Thinking of entering the Thistle Awards?

For over 30 years, The Scottish Thistle Awards have been recognising and championing the very best of the Scottish tourism, hospitality and events industry. The Awards honour the very best individuals, businesses and partnerships for their innovation, excellence and success.  VisitScotland provides all the judging administration for the South of Scotland Thistle Awards.  See here for more details about the judging process.

SHOUT OUT ABOUT YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS

The awards are a great way to share your success with your industry peers and a chance to celebrate and reward the hard work of individuals and teams.

MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES

The winners of all our awards receive national media coverage through our partnership with News Scotland, publisher of The Times and Sunday Times Scotland and The Scottish Sun.

GET RECOGNITION

As a winner, you join a prestigious roll of honour, earning recognition as one of the best in the country, providing inspiration to peers and supporting tourism growth.

Thank you to our Sponsors and Partners

Headline Sponsor

Best Hotel Experience

Tourism & Hospitality Employer of the Year

Best Outdoor or Adventure Experience

Drinks Reception

Delivered by South of Scotland Destination Alliance and supported by South of Scotland Enterprise