Sidmouth Information Centre has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning the prestigious Gold Award for Visitor Information Service of the Year 2024-2025 at the Devon Tourism Awards.
Sidmouth Information Centre has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning the prestigious Gold Award for Visitor Information Service of the Year 2024-2025 at the Devon Tourism Awards. This notable achievement was celebrated on Thursday, November 21, when Tim Shardlow and Joy Carlyle proudly accepted the trophy and certificate on behalf of the team.
The award recognizes the Centre's exceptional commitment to providing outstanding service to visitors, showcasing Sidmouth as a prime destination within Devon. Remarkably, this accolade comes in the Information Centre's first year of entering the awards, making the achievement even more special.
The team expressed their delight and gratitude for being honored with this prestigious accreditation. “It’s an incredible recognition of the hard work and dedication of everyone involved,” said a spokesperson for the Centre.
The award trophy and certificate are now proudly displayed at the Information Centre, a testament to the team's success and commitment to excellence. The celebratory evening was shared with other top tourism professionals and businesses from across Devon.
Sidmouth Town Council has expressed immense pride in the Centre’s accomplishment, underscoring its role in enhancing the town’s reputation and welcoming visitors with excellence and professionalism.

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