The glitzy Lancashire Tourism Awards event celebrated the brightest stars of the industry.
Blackpool's world-famous Pleasure Beach Arena, was the venue for Marketing Lancashire's annual Lancashire Tourism Awards.
Professional ice-skater Daniel Whiston, who was born in the resort and learned to skate in the Arena, was guest presenter at the event which was supported by headline sponsor, University of Central Lancashire and host sponsor VisitBlackpool. Lancashire Life were, once again, media partners for the glittering event.
In all, 22 awards were presented to the businesses and individuals who made 2019 so successful for the county's tourism industry.
In her opening speech, the chief executive of Marketing Lancashire Rachel McQueen, said:
'There are many reasons why almost 69 million visitors a year choose to come to Lancashire - for our events, attractions, hotels, pubs, restaurants, our stunning coastline, beautiful countryside, heritage, culture and lots more. Lancashire's amazing tourism businesses and the people who run them.'
Lancashire's Tourism Superstar Award 2019 was the only award nominated and voted for by the public and was awarded to Nigel Seddon, Managing Director of Elgin Hotel & Hotel Sheraton.
Lancashire Tourism Awards 2019 - The winners
Taste Lancashire pub of the year
The Spread Eagle Mellor, Blackburn
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Experience of the year
Lancaster Escape
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New tourism Business of the year
The Flower Bowl, Preston
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Accessible and inclusive tourism award
Brickhouse Farm Cottages, Hambleton
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Business events venue of the year
The Blackpool Tower
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Ethical, responsible and sustainable tourism award
Moss Wood Caravan Park, Cockerham
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Large visitor attraction of the year
The Blackpool Tower
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Small visitor attraction of the year
Carnforth Station Heritage Centre
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Large hotel of the year
Elgin Hotel, Blackpool
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Camping, glamping and holiday park of the year
Ream Hills Holiday Park, Preston
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Self-catering accommodation of the year
Barnacre Cottages, Preston
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Taste Lancashire restaurant of the year
Hipping Hall, Kirkby Lonsdale
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Taste Lancashire café/ tearoom of the year
Baker's Coffee Shop, Bar and Restaurant, Egerton
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Dog friendly business of the year
The Golden Ball, Longton
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Cultural venue / organisation of the year
Deco Publique, Morecambe
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Wedding venue of the year
Samlesbury Hall
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Retail experience of the year
Whalley Warm & Dry, Whalley
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Lancashire perfect stay
Fence Gate Lodge, Fence
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Taste Lancashire producer of the year
Goosnargh Gin
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Large visitor event of the year
Lancaster on Ice
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Small visitor event of the year
A Thornton Hall Christmas Adventure, Thornton in Craven
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Tourism Superstar
Nigel Seddon, Managing Director, Elgin Hotel & Hotel Sheraton
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