Lancashire Finalists in Northwest Awards

20 September 2010

England’s Northwest Tourism Awards announce this year’s Lancashire finalists

The entries have been received, the judging has commenced and the excitement is building for the finalists at the seventh annual England’s Northwest Tourism Awards.

Organised by the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA), the 2010 England’s Northwest Tourism Awards will once again celebrate the best of the region’s tourism, providing a showcase for industry best-practice and top-quality tourism businesses in Lancashire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire.

This year’s event will take place on Wednesday 29th September at The PointLancashire County Cricket Club’s stunning new £12m conference and events centre.

Many of the finalists have already come out on top at the Lancashire & Blackpool Tourism Awards and will now be competing at a regional level for the title of the best in the Northwest.

In addition to receiving a prestigious title and trophy, regional winners will also have the opportunity to represent the Northwest in the national awards, organised by VisitEngland in 2011.

Last year, representatives from England’s Northwest won three awards at the Enjoy England Awards for Excellence including Blackpool Illuminations, who were awarded Event of the Year.

Felicity Goodey, Chair of Tourism England’s Northwest, said:

“It is important we celebrate the enormous amount of progress Northwest tourism has made in the past decade, and it is essential we recognise the continuous hard work of all those who contribute to the industry.

“In these difficult economic times, the visitor economy is a shining light of opportunity. Forecasts show that the sector can continue to grow, securing jobs for local people, improving facilities for both residents and visitors, and enhancing our quality of life which leads to more inward investment. Tourism really is a ‘win win’ sector – we need to make sure that everyone knows.

“I would like to be the first to congratulate all of this year’s finalists, who have been able to demonstrate a quality visitor experience that sets the standards for others to follow.”

Nick Brooks-Sykes, Director of Tourism at the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) said:

“Tourism is worth over £14 million to the regional economy, employing over 200,000 people. It continues to be a real good news story for England’s Northwest. Our regional Tourism Awards showcase a vast mix of tourism products and experiences, celebrating the best of the best, value for money, attention to detail and a quality visitor experience.”

Mike Wilkinson, Chief Executive of Lancashire and Blackpool Tourist Board added: “We wish the very best of luck to the shortlisted businesses form Lancashire and Blackpool as they seek to challenge for regional honours.  This year, perhaps more than ever, we know that the benefits from winning can boost business fortunes and already our local winners have demonstrated their ability to move forward, innovate and constantly improve in all that they offer to visitors.”

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Notes to Editors

Finalists in the England’s Northwest Tourism Awards are winners from each of the sub-regional tourism awards.

England’s Northwest Tourism Awards finalists:

Large Hotel

Best Western Premier Leyland Hotel, Lancashire  

Best Western Premier Queen Hotel, Cheshire 

The Radisson Edwardian Hotel, Manchester  

Armathwaite Hall Country House Hotel and Spa, Cumbria  

Hope Street Hotel, Merseyside  

Small Hotel

The Midland Hotel, Lancashire  

The Alexandra Court Hotel and Restaurant, Cheshire  

Overwater Hall, Cumbria  

Velvet Hotel, Manchester  

Bed & Breakfast

Number One, South Beach, Lancashire

Harrop Fold Farm, Cheshire  

Cherry Clough Farmhouse Accommodation, Manchester  

Number 43, Cumbria  

Knowsley Hall, Merseyside  

Large Visitor Attraction

Blackpool Zoo, Lancashire  

Tatton Park, Cheshire  

Manchester Art Gallery, Manchester  

The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, Bowness on Windermere Cumbria 

The Beatles Story, Merseyside

 

Small Visitor Attraction

Clitheroe Castle and Museum, Lancashire  

Chester Heritage Tours, Cheshire  

Stockport Airraid Shelters, Manchester  

The Lake District Coast Aquarium, Cumbria  

Acorn Farm, Merseyside  

 

Self Catering

The Old Shippon at Mellor, Lancashire  

The Courtyard Helsby, Cheshire 

The Atrium by Bridgestreet Worldwide, Manchester  

Tottergill Farm Cottages, Cumbria  

Herons Well, Merseyside  

 

Holiday Park

Newton Hall Holiday Centre, Lancashire  

Skelwith Fold Caravan Park, Cumbria  

Woodclose Park, Cumbria

Manor Wood Country Caravan Park, Cheshire

 

Business Tourism

Stanley House Hotel, Lancashire

Carden Park Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa, Cheshire  

Manchester Central Convention Complex, Manchester  

North Lakes Hotel, Cumbria  

Conference Centre at LACE, Merseyside  

 

Taste of England’s Northwest

The Highwayman, Lancashire  

1539 Restaurant and Bar, Cheshire  

The River Bar and Restaurant at the Lowry Hotel, Manchester  

The Cottage in the Wood, Cumbria  

60 Hope Street, Merseyside  

 

Tourism Experience

Go Ape! Rivington, Lancashire  

Shark Dives at Blue Planet Aquarium, Cheshire  

Angels of Anarchy – Manchester Art Gallery, Manchester  

Cumbrian Heavy Horses, Cumbria  

Liverpool ONE, Merseyside  

 

Customer Service

Sandcastle Waterpark Team, Lancashire  

The Alvanley Arms Inn, Cheshire  

Roland Hoffman – The Lowry Hotel, Manchester  

Alan Gillon – The Beacon, Whitehaven, Cumbria  

Formby Hall Golf Resort and Spa, Merseyside

Sustainable Tourism Award

Clough Bottom Farm Cottages, Lancashire  

Chester Zoo, Cheshire  

Manchester International Festival, Manchester

Elder Grove, Cumbria  

Jurys Inn Liverpool, Merseyside  

 

Tourism for All

Mytton Fold Hotel and Golf Complex, Lancashire  

Anderton Boat Lift, Cheshire  

Chill Factore, Manchester 

The Beacon, Whitehaven, Cumbria  

 

Tourism Event

1940s Wartime Weekend, East Lancashire Railway, Lancashire  

Cholmondeley Pageant of Power, Cheshire

Manchester International Festival, Manchester

Great North Swim, Cumbria  

A Winter’s Trail, Merseyside  

 

Public Space Award

Workington Town Centre, Cumbria  

Lime Street Gateway, Merseyside

Towneley Heritage Parkland Restoration, Lancashire

Dream, Merseyside 

Chester Renaissance, Cheshire 

 

Tourist Information Centre  

Morecambe Visitor Information Centre, Lancashire  

Preston Tourist Information Centre, Lancashire  

Rochdale Tourist Information Centre, Manchester  

Liverpool John Lennon Airport Information Desk, Merseyside  

Kendal Tourist Information Centre, Cumbria  

Appleby Tourist Information Centre, Cumbria  

For further information please contact Shelley Tattersall on 01925 400256 or mobile 07764 239856 or [email protected]

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The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) works to deliver economic success in England’s Northwest by building the competitiveness of its businesses, people and places. Utilising our technical expertise and strategic influence, we help the region’s 250,000+ businesses to develop and grow, as well as supporting international trade and encouraging inward investment.  For further information please visit www.nwda.co.uk 

 

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