Dorset Tourism Stars Shine at the 2025 DMB Tourism Awards

The region’s tourism community came together in style on Friday night for the 2025 DMB Tourism Awards, held at the Hilton Bournemouth. The glittering gala celebrated the very best in local hospitality, attractions, and visitor experiences, shining a light on the people and businesses that make Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole such an exceptional destination.

The region’s tourism community came together in style on Friday night for the 2025 DMB Tourism Awards, held at the Hilton Bournemouth. The glittering gala celebrated the very best in local hospitality, attractions, and visitor experiences, shining a light on the people and businesses that make Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole such an exceptional destination.

The event was once again delivered on behalf of the Destination Management Board (DMB) by Tim Seward, and hosted by the brilliant Andy Brennan, who kept the evening flowing with warmth and humour.

From the opening moments, the atmosphere was electric as Polish cellist Diugcello made his UK debut, captivating the audience with his dynamic blend of classical and contemporary music. His high-energy performance set the tone for a night of celebration, community, and inspiration.

Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed recognising excellence across the local tourism industry, from hotels and restaurants to attractions and sustainability champions. The celebrations ended on a high with a lively 90s set from Carl Tracey, getting everyone on their feet to dance the night away.

“With enormous pride we presented the Tourism Awards again this year – they are now firmly rooted in the destination’s calendar once more,” said Andy Lennox, Chair of the Destination Management Board.

“It was a fantastic night and really shows what can be done when our areas all come together. I can’t wait to see what next year holds, especially with the launch of the new Tourism Partnerships, which I encourage everyone to sign up to.”

A huge thank you goes to the event’s main sponsor, Morebus, whose support helped bring the celebrations to life, and to all the sponsors who championed their categories.

Congratulations to all this year’s winners and finalists for their creativity, commitment, and contribution to the region’s visitor economy.

 

2025 DMB Tourism Awards Winners

Wedding Venue – Sponsored by Soul Motion
Abbots Court – Gold
Hotel Miramar – Silver
Key West Bar & Restaurant – Bronze

Responsible, Ethical & Sustainable – Sponsored by Adventure Attractions
Marsham Court Hotel – Gold
Captains Club Hotel & Spa – Silver
Holiday Inn Bournemouth – Bronze
Oceanarium – Highly Commended

Nightlife Experience – Sponsored by Southern Entertainment Services
Barbaras Bier Haus Bournemouth – Gold
Boom Battle Bar – Silver
HSWRK – Bronze

Attraction of the Year – Sponsored by Waste Management Facilities
RockReef – Gold
Moors Valley – Silver
Shaka Surf – Bronze
South Coast Karting – Highly Commended

Best Customer Service – Sponsored by RT Promotions
South Lytchett Manor Caravan & Camping Park – Gold
Marsham Court Hotel – Silver
Key West Bar & Restaurant – Bronze

Small Hotel – Sponsored by Coastal Cruises
The Green House Hotel – Gold
The Canford Hotel – Silver
Captains Club Hotel & Spa – Bronze

Industry Support – Sponsored by Resort Dorset
Event Temps – Gold
Harvest Fine Foods – Silver
Marsham Court Hotel – Bronze
Bournemouth University Business School – Highly Commended

Team of the Year – Sponsored by MD Johnson Electrical Ltd
Adventure Attractions – Gold
Fired Up Collective – Silver
Bournecoast – Bronze
Oriel on the Quay – Highly Commended

Restaurant of the Year – Sponsored by Harvest Fine Foods
Thirteen – Gold
The Ivy Bournemouth – Silver
Rick Stein Sandbanks – Bronze
Old Harry Rocks Bar & Restaurant – Highly Commended

Eating Out Experience – Sponsored by Tolchards
St Tropez Lounge – Gold
Koi Sakana – Silver
The Dolphin Street Food – Bronze
Tomoka Ramen – Highly Commended

Café / Tearoom – Sponsored by Comax
Oriel on the Quay – Gold
Saffron Westbourne – Silver
The Castle Pantry – Highcliffe Castle – Bronze

Self Catering – Sponsored by La Mias
South Lytchett Manor Caravan & Camping Park – Gold
Driftwood – 64 Hengistbury Road – Silver
Hengistbury Reach Holiday Let – Bronze
26 Inveravon – Highly Commended

Industry Leader – Sponsored by Andy Brennan Creative
Rosie Radwell – Gold
Des Simmons – Silver
Quique Medina – Bronze
Carly Jervis Goode – Highly Commended

Branded Large Hotel – Sponsored by Comax
Holiday Inn Bournemouth – Gold
Hilton Bournemouth – Silver

Independent Large Hotel – Sponsored by The Coffee Bean Company
The Nici – Gold
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel – Silver
Marsham Court Hotel – Bronze
Queens Hotel & Spa – Highly Commended

Event of the Year – Sponsored by Morebus
Poole Harbour Festival – Gold
Highcliffe Food & Arts Festival – Silver
Cliff Top Music Festival – Bronze
Christchurch Carnival CIC – Highly Commended

Rising Star (18–30 Years) – Sponsored by BH Area Hospitality Association
Morgan Simpson – Gold
Courtney Lilley – Silver
Jasmine Ecclestone – Bronze

People’s Choice – Sponsored by Morebus
St Tropez Lounge – Gold
Hotel Miramar – Silver
Thirteen – Bronze
The Libertine – Highly Commended

Contribution to BCP Tourism – Sponsored by Fired Up Collective
Des Simmons – Gold

 

 

Congratulations to everyone!

Photo credit: Adam McVey and Julian Giambelluca