VisitEngland has revealed the winners of its VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025, highlighting the very best of England’s outstanding tourism industry. 

Gold, Silver and Bronze winners have been announced across 17 categories ranging from ‘New Tourism Business of the Year’ and ‘Pub of the Year’ to ‘Business Events Venue of the Year’ and ‘Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year’. The awards were presented at an evening ceremony on 4 June hosted by VisitEngland Advisory Board Chairman Lady Victoria Borwick at the Brighton Dome Corn Exchange. 

The prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence have been running for more than 30 years. This year’s winners were selected from hundreds of tourism businesses across England including hotels, self-catering accommodation, B&Bs, glamping operators, attractions, restaurants, pubs and museums, forwarded to the national competition via local and regional competitions across England. 

Somerset's Mendip Basecamp won silver in the Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year and in their words...."Mendip Basecamp began as a modest idea during lockdown to help people feel free, reconnect with nature, and spend proper time together. We could never have imagined how many of you would embrace our vision of simple, meaningful camping - and we’re truly honoured by this recognition."

"This award is a reflection of the dedication and care of our incredible team and every single camper who has shared this journey with us. Your support has shaped Basecamp into the magical place it is today.
The Mendip Hills National Landscape remains the South West’s most beautiful secret, and we’re beyond grateful to be able to share it with you "

Find out more about Mendip Basecamp here