Stubcroft Farm Campsite in Sussex has received three Gold Awards at the 2025–2026 Beautiful South Tourism & Hospitality Awards, including the title of Camping & Caravanning Park of the Year.
The awards ceremony took place at the Grand Hotel in Brighton, bringing together professionals from across the UK tourism sector. Awards were presented by radio and television presenter Toby Anstis.
The family-run campsite won Gold Awards in the categories of Accessible and Inclusive Tourism, as well as being the first recipients of the newly introduced Regenerative Tourism award.
The Beautiful South Tourism & Hospitality Awards are organized by Tourism South East and Visit England, the national tourism body responsible for setting accommodation standards across the UK. Entries are assessed on criteria including facility quality, customer service, environmental impact, accessibility, and inclusivity.
Stubcroft Farm has previously been recognised for its sustainable practices, including the Federation of Small Businesses’ UK Sustainable Business of the Year, Green Tourism’s Gold Award, and Quality in Tourism’s Gold Award for Responsible, Ethical, and Sustainable Tourism.
According to SussexWorld, the campsite has also received its eighth consecutive TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award this year.
Managing Director Simon Green commented: “It is great to receive these awards and we would like to thank our fantastic staff & customers for making this possible and Nell Barrington, Fran Downton and the team at the Beautiful South Awards for organising the awards. We extend our congratulations to all the winners in the other award categories.
“Today’s customers are increasingly choosing high-quality UK holidays that are eco-friendly and provide value for money. At Stubcroft, we aim to combine that with great customer service to provide a memorable holiday experience for everyone, and we are now planning our new 2026 season.”
For industry professionals, the awards underscore a continuing trend in the UK tourism sector toward sustainable, accessible, and community-focused accommodations. Campsites and glamping sites that integrate environmental responsibility and inclusivity into their operations may gain competitive advantages, reflecting changing guest expectations and regulatory priorities.