Family-run caravan park near Edinburgh named best in Scotland
Linwater Caravan Park, located in the village of Newbridge, 12 miles west of the Scottish capital, was named Best Caravan Park at the Scottish Hospitality Awards 2025, as well as receiving a runner-up position in the Hospitality Champion of the Year category.
The family firm, which was founded in 1998 by the Guinan family, was recognised for its customer service and continuous investment in the park's facilities, along with its commitment to providing a consistently high-quality experience for guests.
Open all year round, the holiday park offers holidaymakers pitches for caravans, motorhomes, campervans, and tents, alongside a range of self-catering holiday lodges and static caravans.
The site also boasts a fully equipped camper's kitchen, an onsite shop, a dog walking area, and a playpark.
Linwater owner Katie Guinan said she is 'incredibly grateful' to her loyal guests and is looking forward to the future of the park.
She said: 'We are absolutely thrilled to receive this award for a second year. To be recognised again by the Scottish Hospitality Awards is incredibly rewarding, especially knowing how many amazing parks we were up against.
'We're also hugely proud to have been named runners-up for the overall Hospitality Champion of the Year.
'This recognition is a true testament to the dedication and resilience of our small team, who continue to go above and beyond – especially at a time when rising business costs, including increases in employer National Insurance, have made things more challenging than ever.
'Their hard work, positivity, and commitment to providing the best guest experience is what keeps Linwater special.'
She added: 'We're incredibly grateful to our loyal guests for their continued support, and we look forward to building on this success together.'
In March, Linwater Caravan Park was named in this year's Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards – with the accolade given based on consistently high reviews on the travel site.
The park previously announced it is set to unveil a new static caravan terrace after pouring £200,000 into the project.
The family said it will transform a previously unused area into a 'stunning accommodation space,' featuring two new luxury lodges and six brand-new static caravans.
A spokesperson for The Scottish Hospitality Awards 2025 added: 'We are delighted to celebrate the outstanding contributions made by individuals and businesses across Scotland's hospitality sector.
'The winners and the shortlisted nominees reflect the very best of the industry—those who go above and beyond to deliver unforgettable guest experiences. Congratulations to all on their remarkable achievements.'
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