We’re delighted to announce the finalists for the 2025 Aberdeen City and Shire Thistle Awards!
Finalists across our categories demonstrate excellence in showcasing the unique character of the north-east of Scotland, supporting our communities and environment, and offering visitors a warm Scottish welcome.
Individual of the Year sponsored by P & J Live
- Claire Bruce - Glen Tanar Estate
- Mary Martin - The Douglas Hotel
- Carolanne Duncan - Douneside House
MacRobert Trust Rising Star Award sponsored by The MacRobert Trust
- Blaine Lyon - TwinPeakes Flyfishing
- Maryn Grieve - VisitAberdeenshire
- Morgan Ritchie - Leonardo Hotels
Employer of the Year sponsored by Alliance
- Douneside House
- The Fife Arms
- Hilton & Aloft Aberdeen TECA
Outstanding Cultural Event or Festival sponsored by VisitAberdeenshire
- Spectra Scotland’s Festival of Light 2025
- Festival of the Sea 2024
- Provenance Festival 2024
Climate Action Award sponsored by Keenan Recycling
- Cairngorm Bothies
- Kildrummy Inn
- Aberdeen Archives, Gallery and Museums
Best Community Tourism & Events Initiative sponsored by NorthLink Ferries
- Aberdeen Restaurant Weeks
- Tarland Trails
- The Gordon Highlanders Museum
Best Visitor Attraction sponsored by Aberdeen International Airport
- Grampian Transport Museum
- Farm Stop
- Glen Garioch Distillery
Best Self-Catering or Unique Stay sponsored by Aberdeen City & Shire Hotels' Association
- Logie Newton Lodges Unique Self Catering Stay
- Grampian Campervan Hire
- Seafront Cottages
Best Outdoor or Adventure Experience
- Tarland Trails
- Glen Tanar Estate – The Lookout & Eagle Photography
- Ride In Peace Adventures
Best Hotel Experience sponsored by Fishers
- Kildrummy Inn
- Darroch Learg
- The Fife Arms
Best Eating Experience sponsored by The Full Range and Braehead Foods
- Kildrummy Inn
- Fish Shop
- Amuse by Kevin Dalgleish
Best B&B or Guest House Experience sponsored by Leonardo Hotels
- Lys-Na-Greyne
- Leslie Castle
- The Auld Kirk B&B, Ballater
Best Bar or Pub sponsored by Shepherd and Wedderburn
- Bartenders Lounge
- The Craftsman Company
- Harbour Bar Gourdon
Book your tickets for the awards ceremony on Friday 19 September at The Chester Hotel here.