Finalists announced for prestigious 2021/22 Beautiful South Awards

Following such a challenging year for tourism and hospitality business Tourism South East is delighted to announce the finalists in this years Beautiful South Awards.
The entrants were shortlisted from their entry forms and though an independent judging process, adapted to accommodate the restrictions to the industry.
Tourism South East is pleased to reveal 53 finalists, with 13 businesses also recognised with commended certificates. Finalists will learn whether they are celebrating a gold, silver, bronze award at the Awards event taking place at The Grand Brighton on the 25 April 2022.
Fran Downton, Chief Executive of Tourism South East, said “The Beautiful South Awards is a fantastic opportunity for us to showcase the very best that the region has to offer. The strength of our finalists is testament to the incredible standards and unwavering quality of these exceptional businesses, despite the challenges. I wish them all the very best of luck”.
General Manager of The Grand Brighton, Andrew Mosley said: “We are thrilled to be a part of the Beautiful South awards for the fourth year running, especially as we can gather together for a proper celebration this April! It’s an occasion that we always look forward to as we recognise the inspirational individuals and exceptional hospitality businesses that we have on our doorstep here in the stunning South East. Best of luck to everyone and we very much look forward to seeing you!”
For further information about all the finalists visit http://www.beautifulsouthawards.co.uk
Isle of Wight business include:
DOG FRIENDLY BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
Commended
- Haviland Cottage, Ventnor
ETHICAL, RESPONSIBLE & SUSTAINABLE TOURISM AWARD, sponsored by Quality in Tourism
Finalists
- Chichester Festival Theatre, Chichester
- Stubcroft Farm Campsite, Chichester
- Wightlink, Portsmouth
- Yellowave Beach Sports Venue, Brighton
GLAMPING BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
Finalists
- Glamping@Rankins Farm
- Kits Coty Glamping, Aylesford
- Tom’s Eco Lodge at Tapnell Farm, Yarmouth
Commended
- Sibbecks Farm Glamping, Whitwell
RESILIENCE AND INNOVATION AWARD, sponsored by VisitBrighton
Finalists
- Balmer Lawn, Brockenhurst
- Holiday Inn Winchester
- Hovertravel, Ryde
Commended
- Shorefield Holidays, Milford on Sea
WEDDING VENUE OF THE YEAR
Finalists
- East Afton Farmhouse, Yarmouth
- Oakley Hall Hotel, Basingstoke
- The Gallivant, Camber