Celebrating Our Partners: Award-Winning Destinations from the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025
Celebrating Our Partners: Award-Winning Destinations from the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence
At Ashley & Newey, we pride ourselves on curating unforgettable experiences by working with some of the best destinations across the UK. So, we were thrilled to see several of our featured partners recognised at this year’s VisitEngland Awards for Excellence, held on 6th March. These awards are the gold standard in the tourism industry, celebrating innovation, quality, and outstanding visitor experiences.
Here are a few highlights of the award winning attractions you can experience with us:
Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award – SILVER: Marsham Court Hotel, Dorset
We’ve long admired Marsham Court Hotel for its warm hospitality and commitment to accessibility. This family-run gem in Bournemouth offers thoughtful features like accessible rooms, sensory signage, and a welcoming environment for all guests. It's no surprise to see their efforts recognised with a Silver award!
Explore our Bournemouth tour packages that include Marsham Court Hotel here:
Summer in Bournemouth
Large Visitor Attraction of the Year – GOLD: Black Country Living Museum
Step back in time at this incredible open-air museum in Dudley, West Midlands. With historic buildings, costumed characters, and immersive storytelling, the Black Country Living Museum brings industrial Britain to life like nowhere else. It’s a standout stop on our West Midlands tours and now officially the best large visitor attraction in England!
Discover our tours featuring the Black Country Living Museum here:
Steam Trains, Grand Union Canals and Midland Memories
Severn Valley Railway, Safari and Shire Counties of West midlands
New Tourism Business of the Year – GOLD: Ad Gefrin Distillery, Northumberland
One of our newest partners, Ad Gefrin, has quickly made a name for itself. Nestled in the heart of Northumberland, this Anglo-Saxon museum and whisky distillery is a feast for the senses blending ancient history with modern craftsmanship. A well-deserved Gold for an exciting new destination!
Find out more about our Northumberland tours including Ad Gefrin:
Anglo- Saxon Northumbria & Craigside House
Small Visitor Attraction of the Year – SILVER: King Richard III Visitor Centre
History lovers on our Leicester tours often cite this as a highlight. The King Richard III Visitor Centre tells the gripping story of the last Plantagenet King from battlefield to cathedral. It’s a compact, but powerful museum, and now officially one of the best small attractions in the country.
Join one of our tours featuring the King Richard III Visitor Centre:
Leicestershire, Coventry and Cadbury World
These awards remind us just how lucky we are to work with such exceptional partners. Whether you're planning your next group tour or simply looking for inspiration, these celebrated destinations promise something truly special.
Thinking of booking a tour that includes these award-winners? Click the links within the above text to view full details & book online, or email us at info@ashleynewey.co.uk.
