16th REYTAs searching for East Yorkshire tourism champions

The REYTAs have become one of the area’s most prestigious business awards programmes, helping tourism businesses gain recognition locally, regionally and nationally.

Organised by Visit Hull and East Yorkshire (VHEY), the awards recognise excellence across the visitor economy, from attractions, accommodation providers and hospitality venues to events, experiences and food and drink businesses.

Eligible winners of the REYTAs are put forward for the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence, underlining the role they play in showcasing Hull and East Yorkshire on the national stage.

The 2026 REYTAs categories are: Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award; Business Events Venue of the Year; Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year; Regenerative Tourism Award; Experience of the Year; Large Hotel of the Year; Small Serviced Accommodation of the Year; New Tourism Business of the Year; Pub of the Year; Self-Catering Accommodation of the Year; Taste of East Yorkshire Award; Visitor Attraction of the Year.

The deadline for entries is midnight on Friday, July 31, other than for the Remarkable Tourism Event of the Year, which has a deadline of Monday, August 31.

Chris Blacksell, chair of VHEY, said: “The REYTAs have developed into much more than an awards ceremony. They are a celebration of an industry that contributes enormously to the economy, reputation and identity of Hull and East Yorkshire.

“The awards have highlighted the businesses and individuals who continually raise standards and create memorable experiences for visitors. Every year we see remarkable stories of innovation, resilience and ambition.

“The REYTAs provide a platform to celebrate excellence, share success stories and demonstrate the quality of the visitor experiences that continue to strengthen Hull and East Yorkshire’s reputation as a destination.”

Visit https://visithullandeastyorkshire.co.uk/remarkable-east-yorkshire-tourism-awards/ for more information about the REYTAs and to enter,