Healing Manor Hotel and International Bomber Command Centre earn bronze awards on the national stage at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2023.
Healing Manor Hotel and International Bomber Command Centre have been recognised and awarded the Bronze accolades at the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2023. The annual event, which celebrates the brightest stars in the tourism industry, took place on June 7 at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter.
Healing Manor Hotel received the Bronze award in the Resilience and Innovation category, showcasing the hotel’s commitment to adaptability and forward-thinking strategies. With its picturesque setting and exceptional service, Healing Manor Hotel has become a favourite among visitors seeking a unique and rejuvenating experience.
The International Bomber Command Centre was also awarded Bronze, securing its place as the top three “Large Visitor Attractions” in England. The centre’s dedication to preserving the memory of those who served in Bomber Command during World War II and its engaging exhibits have captivated visitors from around the world.
The VisitEngland Awards for Excellence, sponsored by the Caravan and Motorhome Club, have been celebrating outstanding achievements in the tourism industry for over three decades. The awards recognize businesses and individuals who continuously raise the bar for England’s tourism offer, promoting innovation, quality, and best practices.
Andrew Stokes, Director of VisitEngland, expressed his admiration for the industry’s commitment to excellence, saying, “Competition this year was fierce, with customer service excellence evident across every category. It is fantastic to come together as an industry to celebrate our world-class tourism businesses.”
Visit Lincolnshire, are a proud sponsor of the 2022 awards. The success of Healing Manor Hotel and International Bomber Command Centre highlights the county’s important tourism industry and commitment to providing exceptional visitor experiences.
Tourism plays a vital role in England’s economy, supporting numerous businesses and employing approximately 2.6 million people. In 2019 alone, domestic visitor spending reached an impressive £76 billion. The Destination Lincolnshire Tourism Awards, held in October 2022, served as a precursor to the national VisitBritain awards, with winners from each category advancing to the final stage of the competition.
Applications open for the 23/24 competition
If you feel inspired by the success of Lincolnshire and would like to join the 2023 Destination Lincolnshire Awards that will feed into the 2024 VisitEngland ceremony, applications are now open. Discover the 15 categories on the VisitBritain website here and start your application to join Lincolnshire’s local competition today on the Lincolnshire Tourism Awards website.
The team at Destination Lincolnshire are also hosting two expert masterclasses on June 13th and June 21st with Nell Barrington, a tourism awards veteran to help businesses fill in their applications in real time. Tickets to the masterclass are free to all visitor economy businesses in Greater Lincolnshire and available to book through Eventbrite today.
