Northamptonshire Tourism Business Awards Open for Entries

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Tourism and hospitality businesses across Northamptonshire are being encouraged to enter the 2026 Northamptonshire Tourism Business Awards, with applications now open until 31 July 2026.

The free-to-enter awards celebrate the county's outstanding tourism and hospitality sector, recognising businesses that deliver exceptional visitor experiences. Winners will also be automatically entered into the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence, providing the opportunity for national recognition.

Entries are open to a wide range of businesses, including visitor attractions, hotels, guest houses, self-catering accommodation, campsites, cafés, restaurants, pubs, experience providers and new tourism businesses. There are also awards recognising accessibility, food and drink, and individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the industry.

This year's award categories include:

• Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award
• Bed & Breakfast and Guest House of the Year
• Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year
• Experience of the Year
• Large Hotel of the Year
• Large Visitor Attraction of the Year
• New Tourism Business Award
• Pub of the Year
• Self Catering Accommodation of the Year
• Small Hotel of the Year
• Small Visitor Attraction of the Year
• Taste of England
• Unsung Hero Award

Businesses can enter one or more categories by completing an online application through the Discover Northamptonshire website before the closing date. Even those who are not yet ready to submit a full application are encouraged to register their interest, allowing the Discover Northamptonshire team to provide guidance and support throughout the process.

For more information and to apply, visit the Discover Northamptonshire website:

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