Tynemouth 61 Guest House and Tea Room is celebrating after being named as a finalist in this year’s North East of England Tourism Awards, in the B&B and Guest House of the Year category.
The awards organised by NewcastleGateshead Initiative (NGI) in partnership with Visit England Awards for Excellence, recognise the best of the best in the Region’s tourism industry, with more than 160 businesses entering the awards this year.
The 18th century guest house and tea room on Tynemouth’s Front Street, right in the heart of the village, was taken over by Stephen Minns and his husband, Neil McWhirter, in September 2017 and the couple have worked to transform it into a boutique-style hotel offering beautiful, high standard, en-suite accommodation with a friendly and welcoming service.
After two-rounds of judging by industry experts, No 61, is one of three finalists shortlisted for the award, and this year they are hoping to take the crown and go on to represent the Region at the Visit England Awards for Excellence which promote the best of the region on a national stage.
No strangers to the spotlight, the guest house and Stephen featured on Channel 4s ‘Four in a Bed’ in 2018, clinching second spot, and gaining an army of new fans, who have travelled from as far away as Florida after seeing it on the programme.
“We are delighted that No 61 has been shortlisted as one of three finalists, and that we are the only one from Newcastle and Tyneside to make the list,” said Stephen.
“We have worked extremely hard to create a luxurious and comfortable experience for our guests, but with the personal touch that our guests love, and that sees them coming back time and time again
“We are really looking forward to the ceremony on 23rd March at Newcastle Civic Centre, and wish all the other great businesses taking part in the awards the best of luck.”
