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Visit Cheshire Tourism Awards 2026
Submit an award winning nomination
Choose which category you wish to enter; there might be more than one that is relevant to your business. However, it is recommended that you submit no more than up to 3 high quality applications in the categories that are most relevant to your business.
Read ‘Top Tips’ for filling in nominations forms.
Click here to login or create an accountÂ
Then start your submission, you can save and print off partially completed forms to review at any time prior to submitting the final version.
You may prefer to look at a sample form before you start your online application, sample application forms are below.
Check that you are eligible for the category by checking the ‘Eligibility’ section on your entry forms.
Make sure your read the terms and conditions for entry.
We recommend that you see the applicant presentation before you start your entry.
When your form is completed, click submit. This must be before the deadline published on the key dates page, late entries cannot be accepted. You will receive a confirmation email to acknowledge receipt of your entry. If you don't receive this or have any questions email awards@marketing.cheshireandwarrington.com
All entries must be submitted online by the deadline – 22nd August 2025
They cannot be accepted via email or any other format.
Top Tips for filling in nomination forms
We recommend that that you compete your answers in a word document or use the practice forms which you can save and return to as required. When you are happy with your answers, cut and paste into the online application.
- Check that you are eligible to enter
- Check the entry terms and conditions
- Read the criteria carefully to ensure that you choose right category or categories
- Start preparing your entry early – the deadline cannot be extended.
- Answer all questions fully , do not leve blank and use all your word count
- Read the criteria and answer what is asked, not something else
- Assume the judges know nothing and have never heard of your business. Tell your story, sell yourself/your business and provide facts that show your successes
- Be aware that the judges will look at websites, social media and TripAdvisor
- Put yourself in the judges’ shoes. Is it easy to read, with relevant information, is it inspiring?
- Make sure you check your spellings
- Get a colleague to read through before you submit
- Good presentation is important – don’t be shy – this is your time to shine!
- Allow plenty of time to gather relevant information and write your nomination
- Prepare your application early, don’t leave to the last minute as the deadline cannot be extended
- Submit your application before the deadline date
Why it matters
Feel Good
In the words of James Brown ... Extended that feel good factor  to your team and wider business. Submitting an award is a demonstration of confidence in your team and a win can really boost staff morale. Use the awards evening as an opportunity to celebrate and reward staff for their commitment and hard work.
Accreditation
Both winners and highly commended businesses receive certificates and kitemarks in digital and physical forms to use through-out their business, showing visitors they are accredited as award winning by the official local visitor economy organisation.
Recognition
If you make it through to finalist stage your business will immediately receive publicity as part of the  process, the only awards in the sector which gives winners an opportunity to represent Cheshire in a national awards; VisitEngland Awards for Excellence. - Giving your business national exposure and recognition.
Digital Toolkits
Beginners Guide
Submit an award winning application
Categories
Please use these sample forms to draft your application before you log into the portal. With these forms you will be able to save and review as you go and come back to it another time. Whereas once you log into the portal you need to write and save your application in one go.
Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award
Best Event or Festival
Best Tourism Marketing Project of the Year
Business Events Venue of the Year
Camping, Glamping, Holiday Park of the Year
Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Award
Experience of the Year
Large Hotel of the Year
New Tourism Business of the Year
Pub of the Year
Self-Catering Accommodation of the Year
Small Serviced Accommodation of the Year
Taste of Cheshire Award
Team of the Year
Unsung Hero Award
Visitor Attraction of the Year
