Northumberland hotel and restaurant Battlesteads, near Wark, has been shortlisted for what is widely considered the Oscars of the hospitality industry – the Hotel Cateys 2024.
Battlesteads has been shortlisted for the Sustainable Hotel of the Year Award and will be going up against the best of British hospitality at the awards ceremony, held on 25 November 2024 at Park Plaza, Westminster Bridge.
The Hotel Cateys, now in their 17th year, recognise the most talented individuals, biggest brands and strongest performers in the hospitality industry. The shortlist was chosen by a panel of industry judges selected for their expertise and industry knowledge, making the Hotel Cateys the ultimate accolade in peer group recognition.
General Manager of Battlesteads Katie Meyrick, said: “The Hotel Cateys represent the best of the best in the hospitality industry, so I am absolutely thrilled that Battlesteads has been shortlisted this year. Over the past 15 years we have been striving to be the most sustainable hotel in the country, as well as championing tourism in Northumberland, and it feels fantastic to be recognised for this by the judges. We’ll be keeping our fingers crossed for the ceremony in November, and hoping we bring back the trophy!”
Battlesteads offers a sustainable tourism experience combining a warm Northumberland welcome, accommodation including five eco-lodges, a restaurant showcasing the best local produce and home-grown ingredients, and a Dark Sky Observatory where visitors can discover the magic of the night skies.
