Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel & Golf Club, Tewkesbury Named Sports Venue of the Year at the Famtastic Awards 2026

TEWKESBURY, UK - Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel & Golf Club, Tewkesbury has been crowned Sports Venue of the Year at the prestigious Famtastic Awards 2026, recognising the venue's outstanding sporting facilities, exceptional event delivery and commitment to guest experience.

The Famtastic Awards are uniquely judged by agents and buyers within the events industry, with judges only scoring venues they have personally booked and experienced. This respected peer[1]led approach celebrates venues that consistently deliver excellence, without the influence of marketing budgets or voting campaigns.

Set within 140 acres of picturesque Gloucestershire countryside, Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel & Golf Club, Tewkesbury has established itself as one of the region's most versatile destinations for sports, meetings, events and leisure stays. The award recognises the venue's ability to seamlessly combine sport, hospitality, accommodation and event expertise within a single destination.

At the heart of the venue is its renowned 18-hole championship golf course, complemented by mini golf facilities, 15 contemporary meeting and event spaces for up to 180 delegates, 112 guest accommodation, a health club and leisure facilities, extensive outdoor grounds and the award-winning hospitality synonymous with the Hilton brand.

Throughout the year, the hotel welcomes a diverse range of sporting and business events, including golf days, sports team stays, conferences, wellness retreats, fundraising events and residential group experiences. Its unique blend of facilities allows organisers to create memorable experiences while benefiting from the convenience of having accommodation, dining, leisure and event spaces all under one roof.

A standout example was the recent Hilton Supply Management Golf Day, which brought together sport, networking, corporate hospitality and entertainment in one successful event. The occasion showcased both the quality of the venue's golf facilities and the team's expertise in delivering complex, multi-faceted events.

The hotel also regularly hosts cricket, football and rugby teams, alongside corporate meetings, team-building experiences, international group tours, exclusive-use events within its grade II listed Manor House and large-scale social gatherings.

Speaking about the award, Ahmet Donmez, general manager, said: “the award reflects the dedication of our entire team and our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for every guest, whether they are attending a golf day, staying as part of a sports team, hosting a conference or enjoying a leisure break. We are incredibly proud of what makes Hilton Puckrup Hall unique: our ability to combine outstanding sports facilities, beautiful surroundings and world-class hospitality in one destination."

Additionally, Leigh-Anne Thombs, sales manager added "we are absolutely delighted to be recognised as Sports Venue of the Year at the Famtastic Awards 2026. This award is particularly meaningful because it is judged by industry professionals who have first-hand experience of our venue and services”

Located just minutes from the M5 and within easy reach of Birmingham, Bristol and the Midlands, Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel & Golf Club, Tewkesbury offers the perfect balance of accessibility and tranquillity. Surrounded by rolling countryside, the venue provides an inspiring setting for sporting events, team-building activities, corporate gatherings and leisure escapes.

The Sports Venue of the Year title further cements Hilton Puckrup Hall's reputation as one of the UK's leading destinations for sports hospitality and event experiences, celebrating a year of continued growth, innovation and excellence.