It’s been a busy month! We’ve seen over 25 members receive their first award or progress up to a new award level, marking some fantastic milestones across the network. We’ve also welcomed new members from England, Scotland, Dubai, Uganda, Australia, and Indonesia, reflecting the growing global reach of our community.
The Bonnie Wee Bothy is an off-grid, eco-friendly luxury bothy located on a family farm just outside East Linton in East Lothian, Scotland, offering a cosy, dog-friendly retreat near Edinburgh. With a private wood-fired sauna, outdoor bath, and no TV or Wi-Fi, it’s designed for guests looking to disconnect, unwind, and enjoy the area’s beaches, countryside, and coastal walks.
Best Western Premier Garden Hotel Entebbe is a contemporary hotel located in Entebbe, Uganda. Offering modern rooms, on-site dining, fitness facilities, and event spaces, it caters to both business and leisure travellers seeking international comfort with local hospitality.
The Grand is a five-star luxury hotel located in the heart of York. Set within the beautifully restored former headquarters of the North Eastern Railway, it offers elegant accommodation, award-winning dining, a luxury spa, and versatile spaces for weddings, events, and business stays.
Jura Distillery is located on the Isle of Jura, Scotland, where whisky has been produced since 1810. Renowned for its smooth, approachable single malts, it offers a range of award-winning whiskies inspired by the island’s rugged landscape and close-knit community.
New Members – June/July 2026
| Business Name | Location | Sector | Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marriott Executive Apartments Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai | Dubai | Hotel | Website |
| Little Umbrella Events | England | Events | Website |
| Foxlake adventures | Scotland | Activity Centre | Website |
| Bonnie Wee Bothy | Scotland | Self Catering | Website |
| Best Western Premier Garden Hotel Entebbe | Uganda | Hotel | Website |
| Wonderland Cottages | Australia | Other | Website |
| ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile | Scotland | Hotel | — |
| Divine Divers | Indonesia | Hotel | Website |
| Skye Cottage | Scotland | Self Catering | — |
| Wonderland Cottages | Australia | Other | Website |
Award Upgrades – June/July 2026
| Business Name | Location | Sector | Award | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Hotel | England | Hotel | Bronze | |
| Peak Edge Hotel | England | Hotel | Bronze | |
| Best Western Plus Addis Ababa | Ethopia | Hotel | Silver | |
| Our place in portland | England | Self Catering | Bronze | |
| The Grange Hampshire | England | Self Catering | Bronze | |
| The university of winchester | England | Conference Venue | Silver (retained) | |
| Kingston Country Courtyard | Dorset | Hotel | Silver | |
| The Lowry Hotel | England | Hotel | Silver | |
| The Grand York | England | Hotel | Silver | |
| The Francis Hotel | England | Hotel | Gold (retained) | |
| Gonana Guesthouse | South Africa | B & B | Bronze | |
| Best Wester Pearl Addis | Ethiopia | Hotel | Bronze | |
| Shakespeare’s England | England | Office | Bronze | — |
| Best Western Portos Warszawa | Poland | Hotel | Silver | |
| Thornbury Castle | England | Hotel | Bronze | |
| Langridge Highland Home | Scotland | Self Catering | Gold (retained) | |
| Mule Malu | Indonesia | Hotel | Bronze | — |
| Best Western Plus Elomaz Hotel | Nigeria | Hotel | Bronze | |
| The Priory Rooms | England | Conference Venue | Silver | |
| Mornacott Conservation | England | Self Catering | Silver | — |
| Marriott Executive Apartments Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai | UAE | Service Apartments | Bronze | — |
| Rock and Castle Escapes | Scotland | Self Catering | Bronze | — |
| Fettercairn Distillery | Scotland | Visitor Attraction | Gold | |
| Jura Distillery | Scotland | Visitor Attraction | Gold | |
| Dalmore Distillery | Scotland | Visitor Attraction | Gold |
