A family-run hotel near York is one of the top three in England, as judged by prestigious national awards.
Sandburn Hall, Flaxton, has made it to the final three best large hotels in the country in this June’s VisitEngland Awards for Excellence.
It follows the venue’s triumph in the VisitYork Tourism Awards.
Set amid a 1,000-acre country estate, Sandburn Hall is one of Yorkshire’s leading hospitality, golf, wedding, events and business venues, including a 40-bedroom hotel, 18-hole championship golf course, Grand Hall and Tykes Restaurant.
In winning the VisitYork awards, judges said that Sandburn Hall is “a hotel with a clear identity and truly living its values.
“Being family owned and independent is a real point of difference which gives the opportunity to create a unique atmosphere. Working with a number of local suppliers and attractions speaks to a commitment to the Yorkshire hospitality community.”
It is up against Mallory Court Hotel & Spa, Leamington Spa, and Titanic Hotel, Liverpool, with the winner due to be announced at the Brighton Dome Corn Exchange on 4 June.
James Hogg, director of Sandburn Hall, said: “To say we are pleased would be an understatement.
“This is such an affirmation of everything our team has done at Sandburn Hall over more than 20 years and reflects the loyalty of our customers and the faith they put in us each and every time they visit.
“By putting a real emphasis on a high quality offering and competitive pricing with a friendly and knowledgeable and professional service Sandburn Hall has been able to thrive and grow.”
This recognition for Sandburn Hall follows the redesign and relaunch of Tykes Restaurant, which this year celebrates its 20th anniversary, and the installation of 1,000 solar panels generating approximately half of the site’s electricity consumption, working with Yorkshire-based Zenergy Solar.