Shortlist announced for Peak District & Derbyshire Tourism Awards 2022
The shortlist for the Peak District & Derbyshire Tourism Awards 2022 has been revealed, showcasing excellence and outstanding achievement across the area’s tourism sector.
Chesterfield Champions Casa Hotel, The Chatsworth-owned Devonshire Arms pub and Matlock Farm Park have made the shortlist, amongst some of the best businesses across the county.
Finalists have been announced in 15 categories celebrating the best of the visitor economy in the Peak District & Derbyshire, from attractions and accommodation providers to unique.
Finalists have been announced in 15 categories celebrating the best of the visitor economy in the Peak District & Derbyshire, from attractions and accommodation providers to unique experiences and great places to eat and drink.
Shortlisted businesses will go forward to the final round of independent judging before winners are revealed at a glittering awards ceremony at Casa Hotel in Chesterfield on Thursday 3 March 2022.
Organised for the second year by Marketing Peak District & Derbyshire, with support from the European Regional Development Fund, the 2022 awards will celebrate the success and resilience of tourism businesses whilst also highlighting the sector’s vital contribution to the local economy.
In regognition of the challenges faced by businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic, two new core categories have been added for 2022: the ‘Unsung Hero Award’ and the ‘Resilience and Innovation Award’.
Two new local awards – ‘Team of the Year’ and ‘Tourism Young Achiever’ – have also been added to recognise the thousands of jobs supported by tourism across the Peak District & Derbyshire.
At the awards evening, all Gold winners will be presented with a luxury award designed and made by Derbyshire-based C W Sellors Fine Jewellery & Luxury Watches, whilst Silver and Bronze winners will each receive a certificate identifying them as one of the best tourism businesses in the area.
In a further boost, Gold winners in each of the 13 core categories will automatically progress onto the national VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2022, which represent the highest accolades in English tourism.
Jo Dilley, Managing Director of Marketing Peak District & Derbyshire, said: “After such a challenging year for everyone in the industry, the Peak District & Derbyshire Tourism Awards present a great opportunity to celebrate the hardworking businesses and individuals who continually raise the bar of the area’s tourism offer.
“These awards are a celebration of quality and excellence within the visitor economy and never has our sector been more deserving of recognition. We’re proud to be shining a light on some of the most inspirational tourism businesses in the area and look forward to celebrating with our finalists and partners at the awards ceremony next year.”
Leader of Derbyshire County Council, Councillor Barry Lewis, said: “We’re delighted to be supporting the Peak District & Derbyshire Tourism Awards.
“The tourism sector has been one of the last areas to return to normal operation from Covid-19 and it’s great to see so many local businesses, individuals and attractions return with a bang and working hard to attract visitors into our beautiful county.
“These awards are a great way to recognise their fantastic efforts and congratulations to everyone who has been shortlisted.”
Peak District & Derbyshire Tourism Awards: The 2022 Shortlist
Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award
- Croft Bungalow Accessible Holiday Let, Birchover
B&B and Guest House of the Year
- Grendon Bed & Breakfast, Buxton
- Sheldon House, Monyash
Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year
- Landal Sandybrook, Ashbourne
- Boutique Camping at Scaldersitch Farm, Sheen
- Beech Croft Farm Caravan & Camping Park, Taddington
Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Award
- Landal Darwin Forest, Matlock
- Fischer’s Baslow Hall
- Pure Outdoor Ltd
Experience of the Year
- Drive Dad’s Car, Great British Car Journey
- myGuidedWalks
- Pure Outdoor Ltd
Hotel of the Year
- Casa Hotel, Chesterfield
- Rafters at Riverside House, Ashford-in-the-Water
- The Cavendish Hotel, Baslow
New Tourism Business Award
- Country Luxe Derbyshire
- Great British Car Journey, Ambergate
- Manor House Farm Cottages, Sheldon
Pub of the Year
- The Prince of Wales, Baslow
- The Devonshire Arms, Pilsley
- The Yorkshire Bridge Inn, Bamford
Self-Catering Accommodation of the Year
- Stainsborough Hall, near Wirksworth
- Manor House Farm Cottages, Sheldon
- Oaker Farm Holidays, Hope
Taste of the Peak District & Derbyshire Awards
- The George, Alstonefield
- The Cavendish Hotel, Baslow
- Fischer’s Baslow Hall
Visitor Attraction of the Year
- Bluebell Dairy Ltd, Spondon
- Matlock Farm Park, Matlock
- Treak Cliff Cavern, Castleton
Resilience & Innovation Award
- White Peak Distillery, Ambergate
- Matlock Farm Park, Matlock
- Treak Cliff Cavern, Castleton
Tourism Young Achiever Award
- Jack Boam, Tagg Lane Dairy
- Luke Henshaw, Great British Car Journey
- George Finlay, Matlock Farm Park
Team of the Year Award
- Pinelodge Holidays Ltd
- Rafters at Riverside House
- The Welcome Team Ltd
Unsung Hero Award
- Rob Hattersley, Longbow Bars & Restaurants
- John Whelan, Rafters at Riverside House
For more details see: www.visitpeakdistrict.com/tourism-awards
