We are delighted to announce that Light Up Sir Harold Hillier Gardens at Christmas, Romsey has been awarded Gold in the Tourism Event / Festival of the Year category at the prestigious Beautiful South Tourism Awards 2024. This recognition is a testament to the passion, creativity, and dedication of our entire team who work tirelessly to bring this magical experience to life each year.

The Beautiful South Tourism Awards celebrate excellence in the tourism and hospitality sector across South East England. The competition was fierce, with 75 finalists representing some of the very best businesses in the industry. Winners were chosen by an independent panel of past winners, industry leaders, and experts in their fields, making this achievement even more rewarding.

The grand awards ceremony took place at The Grand Brighton, hosted by Toby Anstis, one of the nation’s best-loved radio and TV presenters. The event was an unforgettable evening, bringing together outstanding tourism businesses that continuously raise the bar for the industry.

Adding to the celebrations, our very own Zane Meaby, Head of Production for Live Shows, was also recognised for his exceptional work, receiving the Silver Award. His dedication and expertise have been instrumental in delivering world-class production quality for our Light Up Trails.

‍Fran Downton, Chief Executive of Tourism South East, praised the winners, saying: “Congratulations to all our winners. It was a real honour to play host to such truly exceptional businesses. The strength of our winners is testament to the incredible standards and unwavering quality of the South’s tourism and hospitality products.”

Winning this Gold Award further cements Light Up Trails’ reputation as a multi-award-winning seasonal event. As we continue to grow and innovate, we remain committed to delivering extraordinary experiences that captivate and inspire visitors of all ages.

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Tourism South East, the Beautiful South Tourism Awards judges, and everyone who has supported us on this journey. We also celebrate with all our fellow winners who continue to make the South East a leading destination for tourism and entertainment.

As Light Up Trails was one of the top-scoring tourism businesses, Zane Meaby may have the opportunity to compete at the 2025 VisitEngland Awards for Excellence. We are excited about what the future holds and look forward to continuing to create unforgettable seasonal events.

Stay tuned for more updates and behind-the-scenes insights as we prepare for another spectacular Light Up event next season!

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