Resilience and Innovation Award

Healing Manor Hotel, Lincolnshire

Healing Manor Hotel is a privately run 37-bedroom hotel. It is home to the Pig & Whistle, renowned for its friendly and profressional service, serving locally sourced and seasonal produce across a bar, a la carte, tasting afternoon tea and Sunday lunch menus. The use of quality ingredients together with a dedication to quality service resulted in Healing Manor being awarded four-star AA status in 2022 and retain their two rosette award. With a team of 90+ staff, owners Steven and Charlotte Bennett are nvesting in the future generations,working tirelessly to bridge the gap between education and industry. Whilst team and culture are important to the success of Healing Manor, the customer experience is at core of their business philosphy.

Langley Castle Hotel, Northumberland

Langley Castle Hotel can rightly lay claim to being the most authentic medieval fortified castle hotel in England infusing the new with the old, whilst never undermining its authenticity. The hotel retains many of the Northumberland castle’s stunning architectural features that date back to 1350, this includes battlements, raised window seats set into sevenfeet-thick walls and the best example of medieval garderobes in Europe. This fairy-tale building epitomises what a castle should be and weaves that magic notion into all that it does, whether creating phenomenal guest stays, incredible weddings, intimate elopement weddings, dining experiences, or star-gazing extravaganzas. Set in 10-acres of tranquil land, it has integrated nature-focused and sustainable initiatives into its guest experience, whilst ensuring that exquisite little ‘Langley’ touches adorn every single one.

St Luke’s Bombed Out Church C.I.C., Merseyside

St Luke’s Bombed Out Church is a unique space that was originally built in 1832 and bombed during the Blitz of 1941. Visitors can soak up the history by taking a stroll in this Grade II listed church and historical landmark. The original brickwork, stained glass windows and wooden beams are just a few gems people can appreciate when visiting. The site has since expanded to include a Garden Bar & Café. An eclectic programme of activities including theatre, cinema, community workshops and experiential events, utilise the venue’s charm and provide more ways to interact with the heritage of the building.