Chesterfield businesses shortlisted for Visit East Midlands Tourism Awards 2027
Two Chesterfield Champions have been shortlisted for the Visit East Midlands Tourism Awards 2027, recognising local businesses helping to make our region a leading visitor destination.
Peak Edge Hotel, The Red Lion Restaurant at Peak Edge and Matlock Farm Park are among the Chesterfield Champions named on the shortlist, alongside other businesses from across Chesterfield and Derbyshire.
Havendale, based in Chesterfield, has also been shortlisted for New Tourism Business of the Year, joining a wider group of finalists recognised across 14 categories.
The awards celebrate excellence across accommodation, attractions, food and drink and visitor experiences, as well as the people whose work helps create memorable experiences for visitors.
Delivered by Visit Peak District, Derbyshire & Derby, the VisitEngland-accredited Local Visitor Economy Partnership, the awards recognise excellence, innovation, sustainability and outstanding customer experiences across Derbyshire’s £3.58 billion visitor economy.
The awards form part of the Visit East Midlands Tourism Awards programme, bringing together the established tourism awards programmes for Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire under a shared regional banner and showcasing the breadth of the region’s visitor offer.
Finalists will progress to the final round of independent judging, which includes mystery visits to help determine the winners.
The winners will be announced at the Visit East Midlands Tourism Awards ceremony on Wednesday, 10th March 2027 at Crowne Plaza Nottingham, bringing together finalists from Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.
Gold winners in eligible categories will also have the opportunity to represent the East Midlands at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence, competing for some of the highest accolades in English tourism.
Jo Dilley, Managing Director of Visit Peak District & Derbyshire, said:
“We’re delighted to reveal the shortlist for the Visit East Midlands Tourism Awards – Derbyshire and to celebrate the exceptional businesses, experiences and individuals who continue to make Derbyshire such a fantastic place to visit.
“The response to this year’s awards demonstrates the strength and ambition of our visitor economy. From accommodation providers and attractions to food and drink businesses and unique visitor experiences, our finalists represent the quality, innovation and commitment that can be found right across Derbyshire.
“The Visit East Midlands Tourism Awards provide an exciting opportunity to build on the success of our previous destination awards while giving Derbyshire businesses an even stronger regional platform. We look forward to celebrating all our finalists and recognising their achievements at the awards ceremony next year.”
Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward said:
“These awards are a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the people, businesses and organisations that make the East Midlands such a special place to visit. From our vibrant cities and market towns to our stunning countryside and world-class attractions our visitor economy plays a vital role in supporting jobs, businesses and local communities across the region.
“I am proud of the passion, creativity and dedication shown by those working in tourism and hospitality, and these awards shine a spotlight on their achievements. The East Midlands has so much to offer, and by recognising the very best of our visitor economy, we can continue to showcase our region to more visitors and help put the East Midlands firmly on the map.
Congratulations to all those shortlisted and nominated.”
2027 Visit East Midlands Tourism Awards – Derbyshire: The 2027 Shortlist:
Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award
Carsington Water, Ashbourne
Peak Edge Hotel, Chesterfield
Rosliston Forestry Centre & Environmental Education Project, Swadlincote
B&B and Guest House of the Year
The Ashford Arms, Ashford-in-the-Water
Underleigh House B&B, Hope Valley
The George Hathersage
Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year
Hartington Hills, near Buxton
3Trees Glamping, Wirksworth
Darwin Forest, Matlock
Experience of the Year
Thornbridge Estate, Ashford-in-the-Water
Pub Tours Ltd
Buxton Crescent – Champneys, Buxton
Hotel of the Year
The Peacock at Rowsley
The Cavendish at Baslow
Wildhive Callow Hall, Ashbourne
New Tourism Business of the Year
The Outside-Inn Wirksworth
Havendale, Chesterfield
Poms Ashbourne
Pub of the Year
The Ashford Arms, Ashford-in-the-Water
The George Hathersage
The Bull’s Head, Fopllow
Regenerative Tourism Award
Mulino Lodge – Farm & Retreat, Ashbourne
Morley Hayes, Derby
Rivendale Lodge Retreat Ltd, Ashbourne
Self Catering Accommodation of the Year
Raven House Farm, Tibshelf
Derbyshire Staycations, Bakewell
Muse Escapes, Buxton
Taste of Derbyshire – Cafe / Tearoom
on the bridge, New Mills
The Penny Pot Café, Edale
Village Green, Eyam
Taste of Derbyshire – Restaurant
The Peacock at Rowsley
The Red Lion Restaurant at Peak Edge, Chesterfield
Morley Hayes, Derbyshire
Team of the Year Award
New Bath Hotel Lido, Matlock Bath
The Peacock at Rowsley Team
Matlock Farm Park
Tourism Young Achiever Award
Jaimee Truss-Clarke, Derby Museums
Angel Williamson, Pub Tours Ltd
Ethan Torr, Buxton Civic Association
Visitor Attraction of the Year
Carsington Water, Ashbourne
The Children’s Country House at Sudbury
Museum of Making, Derby
Details of the Visit East Midlands Tourism Awards – Derbyshire can be found at: www.visitpeakdistrict.com/tourism-awards
Details of the Visit East Midlands Tourism Awards – Nottinghamshire can be found at: www.visit-nottinghamshire.co.uk/nottinghamshire-tourism-awards
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Peak Edge Hotel, and Matlock Farm Park are among more than 200 Chesterfield organisations that are proud to support the local economy, working closely with Destination Chesterfield to showcase Chesterfield and North Derbyshire as a destination to live, work, visit and invest.
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