We are absolutely thrilled to share some exciting news—Goldstone Hall Hotel has been awarded Gold in the ‘Small Serviced Accommodation Provider of the Year’ category at the prestigious West Midlands Tourism Awards 2025! The awards ceremony took place on Tuesday, 18th March at Edgbaston Stadium, and this incredible achievement automatically qualifies us to enter the Visit England Award for Excellence in June. This means we now have the chance to be recognised as national champions – wish us luck!

The evening was hosted by the brilliant radio, TV, and sports broadcaster Amber Sandhu, with fantastic entertainment from B:Music Young Performers and music group W!RED. The awards were organised by the West Midlands Growth Company, which leads the West Midlands Destination Development Partnership.

During the ceremony, Sharon Thompson, Deputy Mayor of the West Midlands, highlighted the vital role tourism plays in our region, supporting more than 143,000 jobs and attracting over 145 million visitors each year. She described the awards as a wonderful way to celebrate the people and businesses that make the West Midlands such a vibrant destination.

Judges commenting on Goldstone Hall Hotel & Gardens application said that they: “loved their locally sourced ethos, stunning gardens, and strong vision for the future. The gardens and hotel truly blend together to create a unique, immersive stay.”

 “The business excels in its food and beverage offer. All products are of very high quality and time is taken to source food that is local and in season. This is supported by the onsite kitchen garden and whilst visiting I witnessed food harvested for the evenings dinner menu. The chefs menu planning being driven by what was ready for harvest. All rooms were well appointed and clean, with nice touches such as garden produce left for guests in the room along with homemade treats.”

Reflecting on this achievement, our co-owner, John Cushing, shared his gratitude:

“Winning Gold as Best Small Hotel in the  Midlands at this year’s Tourism Awards is an incredible honour. It reflects the dedication of our team and the significant investments we’ve made in staff training, enhancing our bedrooms, outdoor dining area, and restaurant. Seeing our guests enjoy these thoughtful upgrades has been truly rewarding, and this recognition makes it all the more special.

“We warmly invite both new and returning guests to experience everything Goldstone has to offer. Whether it’s a leisurely visit to our five-acre RHS Partner Garden or a delicious lunch in our restaurant, there’s something special to discover. Head Chef Maggie and team create exceptional dishes using bountiful homegrown produce from our one-acre kitchen garden, including heritage and heirloom vegetables you won’t find in supermarkets. Conveniently located just off the A41, we look forward to welcoming you soon.”

“I am particularly proud that we are making the generational shift so successfully with modern sophistication backed by generous hospitality and a real welcome.”

The 2025 West Midlands Tourism Awards took place during English Tourism Week (14-23 March), a national initiative that highlights the importance of tourism to local communities and economies. Tourism remains one of England’s largest and most valuable sectors, supporting millions of jobs and contributing significantly to the economy.

As we celebrate this milestone, we remain committed to offering outstanding hospitality and unforgettable experiences at Goldstone. Thank you to all our guests, supporters, and team members—this achievement belongs to all of us!