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    The Stratford-upon-Avon Awards ∙ 2023

    The SUA Awards is the independent awards for Stratford-upon-Avon. We celebrate the very best of this exciting, interesting, and historical destination. From town centre tea rooms and major attractions to countryside dining pubs and experiences a little further afield, Stratford-upon-Avon has something great to offer everyone.

    2023 WINNERS

    We’re wildly excited to finally be able to announce the WINNERS OF THE STRATFORD-UPON-AVON AWARDS 2023. We received hundreds of nominations for businesses in the town who are all just plain awesome and so fabulous at what they do that their customers and fans felt there should be an award with their name on it!

    Every single business nominated, has been voted for by the public in The Stratford-upon-Avon Awards. On 18 December 2023, the winners are announced… they are:

    Best Hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: Hotel Indigo

    Best Boutique Hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: Stratford Townhouse

    Best Pub with Rooms in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: The Bell Alderminster

    Best Bed & Breakfast in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: Avonlea Bed & Breakfast

    Best Holiday Cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: Wren Cottage

    Best Restaurant in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: The Boat House

    Best Fine Dining Restaurant in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: Lambs

    Best Dining Pub in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: The Baraset Barn

    Best Cafe in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: Boston Tea Party

    Best Tea Room in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: The Fourteas

    Best Drinks Producer in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: Shakespeare Distillery

    Best Shopping Experience in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: For Something Different

    Best Tour Company in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: Stratford Town Walk

    Best Museum in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: The Mad Museum

    Best Gallery in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: Montpellier Gallery

    Best Gym in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: Bannatyne Wildmoor Spa

    Artist of the Year in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: Ilona Pike

    Best Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: The RSC

    Best Event in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: The Victorian Christmas Market

    Best Experience in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: Stratford Town Walk

    Best Attraction in Stratford-upon-Avon 2023: Stratford Butterfly Farm

    Love Stratford-upon-Avon

    The SUA Awards was created in 2016 (when we were known as Stratford-upon-Avon Online) and following a break for a few years due to the pandemic, it is now back. It is a completely free and independent yearly award for Stratford-upon-Avon; all businesses are nominated and voted for by the public.

     

    Terms & Conditions

    Nominations closed on 19 November 2023. All nominated businesses and people were be entered into the vote. 

    Voting opened on 20 November 2023. Voting closed on the 17 December 2023.

    On 18 December 2023 all winners were announced and each will receive a certificate with their BEST ________ IN STRATFORD-UPON-AVON 2023 title to use online and in their marketing and PR material.

    Nominations will only be accepted for businesses, organisations and individuals based and doing business in the greater Stratford-upon-Avon area. Nominations may be submitted by anyone, including the owner of the nominated business or by any member of their respective teams. There is no limit to the number of nominations submitted by an individual.

    The businesses, organisations and individuals who receive the most votes in each category will be announced as winners. Only the winners in each category will be made public.

    When you vote online, your email will be placed on our mailing list. We will not share your details with anyone else. You are free to unsubscribe at any time. If you do not want your email address to be placed on the mailing lists, you may send your nominations and/or votes to mette@lovesua.com.

     

     

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    The sun is finally shining overStratford-upon-Avon today... we're in for a lovely weekend, I think. #LoveStratfordUponAvon
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    Springtime🌸 #LoveStratfordUponAvon
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    The free exhibition at @thersc: The Play’s The Thing. It’s fabulous.. go see the costumes and props, and have a play 🎭 #LoveStratfordUponAvon
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    The free exhibition at @thersc: The Play’s The Thing. It’s fabulous.. go see the costumes and props, and have a play 🎭 #LoveStratfordUponAvon
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    Nipped into @thersc today. This is so impressive… inspired by Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo & Juliet’ 🎭 If you want to see it for yourself, enter the building through the side entrance on the right across from The Arden, it’s upstairs. #LoveStratfordUponAvon
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    Nipped into @thersc today. This is so impressive… inspired by Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo & Juliet’ 🎭 If you want to see it for yourself, enter the building through the side entrance on the right across from The Arden, it’s upstairs. #LoveStratfordUponAvon
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    Can never get enough of @thersc building... especially looking at it and appreciating it from the riverside. #LoveStratfordUponAvon #stratforduponavon #shakespeare This lovely pic is by @stratforduponavonadayinthelife 📸
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    Can never get enough of @thersc building... especially looking at it and appreciating it from the riverside. #LoveStratfordUponAvon #stratforduponavon #shakespeare This lovely pic is by @stratforduponavonadayinthelife 📸
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    Lunch and a bit of retail therapy today… at @hudsons_stratford, one of our all-time favourites! #LoveStratfordUponAvon
    Lunch and a bit of retail therapy today… at @hudsons_stratford, one of our all-time favourites! #LoveStratfordUponAvon
    Lunch and a bit of retail therapy today… at @hudsons_stratford, one of our all-time favourites! #LoveStratfordUponAvon
    Lunch and a bit of retail therapy today… at @hudsons_stratford, one of our all-time favourites! #LoveStratfordUponAvon
    Lunch and a bit of retail therapy today… at @hudsons_stratford, one of our all-time favourites! #LoveStratfordUponAvon
    Lunch and a bit of retail therapy today… at @hudsons_stratford, one of our all-time favourites! #LoveStratfordUponAvon
    Lunch and a bit of retail therapy today… at @hudsons_stratford, one of our all-time favourites! #LoveStratfordUponAvon
    Lunch and a bit of retail therapy today… at @hudsons_stratford, one of our all-time favourites! #LoveStratfordUponAvon
    Lunch and a bit of retail therapy today… at @hudsons_stratford, one of our all-time favourites! #LoveStratfordUponAvon
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    Lunch and a bit of retail therapy today… at @hudsons_stratford, one of our all-time favourites! #LoveStratfordUponAvon
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    How cute is the balloon arch at @pinksageflowers? 🎈 Love it…. Happy Valentine’s Week 🌹❤️
    How cute is the balloon arch at @pinksageflowers? 🎈 Love it…. Happy Valentine’s Week 🌹❤️
    How cute is the balloon arch at @pinksageflowers? 🎈 Love it…. Happy Valentine’s Week 🌹❤️
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    How cute is the balloon arch at @pinksageflowers? 🎈 Love it…. Happy Valentine’s Week 🌹❤️
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    Sunrise over Stratford Boat Club. #LoveStratfordUponAvon 📸 @wren_cottage_stay ∙ Give Wren Cottage a follow on Instagram ∙ So many wonderful snaps of Stratford-upon-Avon shared by Helen. Wren Cottage is a beautiful boutique holiday home Old Town, Stratford upon Avon ∙ 2 beds, garden, parking ∙ Voted Best Holiday Cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon in the Love Stratford-upon-Avon Awards 2023
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    Sunrise over Stratford Boat Club. #LoveStratfordUponAvon 📸 @wren_cottage_stay ∙ Give Wren Cottage a follow on Instagram ∙ So many wonderful snaps of Stratford-upon-Avon shared by Helen. Wren Cottage is a beautiful boutique holiday home Old Town, Stratford upon Avon ∙ 2 beds, garden, parking ∙ Voted Best Holiday Cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon in the Love Stratford-upon-Avon Awards 2023
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    EXPLORE OUR GREAT ATTRACTIONS Theatre lovers will want to attend the world-famous @thersc, which stages various performances in its home setting throughout the year, including works by Shakespeare and his contemporaries and plays by contemporary writers. Delve into the world of Shakespeare by exploring @shakespearebtrust and the many houses that show several stages of his life. Others of our favourite attractions include @stratforduponavonbutterfly, @magicalleystratford, @shakespearesschoolroom, and @the_mad_museum, all ensuring that there is something for everyone to enjoy, regardless of the weather. For those who want to explore further afield, walking tours, bus tours, and bicycle rentals are available. A particularly pleasant stroll leads from Stratford town centre to Anne Hathaway's Cottage, a beautifully picturesque thatched cottage where Shakespeare’s wife grew up. With its charming atmosphere, rich history, and diverse attractions, Stratford-upon-Avon is a destination that has something to offer everyone. #LoveStratfordUponAvon
    EXPLORE OUR GREAT ATTRACTIONS Theatre lovers will want to attend the world-famous @thersc, which stages various performances in its home setting throughout the year, including works by Shakespeare and his contemporaries and plays by contemporary writers. Delve into the world of Shakespeare by exploring @shakespearebtrust and the many houses that show several stages of his life. Others of our favourite attractions include @stratforduponavonbutterfly, @magicalleystratford, @shakespearesschoolroom, and @the_mad_museum, all ensuring that there is something for everyone to enjoy, regardless of the weather. For those who want to explore further afield, walking tours, bus tours, and bicycle rentals are available. A particularly pleasant stroll leads from Stratford town centre to Anne Hathaway's Cottage, a beautifully picturesque thatched cottage where Shakespeare’s wife grew up. With its charming atmosphere, rich history, and diverse attractions, Stratford-upon-Avon is a destination that has something to offer everyone. #LoveStratfordUponAvon
    EXPLORE OUR GREAT ATTRACTIONS Theatre lovers will want to attend the world-famous @thersc, which stages various performances in its home setting throughout the year, including works by Shakespeare and his contemporaries and plays by contemporary writers. Delve into the world of Shakespeare by exploring @shakespearebtrust and the many houses that show several stages of his life. Others of our favourite attractions include @stratforduponavonbutterfly, @magicalleystratford, @shakespearesschoolroom, and @the_mad_museum, all ensuring that there is something for everyone to enjoy, regardless of the weather. For those who want to explore further afield, walking tours, bus tours, and bicycle rentals are available. A particularly pleasant stroll leads from Stratford town centre to Anne Hathaway's Cottage, a beautifully picturesque thatched cottage where Shakespeare’s wife grew up. With its charming atmosphere, rich history, and diverse attractions, Stratford-upon-Avon is a destination that has something to offer everyone. #LoveStratfordUponAvon
    EXPLORE OUR GREAT ATTRACTIONS Theatre lovers will want to attend the world-famous @thersc, which stages various performances in its home setting throughout the year, including works by Shakespeare and his contemporaries and plays by contemporary writers. Delve into the world of Shakespeare by exploring @shakespearebtrust and the many houses that show several stages of his life. Others of our favourite attractions include @stratforduponavonbutterfly, @magicalleystratford, @shakespearesschoolroom, and @the_mad_museum, all ensuring that there is something for everyone to enjoy, regardless of the weather. For those who want to explore further afield, walking tours, bus tours, and bicycle rentals are available. A particularly pleasant stroll leads from Stratford town centre to Anne Hathaway's Cottage, a beautifully picturesque thatched cottage where Shakespeare’s wife grew up. With its charming atmosphere, rich history, and diverse attractions, Stratford-upon-Avon is a destination that has something to offer everyone. #LoveStratfordUponAvon
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    EXPLORE OUR GREAT ATTRACTIONS Theatre lovers will want to attend the world-famous @thersc, which stages various performances in its home setting throughout the year, including works by Shakespeare and his contemporaries and plays by contemporary writers. Delve into the world of Shakespeare by exploring @shakespearebtrust and the many houses that show several stages of his life. Others of our favourite attractions include @stratforduponavonbutterfly, @magicalleystratford, @shakespearesschoolroom, and @the_mad_museum, all ensuring that there is something for everyone to enjoy, regardless of the weather. For those who want to explore further afield, walking tours, bus tours, and bicycle rentals are available. A particularly pleasant stroll leads from Stratford town centre to Anne Hathaway's Cottage, a beautifully picturesque thatched cottage where Shakespeare’s wife grew up. With its charming atmosphere, rich history, and diverse attractions, Stratford-upon-Avon is a destination that has something to offer everyone. #LoveStratfordUponAvon
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