfast, Self-catering (3* to 5*), Serviced Apartment, Glamping and Holiday Park (4* to 5*) schemes. Businesses nominated for a Gold Award may receive a second ‘mystery visit’ by an area manager before the award is confirmed. Silver Awards are available to participants in the Guest Accommodation and Hotel schemes.

Breakfast Award As part of their annual assessment of Hotels and Bed and Breakfast businesses, assessors will sample the breakfast, looking at the choice and range of dishes offered, presentation and culinary skills, quality of ingredients and produce, and breakfast service and hospitality. Those with exceptionally high scores will qualify for a VisitEngland Breakfast Award. Businesses must maintain the necessary scores for a Breakfast Award each year.

The small print Written assessment reports show the scores received in all areas, so owners can see how close they are to achieving an award and may ask for advice about how to improve.

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ROSE Awards

Our  ROSE (Recognition Of Service Excellence) Awards recognise accommodation businesses who truly go the extra mile for their guests.

Designed to showcase those establishments that provide the warmest of welcomes, the 100 annual recipients include accommodation businesses where the owners, managers and staff really know how to delight their customers, irrespective of their star rating, style or type of accommodation.

The 2023 winners were announced on 5 September 2023 at a special event at Great Fosters Hotel in Egham.

About the ROSE Awards

• Nominations are triggered following annual quality assessment visits, but other evidence, including online customer reviews are taken into account. The final judging panel also looks for innovation that sets the business apart. This includes facilities or services offered to make the customer’s stay really special.
• Each year we will announce another 100 recipients.
• Recipients can advertise their accolade as long as they remain in our quality scheme.

First introduced in 2014, VisitEngland Accolades are given to those businesses in our quality schemes which have gone the extra mile in providing a quality visitor experience. To receive an Accolade businesses must be a member of our Visitor Attraction Quality Scheme and nominated by a VisitEngland assessor.

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VisitEngland announces winners of 2023 ROSE Award

VisitEngland has today Tuesday 5 September announced the 100 winners of this year’s ROSE Award.

The ROSE Awards recognise the accommodation providers across England who give visitors the best customer experience. They celebrate the establishments, irrespective of their star rating, style or type of accommodation, where the owners, management and employees provide world-class service to their visitors.

VisitEngland Advisory Board Member Nadine Thomson said:

“The ROSE Awards celebrate and champion the accommodation businesses across England who go above and beyond in their customer service to guarantee visitors have amazing experiences.

“There truly is a place to stay to suit all tastes and budgets in England and these awards also highlight the exceptional variety on offer. From our wonderful English inns and pubs with rooms, to glamping, camping and farm-stays in beautiful countryside and coastal locations. From traditional B&Bs and self-catering cottages to luxury boutique accommodation, there really is something for everyone.”

The ROSE Award winners were nominated by VisitEngland’s quality scheme assessors and selected from assessor comments and online feedback from overseas and domestic visitors. The award recipients include all types of accommodation from B&Bs/guesthouses, self-catering and hotels to parks, campsites, glamping sites and hostels and cover a range of ratings from three to five stars, as well as accredited properties.

ROSE Award recipients can advertise their accolade as long as they remain within the VisitEngland quality scheme.

The VisitEngland ROSE Awards 2023, now in their seventh year, were presented at an afternoon tea event on Tuesday 5 September at the Great Fosters Hotel in Egham.

See the full list of ROSE Award 2023 winners: https://www.visitbritain.org/sites/default/files/vb-corporate/business-hub/resources/visitengland_rose_award_2023_winners.pdf

Tourism is one of England’s largest and most valuable industries, supporting hundreds of thousands of businesses, employing about 2.6 million people and, in 2019, generating £76 billion in domestic visitor spending.

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Doncaster based accommodation provider secures Visit England ROSE award

VisitEngland announces winners of 2023 ROSE Award

VisitEngland has today Tuesday 5 September announced the 100 winners of this year’s ROSE Award. The ROSE Awards recognise the accommodation providers across England who give visitors the best customer experience. They celebrate the establishments, irrespective of their star rating, style or type of accommodation, where the owners, management and employees provide world-class service to their visitors. VisitEngland Advisory Board Member Nadine Thomson said:

“The ROSE Awards celebrate and champion the accommodation businesses across England who go above and beyond in their customer service to guarantee visitors have amazing experiences. "There truly is a place to stay to suit all tastes and budgets in England and these awards also highlight the exceptional variety on offer. From our wonderful English inns and pubs with rooms, to glamping, camping and farm-stays in beautiful countryside and coastal locations. From traditional B&Bs and self-catering cottages to luxury boutique accommodation, there really is something for everyone.” The ROSE Award winners were nominated by VisitEngland’s quality scheme assessors and selected from assessor comments and online feedback from overseas and domestic visitors. The award recipients include all types of accommodation from B&Bs/guesthouses, self-catering and hotels to parks, campsites, glamping sites and hostels and cover a range of ratings from three to five stars, as well as accredited properties. ROSE Award recipients can advertise their accolade as long as they remain within the VisitEngland quality scheme. The VisitEngland ROSE Awards 2023, now in their seventh year, were presented at an afternoon tea event on Tuesday 5 September at the Great Fosters Hotel in Egham. See the full list of ROSE Award 2023 winners: https://www.visitbritain.org/sites/default/files/vb-corporate/business-hub/resources/visitengland_rose_award_2023_winners.pdf Tourism is one of England’s largest and most valuable industries, supporting hundreds of thousands of businesses, employing about 2.6 million people and, in 2019, generating £76 billion in domestic visitor spending.

Congratulation to  Home Farm and Lodge on this amazing win from the team at Visit Doncaster!

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