The results of this year’s Red Funnel Isle of Wight Awards have been revealed at a glittering ceremony at Northwood House, Cowes.
The coveted annual awards recognised a wide variety of businesses, from those who have been part of the fabric of the Island for decades, through to newcomers bringing fresh talent to the scene. The awards highlighted shining stars within the community with a total of 60 awards handed out across 20 categories, divided into via four main groups (Accommodation, Food and Drink, Things to Do and Other).
Engagement with this year’s awards hit a record high. With over 200 businesses nominated and a total of 65,000 votes, the outcome underscored the resilience and determination of Island businesses, particularly following labour challenges within hospitality and tourism.
The Orchards Holiday Park, Briddlesford Farm, Harbour Kitchen, Smoking Lobster and Monkey Haven were among the Gold winners for the night, while the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary notably walked away as the only double-Gold award winner for the night, taking home top prizes for Best Large Attraction and Best Place for Dogs.
Fran Collins, Chief Executive at Red Funnel, said:
“It was a pleasure to celebrate with so many hardworking and unique local Island businesses who are delivering outstanding and memorable experiences that keep visitors coming back to the Island. I would like to congratulate all those who took part in the awards this year and I’m already looking forward to next year!"
Commenting on their double win, Derek Needham, Charity Manager at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, said:
“It was a complete shock to be taking home two awards, especially a gold for Best Large Attraction – which we are incredibly proud of.
“It is a testament to the hard work of all of our staff, despite the difficult climate we find ourselves in. Congratulations to everyone involved in making the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary the best large attraction on the Island.”
The full list of this year’s winners can be found at https://www.redfunnel.co.uk/
2022 Red Funnel Isle of Wight Awards Winners List:
ACCOMMODATION
Best B&B / Guest House
Gold – Grange Bank House
Silver – St Leonards Guesthouse
Bronze – The Chequers Inn
Best Campsite
Gold – The Orchards Holiday Park
Silver – Grange Farm
Bronze – Appuldurcombe Gardens
Best Holiday Park
Gold – Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park
Silver – The Orchards Holiday Park
Bronze – Cheverton Copse Holiday Park
Best Hotel Experience
Gold – Luccombe Hall Hotel
Silver –The Royal Hotel
Bronze – Albert Cottage Hotel
Best Place to go Glamping
Gold – Tom's Eco Lodge
Silver – Garlic Farm Yurts
Bronze – Glamping the Wight Way
Best Self-Catering
Gold –Tapnell Manor & Farm Cottages
Silver – The Orchards Holiday Park
Bronze – The Lakes Rookley
FOOD & DRINK
Best Burger
Gold – Harbour Kitchen
Silver – The Cow
Bronze – The Blacksmiths
Best Café or Tearoom
Gold – Blueberry’s Café
Silver – Grazers Café at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary
Bronze – Comicoffee UK
Best Fish & Chips
Gold – Corries Cabin
Silver – The Waterfront Bar & Restaurant
Bronze – The Spyglass Inn
Best Local Produce
Gold – Briddlesford Farm
Silver – Isle of Wight Distillery
Bronze – The Tomato Stall
Best Pub
Gold – The Spyglass Inn
Silver – The Blacksmiths
Bronze – The Fighting Cocks
Best Restaurant
Gold – Smoking Lobster
Silver – The Garlic Farm Restaurant
Bronze – The Fighting Cocks
THINGS TO DO
Best Activity Provider
Gold – Island Gems Fossil Trips
Silver – Haven Falconry Bird of Prey Centre
Bronze – John Cattle’s Skate Club
Best Island Event
Gold – Isle of Wight Festival
Silver – Walk the Wight
Bronze – Rhythmtree Festival
Best Large Attraction
Gold – Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary
Silver – Wildheart Animal Sanctuary
Bronze – Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Best Small Attraction
Gold – Monkey Haven
Silver – Ventnor Botanic Gardens
Bronze –Snacks & Ladders Board Game Café
Best Shop/ Retail
Gold – Jurassic Jim
Silver – The Garlic Farm Shop
Bronze – Oasis
OTHER
Best Green Business
Gold – Monkey Haven
Silver – Tapnell Farm
Bronze – Peach Vegan Kitchen & Zero Waste Store
Best Newcomer
Gold - Funky Pineapple Events
Silver - BAKED by JEN
Bronze - Sweet Charlies
Best Place for Dogs
Gold – Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary
Silver – Snacks & Ladders Board Game Café
Bronze – Fort Victoria Country Park
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