The 2025 Devon Tourism Awards have now officially closed with 140 entries received from a wide range of businesses from across the county – hotels, camping, glamping and holiday parks, attractions, cafes, restaurants, pubs, event organisers and more.
Now entering the judging phase, the awards continue to set the bar nationally, having once again achieved “Outstanding” accreditation from the Awards Trust Mark – the highest level. Karen Sutton, Awards Trust Mark lead assessor, said, “A robust entry and judging process is vital, not just for award entrants but for the industry as a whole. It’s important to shine a light on awards schemes that operate with the highest ethical standards and transparency. The tourism awards run by Services for Tourism exemplify how awards should be managed.”
Robin Barker, Service for Tourism, Awards Director, said: ““It’s so rewarding to see businesses of all types and sizes taking part, clearly welcoming the benefits including free feedback and the chance to progress on to the national VisitEngland awards. I love working with leading suppliers to the industry as sponsors – gaining their input and support brings so many additional benefits to an industry that – now more than ever – links with every part of the economy.”
Mark Worden, from MiHi Digital, headline sponsor, said, “We’re delighted to see so many brilliant businesses entering once again this year. It’s a real testament to the strength and creativity of Devon’s tourism sector. These awards play an important role in recognising the people and places that help make the county such a standout destination – even in challenging trading conditions – and we’re pleased to support that.”
The winners will be announced at the Devon Tourism Awards Ceremony at Sandy Park Exeter on 27 November 2025.
Winners from some award categories go through to compete in the VisitEngland for Excellence Awards. Last year’s Devon champions The Farmers Arms and Wolf Wood Treehouses have both made it through to the national finals, taking place in Brighton on 4 June. We wish them the best of luck in representing Devon on the national stage.
