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Welcome to the Visit York Tourism Awards 2025


Now in its 27th year, the Visit York Tourism Awards celebrate excellence in the tourism industry, highlighting businesses and individuals who offer outstanding service, innovation and a warm welcome to York's 8.9 million visitors each year.  

It’s a spectacular evening of recognition for those working in the tourism sector and provides the opportunity to network with guests across the industry, including hoteliers, attractions, retailers and key players in the tourism industry in York. 

Taking place at York Racecourse on Thursday 20th March 2025 the event includes some great entertainment and the chance to enjoy a delicious three course meal, with winners and finalists announced at a Black Tie awards ceremony held in the Voltigeur Suite.    

 

To apply today, select a category below to submit an application:

Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award

B&B and Guest House of the Year

Best of York Award (Visit York category only)

Camping, Glamping, Holiday Park and Self-Catering Accommodation of the Year

Ethical, Responsible & Sustainable Tourism Award 

Event, Festival or Cultural Experience of the Year (Visit York category only)

Experience of the Year

Independent Business of the Year (Visit York category only)

Large Hotel of the Year

Small Hotel of the Year

New Tourism Business Award

Pub of the Year

Retailer of the Year (Visit York category only)

Taste of England

Large Visitor Attraction of the Year

Small Visitor Attraction of the Year