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Awards Night

The winners of the Suffolk & Norfolk Tourism Awards 2025 will be revealed on Thursday, 6th March, at Norwich Castle, where we’ll come together to celebrate the incredible achievements of the region’s tourism industry.

Finalists and winners will also have the opportunity to represent our region at the National VisitEngland Awards for Excellence in June, showcasing the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on a national stage.

This year’s event, hosted by TV celebrity David Whiteley, takes on a fresh format, with a drinks reception sponsored by Larking Gowen, followed by the awards ceremony and networking. Instead of a formal sit-down meal, guests will enjoy canapés with a local twist, paired with a selection of drinks from some of the region’s finest producers—a true showcase of Suffolk and Norfolk’s rich culinary talent.


Suffolk & Norfolk Tourism Awards Night 2025

📅 Date: 6th March 2025
📍 Location: Norwich Castle

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Celebrate the Best of Tourism in Suffolk and Norfolk

Join us for a special evening to celebrate the outstanding achievements of the tourism industry across Suffolk and Norfolk. This year’s awards night promises to be a memorable occasion, bringing together nominees, sponsors, and key stakeholders to recognise excellence, and highlight the region’s contribution to the national tourism landscape.

While the event will have a slightly different format this year, the heart of our celebration remains the same: acknowledging your incredible contributions to our industry.


Event Schedule

  • 18:00 Drinks + Canapes plus networking
  • 19:00 Awards Ceremony
  • 20:00 Photographs
  • 20:30 Finish

A Taste of Suffolk and Norfolk

No celebration of our region would be complete without showcasing the incredible food and drink our local producers have to offer.

Throughout the evening, you’ll enjoy canapés with a local twist, expertly crafted to highlight the best of Suffolk and Norfolk’s ingredients. Pair these with a carefully curated selection of drinks from some of our finest local producers. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the creativity and flavour of our region while connecting with industry peers.


Dress Code

Smart/formal attire is encouraged, but please note that this year’s awards night is not a black-tie event.

In previous years, we’ve hosted a black-tie dinner; however, due to a tighter timeline, we’ve opted for a simplified format to ensure local businesses don’t miss the opportunity to be represented at the national level.


What to Expect

This year’s awards night is all about celebrating our local tourism champions and giving everyone a chance to connect, network, and hear some exciting updates about the future of our region’s tourism.

We know things look a little different this year. In the past, we’ve hosted black-tie dinners with a full meal, but with a shorter timeframe, we’ve opted for a more streamlined event. It’s still going to be a fantastic evening, packed with recognition and celebration—but just without the formal dinner.

For those wondering about tickets, there will be a small number of extras available for purchase—perfect if you’d like to bring along a colleague or guest. Details on this will be released on Friday 31st January 2025, so keep an eye out!

And finally, don’t worry about what to wear. The dress code is smart and formal, but there’s no need for black tie. Feel free to bring your best dressed-up look that you’re comfortable in—it’s all about celebrating together!


Secure Your Place

Booking will open at 9am Wednesday 5th February 2025

We look forward to celebrating with you and recognising the exceptional work of our local tourism businesses!