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Celebrating ASVA Members at the Scottish Thistle Awards

Added: 07 Oct 2025

We’re delighted to celebrate our ASVA members who have been named regional finalists in this year’s Scottish Thistle Awards. These outstanding attractions and experiences represent the very best of Scotland’s tourism industry.

Regional winners now move forward to the national stage, with the overall champions to be announced at the Scottish Thistle Awards National Final on 20th November 2025 at the Hilton Glasgow. The event will also see the presentation of the prestigious Silver Thistle Award, recognising exceptional and lasting contributions to Scottish tourism.

Congratulations to all our members on this fantastic achievement!

Central & East of Scotland
Best Visitor Attraction – Edinburgh Zoo 
Climate Action Award – Edinburgh Zoo 
Employer of the Year – The Real Mary King’s Close 
Individual of the Year – The Real Mary King’s Close 
Innovation Award – HMS Unicorn 
Inclusion Award – Camera Obscura & World of Illusion 

West of Scotland
Best Visitor Attraction – The Tall Ship Glenlee 
Climate Action Award – Robert Burns Birthplace Museum (NTS) 
Innovation Award – Glasgow Life Museums 

Aberdeen City & Shire
Climate Action Award – Aberdeen Archives, Gallery and Museums 

South of Scotland
Best Visitor Attraction – Trimontium Museum, Melrose 
Inclusion Award – The Great Tapestry of Scotland, Galashiels 

Highlands & Islands
Best Visitor Attraction – Highland Wildlife Park 
Rising Star – Grace Robinson, Loch Ness Hub & Travel