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The Suffolk and Norfolk Tourism Awards celebrate the best of tourism across the region, recognising quality, innovation and impact. Below is the full list of award categories for 2027.

Accessible and inclusive tourism award

Recognising businesses that remove barriers and create welcoming experiences for all visitors through inclusive facilities, service and communication.

B&B and guest house of the year

Celebrating outstanding bed and breakfast and guest house stays, with consistently high standards of welcome, comfort and guest experience.

Camping, glamping and holiday park of the year

Recognising brilliant outdoor stays, from camping and glamping to holiday parks, with great facilities, service and a strong sense of place.

Experience of the year

For stand-out visitor experiences, tours or activities that deliver memorable moments, excellent customer service and a distinctive offer.

Hotel of the year

Celebrating hotels delivering consistently excellent guest experiences across service, facilities, quality and attention to detail.

New tourism business of the year

Recognising a new or recently launched tourism business making a strong early impact with a clear offer and great customer experience.

Pub of the year

Celebrating pubs that combine a warm welcome with a strong food and drink offer and a memorable visitor experience.

Regenerative tourism award of the year

Recognising businesses that are actively improving the places they operate in through regenerative, ethical and responsible approaches.

Self-catering accommodation of the year

For exceptional self-catering stays that deliver quality, comfort and a great guest experience.

Taste of England award

Celebrating exceptional food and drink experiences that champion quality, provenance and a strong sense of place.

Unsung hero award

Recognising an individual who goes above and beyond and makes a real difference to a business, team or visitor experience.

Visitor attraction of the year

For attractions delivering an excellent visitor experience, consistently high standards and a strong overall offer.

Regional categories

Culture and arts venue of the year

Celebrating venues that deliver an outstanding cultural offer and memorable visitor experiences through exhibitions, performances or programming.

Tourism event/festival of the year

Recognising events and festivals that create impact, attract visitors and deliver a brilliant experience.

Awards night

The winners will be announced at the Suffolk and Norfolk Tourism Awards Night, date TBC.