VisitEngland Awards for Excellence

VisitEngland Awards for Excellence

These national awards honour businesses and individuals who consistently deliver outstanding quality, innovation and unforgettable visitor experiences. Finalists represent the very highest standards across accommodation, attractions, experiences, food and drink, and more showcasing the strength and diversity of English tourism.

The evening will bring together industry leaders, stakeholders and the VisitEngland senior team to celebrate with the finalists from across England as they are awarded Gold, Silver or Bronze in each of the 16 categories. Join us also in celebrating this year's Tourism Superstar, the journalist award for Best Travel Content and, the final award of the night, the Outstanding Contribution to Tourism. 

Guests will enjoy a sparkling drinks reception, a formal awards ceremony, and a spectacular afterparty with plenty of opportunity to network throughout the night!

We look forward to welcoming you for an unforgettable evening celebrating excellence in English tourism.

Meet Our Charity Partner for Awards Family Holiday Charity 

Registered charity (England &Wales) 800262

Family Holiday Charity helps families get time away together, often for the first time ever. We're here for children who've never seen the sea. For teenagers who can't remember when they last saw mum smile.

For parents and carers having to juggle paying bills and dealing with some of life’s toughest challenges. We’re here for young carers and grandparent carers. For families facing illness, isolation, or bereavement.

Holidays open up new possibilities where there’s time to share a laugh, watch the tide come in, and make happier memories. From picnics to tiny toes in the sea. From a caravan on the coast, to a woodland adventure or day out at a theme park. Whatever the weather, it’s about time spent together to build relationships, confidence and hope for the future.

Please support this incredible cause by adding a donation during your ticket purchase. Choose any amount you’d like to give.

Travel Information

Aerospace Bristol is easily accessible by a variety of transport options. By car, the venue is located just off the M5 (Junction 16) with on-site parking available. If arriving by train, Bristol Parkway railway station is the nearest station, a short taxi or bus ride away. Visitors travelling by air can fly into Bristol Airport, approximately 30 – 40 minutes from the venue by car. For those nearby, the site is also within walking distance from the Bristol Temple Meads railway station area via local footpaths. Local bus services provide convenient connections from Bristol city centre and surrounding areas.

Arriving by Rail

The nearest major railway station is Bristol Parkway, discounted rail fares are available for those travelling on GWR lines. Valid for travel on GWR operated services and consists of a fixed outbound ticket, and flexible Open Return to be used within 28 days of outbound travel. Example pricing: London Paddington to Bristol Parkway - Conference Package Standard Class - £54.00 or Conference Package 1st Class - £109.00

If you would like to enquire about booking these tickets, please contact GWR on 0345 700 0125 (Business Direct – Option 4, Option 4), Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 18:00. Please note: attendees travelling on conference fare tickets may be asked to provide proof of attendance (showing your ticket) by rail staff on the day of travel.

Bristol Temple Meads and Bristol Parkway are served by Cross Country Trains travelling to the North of England, Scotland and Wales.

Bristol Temple Meads is a short 12-15 minute train journey from Bath with trains running at regular intervals throughout the day and evening.

Useful weblinks

Discounted delegate fares with GWR - gwr.com/your-tickets/ways-to-save/business-travel/conferences-and-events

GWR network route map - gwr.com/stations-and-destinations/stations

Cross Country route map - crosscountrytrains.co.uk/routes-destinations/route-map

Eurostar - eurostar.com/uk-en

London Tube tfl.gov.uk/maps/track/tube

Accessible travel - visitbristol.co.uk/plan-your-visit/accessibility-information/accessible-travel/

Accommodation

For attendees travelling to Aerospace Bristol, there are plenty of accommodation options within a 5 –10 minute drive. From stylish city centre hotels to comfortable chain and boutique options, there’s something to suit every preference and budget. Many of these hotels are close to the harbourside or Clifton Village, offering easy access to restaurants, shops, and local attractions, as well as quick links to public transport and the venue itself.

Close and Convenient 

• Travelodge Bristol Filton – 0.4 miles away approx. 10 min walk / 0.9 miles away approx. 4 minutes by car
• Village Hotel Bristol – 0.9 miles away approx. 20 min walk / 0.9 miles away approx. 5 minutes by car
• DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol North – 1.9 miles away approx. 6 minutes by car
• Mollie’s Motel & Diner Bristol - 2.6 miles away approx. 8 minutes away by car
• Aztec Hotel & Spa – 2 miles away approx. 7 minutes by car
• Premier Inn Bristol Filton – 2 miles away approx. 8 minutes by car

🛏️Other Nearby Hotels

• Holiday Inn Express Bristol – 11.2 miles away approx. 20 minutes by car
• Best Western Henbury Lodge Hotel – 3.8 miles away approx. 11 minutes by car
• Travelodge Bristol Abbey Wood – 2.9 miles away approx. 10 minutes by car
• Mercure Bristol North The Grange Hotel – 3.9 miles away approx. 12 minutes by car

These options offer a range of budgets and styles, all within easy reach of the event location whether you’re looking for simple convenience or something a little more comfortable. We’ve also included an accommodation link above, which features a range of nearby hotel options at different price points.

Local Information

Explore some of Bristol’s most iconic attractions: the Clifton Suspension Bridge, Brunel’s SS Great Britain, the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, and Banksy Street Art Tours. These landmarks and experiences capture the city’s heritage, creativity, and spirit and are not to be missed.

Explore the bustling Harbourside, where you’ll find a lively mix of restaurants, bars, boat trips, museums, and maritime history. Spike Island hosts free contemporary art exhibitions and over 70 artists’ studios. At Arnolfini, enjoy gallery exhibitions, live performances, and independent cinema, while Watershed offers screenings, talks, and festivals alongside a café and bar serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Learn about the history and workings of the Floating Harbour at the Underfall Yard Visitor Centre, all while enjoying stunning views of the harbour and the colourful houses of Cliftonwood.

For a taste of Bristol’s Georgian charm, head up to Clifton. Visit the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery to explore collections of art, archaeology, Egyptology, and natural history, and see both historic and contemporary works at the Royal West of England Academy. Don’t miss Bristol Cathedral, a place of worship since 1140, showcasing beautiful architecture and history.

visitbristol.co.uk/things-to-do/attractions/museums-and-galleries/ 

Thanks to our ticketing partner, Ticket Tailor, for their support of the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence.