Popular Isle of Wight attractions and a festival have been recognised for prestigious tourism awards. 

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, Tom's Eco Lodge at Tapnell Farm, Old Mill Holiday Park and the Isle of Wight Walking Festival have all been made finalists or commended by the 2024 Tourism South East Beautiful South Tourism Awards. 

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary has been made a finalist in the Large Visitor Attraction of the Year category, with its cafe also a finalist in the Cafe/Tearoom of the Year category.

Tom’s Eco Lodge at Tapnell Farm in Yarmouth is shortlisted for Glamping Business of the Year, and Old Mill Holiday Park in St Helens has been commended in the Holiday Park of the Year category.

The 2024 Isle of Wight Walking Festival has also been made a finalist in the Tourism Event / Festival of the Year category.

Finalists will have to wait until Tuesday, December 10 to find out whether they've won in an awards ceremony hosted by Toby Anstis in Brighton.

Fran Downton, chief executive of Tourism South East, said “We are thrilled to announce the finalists for this year's Beautiful South Awards, which highlight the outstanding achievements in tourism excellence across South East England. 

"These finalists reflect the spirit of innovation and dedication of businesses to make our destination a fantastic place for visitors and residents.”