Tourism and hospitality business from across Kent are being invited to enter a top awards scheme.

The Beautiful South Tourism Awards cover a host of categories, with winners in the South East progressing to the national VisitEngland awards.

It is organised by Tourism South East, a non-profit organisation which supports the growth of tourism businesses and destinations.

The categories include pubs, cafés, and restaurants as well as accommodation, spa, wedding and business venues, attractions, events and experiences. There are also awards for unsung heroes, new businesses, dog-friendly, accessibility and sustainability.

Fran Downton from Tourism South East, said “Like many industries, in tourism quality counts and businesses at the top of their game should receive the recognition they deserve. We run the Beautiful South Awards each year so that these businesses can lead the way for the South East and inspire those around them.

“This year we are encouraging all those that hit the highest of standards to become involved and enter these prestigious regional awards and take the journey through to competing nationally.”

Entries must be submitted online by midnight on June 18.

Pre-bookable workshops are available to assist in completing entries.