Polmanter Touring Park in St Ives, Cornwall, has received national recognition after being named the top site in England in the Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year category at the 2025 VisitEngland Awards for Excellence.
The announcement was made during the awards ceremony, which celebrates outstanding performance and visitor experience in the tourism sector across England.
The family-run park, which has been welcoming guests for more than 50 years, was awarded Gold for its continued focus on quality, service, and ongoing investment in its facilities.
Polmanter earned its place in the national finals after securing Gold at the 2024 Cornwall Tourism Awards, progressing from one of 1,800 entries submitted across 21 regional competitions.
According to Out&About Live, only three parks reached the final round in this category.
Owners Becki and Phill Osborne expressed appreciation for the recognition and the support they’ve received over the years.
“We’re absolutely delighted,” they said. “To receive national recognition for something we’ve poured our hearts into over generations is incredibly special. It’s a proud moment for our whole team, and for Cornish tourism.”
“Our guests mean everything to us – many have been coming for years, some for decades – and it’s their continued support, feedback, and loyalty that inspire us to keep improving.”
”We’re so proud to be part of their holiday traditions, and this award is as much a reflection of them as it is of us. We also want to thank our amazing staff, whose dedication and passion make Polmanter what it is.”
Located just outside the coastal town of St Ives, Polmanter Touring Park offers a range of accommodations, including spacious camping and touring pitches as well as self-catering lodgings.
The park provides amenities such as a heated outdoor pool, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor play areas, dog-friendly spaces, and the on-site Stable Bar and Restaurant.
For the 2025 season, Polmanter has introduced new upgrades, including enhanced shower blocks, free site-wide WiFi, and contactless laundry services, demonstrating its ongoing efforts to meet changing guest expectations.
For professionals in the outdoor hospitality and tourism sector, Polmanter’s recognition may serve as a benchmark for excellence and continuous improvement.
The park’s ability to maintain high standards, retain long-term guest loyalty, and invest in facility upgrades highlights the importance of reinvestment and guest-centric planning in today’s competitive market.
The VisitEngland Awards for Excellence are considered a leading accolade in the English tourism industry and are designed to highlight businesses that consistently deliver exceptional visitor experiences.