- Best Visitor Attraction Awarded to the Gretna Green Experience.
- The Famous Blacksmiths Gretna Green Experience offers an immersive journey through captivating tales of romance and enduring love of Gretna Green.
- The Scottish Thistle Awards recognise excellence in the Scottish tourism, hospitality, and events industry. The regional final took place on October 3rd , 2024.
- Gretna Green is now in the running for Best Visitor Attraction award in the Scottish Thistle Awards National Final in November 2024.
Gretna Green, the family-owned wedding, hospitality, retail, and experience destination, is thrilled to announce that it has won the award for Best Visitor Attraction award at the prestigious Scottish Thistle Awards Regional Final.
The Scottish Thistle Awards have shone a spotlight on the best of the tourism industry for the past 30 years. The regional final for southwest Scotland was held on the 3rd of October 2024. Winning this Regional Award now places Gretna Green in the running for the Scottish Thistle Awards National Final, which will take place in November 2024, where they will compete against Scotland’s best attractions.
Following a £1 million investment in 2022, the Famous Blacksmiths Gretna Green Experience, the UK’s first immersive visitor attraction dedicated to love and marriage, takes guests on a journey through the captivating stories of romance, elopements, and enduring love. Featuring treasured artefacts like love letters and marriage records, the experience showcases the timeless essence of Gretna Green’s romantic heritage. The experience highlights Gretna Green’s romantic heritage and the vision of the Mackie/Houston family, who has been continuously investing since 1885 into the Famous Blacksmiths Shop and the surround area into an iconic destination.
Gretna Hall, part of the Gretna Green Group, was a proud to be a finalist shortlisted for Best Hotel Experience. With its rich history, picturesque surroundings, and excellent customer service, the hotel has become synonymous with remarkable stays weddings and memorable celebrations.
Winning the award for Best Visitor Attraction is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the entire team at Gretna Green, ensuring every guest leaves with an unforgettable experience.
John Holliday, Chairman of Gretna Green, expressed his delight at the recognition: “We are honoured to receive this prestigious award, which is a reflection of the passion, commitment, and excellence of our entire team. At Gretna Green, we strive to create exceptional and memorable experiences for all our visitors, and this recognition reinforces our dedication to providing world-class hospitality.”
