SCOTTISH THISTLE AWARDS
ON THE SMALL SCREEN
Scottish Thistle Awards on the small screen
Did you spot us on TV?
Our brand new advert featuring three of our 2025 national winners went live to audiences across Scotland in March 2026, during programmes including This Morning, Coronation Street and The Chase. The advert showcased the awards and what it means to the winners, celebrating the range of businesses, events and individuals that work hard to make Scotland a destination visitors will want to return to time and time again.
Check out the advert and hear what it means to receive this prestigious award from winners themselves - the people working hard to deliver the warm welcome and incredible experiences that Scotland is famous for.
Take a look at the featured businesses:
Winner of Climate Action Award
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland is a wildlife conservation charity with a bold vision of a world where nature is protected, valued and loved. Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park are our gateways to the natural world through which visitors can experience the wonders of nature. We help people learn about the enormous challenges facing wildlife and discover how we can save species from extinction through conservation science, animal care, education and by taking action in our daily lives and communities.
DF Concerts & Events - TRNSMT Festival, Glasgow
Winner of Inclusion Award
DF Concerts & Events is Scotland’s leading live music and event promoter, delivering over 1,000 shows and selling 1.38 million tickets in 2024. From grassroots venues to, arena’s, stadiums and festivals, we bring world-class artists and unforgettable experiences to fans across the country. Committed to sustainability, accessibility, and inclusion, we set industry standards-earning Rockstar Energy presents TRNSMT Platinum status from Attitude is Everything, a UK Festival milestone in 2024. Ranked among Europe’s top promoters, we foster an inclusive workplace culture, encourage innovation, and strive to create accessible, welcoming environments where every fan and team member feels they truly belong.
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Winner of Best Hotel Experience
Kildrummy Inn is a multi award-winning, family-run hotel and restaurant set in the dramatic landscape of rural Aberdeenshire. Owned and managed by husband-and-wife team David and Sophie Littlewood, the inn combines Scottish tradition with contemporary luxury. With just four individually designed bedrooms, a whisky snug, private dining and an acclaimed Michelin-Guide restaurant, every detail is personal and considered. Known for warm hospitality, seasonal local food, and a strong commitment to sustainability, Kildrummy Inn offers guests an experience that is both authentically Scottish and quietly indulgent. A true hidden gem, it continues to shine on both regional and national stages.
Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors
Delivered by VisitScotland in partnership and collaboration with:
