2026 Sponsors

Blackpool & the Fylde College

Headline sponsor

B&FC for Business is the Fylde Coast’s leading workforce development and apprenticeship provider and has decades of experience co-creating solutions which help boost companies’ productivity.

As a college that specialises in technical and professional qualifications, the college are ideally positioned to equip existing and new employees with the latest skills and training to meet the evolving demands of business in the twenty first century.

Whilst B&FC appreciate that businesses need to address their current skills gaps, the proactive approach means that the college are also in the business of helping companies to futureproof their organisations so that they can thrive not just now but in the future.

B&FC understand that in a rapidly changing marketplace, even one which offers numerous opportunities for growth, it can be difficult to keep pace with innovation.   That’s why having a training partner like B&FC by your side to guide the development of your team is invaluable when it comes to meeting the challenges ahead.

BAE Systems

Trophy sponsor

At BAE Systems, the advanced defence technology protects people and national security, and keeps critical information and infrastructure secure.

Always searching for new ways to provide customers with a competitive edge across the air, maritime, land and cyber domains.  BAE employs a skilled workforce over 85,800 people, in more than 40 countries, and work closely with local partners to support economic development by transferring knowledge, skills and technology.

A group of talented second-year craft apprentices at BAE Systems will create handmade trophies for the Lancashire Tourism Awards 2026.   The trophies are a unique addition to the awards programme and it’s another way in which to salute the emerging talent of the county for the winners and those who have crafted these bespoke pieces.

B & D Print Services

Printing partner

Established over 45 years, supplying quality printing and mailing to customers nationwide.  B & D are committed to delivering a reliable, flexible and responsive service.   Operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week and offering a key account management structure.  Each customer having their own personal account handler.  In-house technical support is available to all customers providing a start to finish seamless service.

Continuous investment in technology along with skilled and dedicated staff have made B & D a very successful company.  Being located in a convenient position for the motorway network system, enables easy access the whole of the United Kingdom.

Blackpool Gazette

Media partner

The Blackpool Gazette is the Fylde coast’s leading newsbrand, providing high quality coverage across the resort.  Launched in 1871, the Blackpool Gazette reports on the stories that matter most to its readers and prides itself on campaigning for those most in need.

Led by editor Vanessa Sims, the talented team pride themselves on producing only trusted, quality local news.  The people and businesses of the Fylde coast are at the heart of everything the team does and supporting the Lancashire Tourism Awards is something they do with pride.

Conferences and Events at Burnley Football CLub

Judging host

Burnley’s premium destination for events.  Turf Moor, live and breathe incredible events.  From premium spaces to an expert team of co-ordinators, Burnley Football Club’s stadium is one of East Lancashire’s top venues for weddings, conferences, parties and more.

With ten versatile rooms and eight executive boxes, every event has its perfect setting.  The Longside Lounge and the Centenary Suite deliver wow-factor conferences with stunning pitch views, while the Bob Lord Dr Iven Suite offers an elegant backdrop for wedding receptions.  For more intimate gatherings, the sleek pitch-view executive boxes are ideal for private meetings.  If you’re after a more contemporary feel, the Jimmy McIlroy Suite combines modern design with a sports-bar vibe.  Featuring two bars, street-food options, pitch views and its own exclusive entrance, it’s the perfect choice for parties and receptions of up to 325 guests.  Whichever stand-out space you choose, you’ll enjoy an electric atmosphere, award-winning catering, and the support of a passionate events team, all at the heart of your local club in Burnley.

HARRISON DRURY SOLICITORS

Category sponsor

With over 100 years of experience advising businesses and individuals, Harrison Drury is an award winning and Legal 500 recommended law firm, with offices across the North West in Preston, Garstang, Lancaster, Clitheroe and Kendal.  A people business with relationships at the heart.  The strength of the business is fundamentally rooted in the relationships with clients and communities which are formed, maintained, and enhanced by the people who work at Harrison Drury and the service they provide.  A working environment is created at Harrison Drury which attracts ambitious, talented and dynamic people who will provide the services clients want and need both now and in the future.

Harrison Drury have a team of solicitors across a range of legal disciplines who have significant experience in supporting businesses operating in the leisure sector.   They have a passion for the leisure sector, are advocates for the industry, and have a wealth of experience in providing services to the sector.  Harrison Drury combine the best of both worlds for their clients, providing the latest legal knowledge and insight with real experience of your sector.

Insight6

Judging partner

Insight6 is a customer experience (CX) specialist with a team covering the entire UK and Ireland.  Working with over 1,200 clients to measure, through the range of CX tools, the entire end-to-end customer journey.

Customer experience is fast becoming the number one reason why a customer would choose your business, overtaking price as the key brand differentiator.  Using their unique icx6 model, insight6 can partner you to map, train and motivate your team to provide an unforgettable customer experience.

The team of highly experienced customer experience directors each have brilliant local knowledge on the businesses within their region.  The CXD team has individual expertise in a number of sectors including law, pharmaceutical, retail and education and provide the very best service when it comes to training and mentoring.  When you work with insight6, transformation comes as standard.

Lancashire Business View

Media partner

The must-read magazine for commerce and industry in the region. Its pages contain news, analysis and opinion on the issues that affect business in Lancashire. There is key information that can help businesses flourish, and entertaining features on the personalities behind the headlines. Lancashire Business View is mailed direct to 8,000 high-ranking decision makers and therefore provides an unbeatable advertising platform for companies and organisations wishing to raise their profile in the county.

Lancashire Life

Media Partner

For almost 80 years Lancashire Life has celebrated the best of the Red Rose County, the people, places and businesses that make this such a wonderful place to live, work and visit.  Today, with its first female editor, Chantelle Dietz, at the helm, the magazine is looking firmly to the future, championing the innovation, creativity and spirit that drive Lancashire forward.

The title has always taken pride in supporting Lancashire’s tourism and hospitality sector, which remains the beating heart of so much that happens here.  Chantelle says: ‘I’m very excited to be supporting the Lancashire Tourism Awards and celebrating the outstanding talent and passion that make this county so special.’

Lancashire Post

Media partner

The Lancashire Post is the county’s leading newsbrand, providing high quality coverage across the whole of Lancashire.  Launched on October 18, 1886, the Lancashire Post reports on the stories that matter most to its readers and prides itself on campaigning for those most in need.

Led by editor Vanessa Sims, the talented team pride themselves on producing only trusted, quality local news.  The people and businesses of Lancashire are at the heart of everything the team does and supporting the Lancashire Tourism Awards is something they do with pride.

Lancashire Telegraph

Media Partner

The Lancashire Telegraph was first published in 1886 and ever since has been at the heart of the community.  The newspaper, part of the Newsquest Media Group family, predominantly covers its traditional patch of East Lancashire, while the website has a more regional approach to reporting on the county.  The team prides itself on providing the very best local journalism to readers, be that live blogging the latest trial from Crown court, reporting from the scene of a major incident, holding local politicians to account, celebrating a new business opening or providing a voice to the voiceless.

Richard Duggan, Regional Editor North West at Newsquest and Editor of the Lancashire Telegraph, said: ‘We are thrilled to once again partner and sponsor the Lancashire Tourism Awards, this is a brilliant opportunity to celebrate our amazing county and the people that make it such a special place to call home. It’s always a night to remember where we cheer on the crème de la crème of Lancashire.’

Links Signs and Graphics

Category sponsor

Links Signs and Graphics have a long association with the leisure industry and it remains a very important sector to the business, over the years they have formed strong links with many of the major names who are active across the Fylde Coast and further afield.

Links Signs and Graphics are more than just a signmaker, creating full colour signage and display graphics, small, large and super-wide formats for use indoors or outdoors.  This includes applications such as exhibition stands, illuminated displays, signage, billboards, ambient media and many more bespoke items.

Musique

Entertainment partner

Musique deliver outstanding entertainment for exclusive events across the north west and beyond.  Featuring a range of party bands, show bands, acoustic artists and DJ live options for a mesmerising and unforgettable party.

Musique also transform leisure and hospitality venues through music policy and playlists; audio systems and acoustic design and live music programming.

Ready to work with wedding couples, event organisers or venue managers looking to use the power of music to take your guests’ experience to the next level.

North Lancs Training Group

Category sponsor

For more than 55 years North Lancs Training Group (NLTG) has successfully worked in partnership with employers to design and deliver training and qualifications.  From their Lancashire headquarters NLTG deliver funded and commercial courses, including apprenticeships and industry recognised certifications.  Specialisms include all aspects of hospitality as well as leadership and management, customer service, marketing and administration.

From Michelin Starred restaurants and luxury spa hotels to local cafes and bars, NLTG is working with companies across the region and understand how valuable tourism is to Lancashire.  They are proud of their role in supporting the sector to thrive.

PM+M

Category sponsor
Family Run/Owned Business Award

With over 100 years of experience in advising local businesses and individuals, PM+M is recognised as one of the leading chartered accountancy, business advisory and financial planning firms in Lancashire.

PM+M’s team of over 165 specialists provide services to meet all financial requirements (whether business-related or personal), spanning all areas of audit, accounting and advisory, cloud accounting, corporate finance, financial planning, payroll and tax.  With deep roots in Lancashire, PM+M is incredibly proud to support the local business community, offering fresh thinking, diverse skills and industry insights to assist clients of all sizes across a range of sectors, including a wealth of experience acting for clients in the leisure sector.