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The National
8 hours ago
- Business
- The National
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. READ MORE: Fraudster jailed for 3 years over £550K Scottish tea scam 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.'
Daily Record
9 hours ago
- Daily Record
Scottish family run caravan park near Edinburgh crowned best in country
The park was awarded the prize for the second year in a row. A Scottish caravan park has been crowned the best in the country. Based near Edinburgh, the park received the coveted title for the second consecutive year. Linwater Caravan Park is a small family-run caravan park situated in Newbridge on the western fringe of the City of Edinburgh. It 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 team at Linwater is made up of a management couple, two sets of seasonal warden couples, and a housekeeping team of two. They were recognised for their exceptional customer service and continuous investment in the park's facilities, as well as their commitment to providing a consistently high-quality experience for guests. The caravan park welcomes visitors with tents, caravans, campervans, and motorhomes. It is also home to a selection of self-catering static caravans and lodges. In addition to its accommodation, Linwater offers an array of facilities. Among these is a small shop at reception that stocks a range of groceries, toys, camping supplies, and food. Elsewhere, its amenities block features heated showers with changing areas, privacy cubicles with wash hand basins, toilets, and urinals. There is also a fully accessible washroom and a separate en-suite family room with a bathtub and shower, as well as a baby changing area and complimentary hair dryers. The park also offers an outdoor seating area where guests can soak up some sun. It even has a dedicated dog walking area with a trail that leads to Almondell and Calderwood Country Park and the Union Canal towpath. Linwater Caravan Park Owner Katie Guinan commented: '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. "We're incredibly grateful to our loyal guests for their continued support, and we look forward to building on this success together." 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." As reported by the Daily Record, Mamma Mia in Stirling was named 'Restaurant of the Year' at the Scottish Hospitality Awards. Elsewhere, The Brig & Barrel in Belhaven took home the 'Pub/Inn Of The Year' prize.
The Herald Scotland
15 hours ago
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Caravan park wins 'best in Scotland' for second year running
The small, family-run park also earned the runner-up position in the overall award category – Hospitality Champion of the Year. Founded in 1998 by the Guinan family, Linwater Caravan Park offers 60 pitches for caravans, campervans, motorhomes, and tents, as well as a range of self-catering lodges and static caravans. READ MORE: Katie Guinan, Linwater Caravan Park Owner, 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. Linwater Caravan Park (Image: Supplied) 'We're incredibly grateful to our loyal guests for their continued support, and we look forward to building on this success together.' A spokesperson for The Scottish Hospitality Awards 2025 said: '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.'
