We’re running a second free support webinar to help businesses with their application for the 2026 Suffolk & Norfolk Tourism Awards.
Date: Wednesday 18th June
Time: 14:00–16:00
Location: Online (link will be sent via email after registration)
Led by Holly, our Tourism Awards Lead, this session will guide you through each section of the application form, share top tips from judges, highlight common mistakes, and give you a chance to ask questions.
Whether you’re a returning entrant or applying for the first time, this webinar will help you feel confident, prepared and give you a chance to ask any questions about applying.
Register to attend
Please complete the form below to book your place. A link to join the webinar will be sent via email closer to the event.
Watch the first webinar: How to make the most of your application
Our live webinar, How to make the most of your application, took place on Tuesday 3rd June 2025. Hosted by Holly Oakland from Visit East of England, the session covered key advice for strengthening your application, including common pitfalls, overlooked sections (like accessibility and sustainability), and what judges are really looking for.
If you missed the session or want to revisit any part of it, you can now access both the full recording and the slide deck below.
📥 Click here to download the slide deck (PDF)
▶️ Click here to watch the full webinar recording
Next Steps and Resources
If you’re planning to apply, there are just three weeks left until applications close – don’t miss your chance to be part of this year’s awards:
🔗 Apply now: https://www.visiteastofengland.com/tourism-awards/apply
The webinar highlighted how crucial it is to include meaningful information on accessibility and inclusivity. These sections are often overlooked, but they can make a real difference in scoring.
Helpful resources:
🔗 Create your Access Guide with AccessAble
🔗 Free Accessibility Training – Tourism for All
🔗 VisitEngland Accessibility Toolkit
We also covered regenerative tourism and sustainability – another area that can strengthen your application:
🔗 VisitBritain Regenerative Tourism Guide
🔗 Sustainability Self-Audit Tool
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