Many congratulations to all of the 2009 winners and shortlisted entries, who can be seen below.
Copies of these and other photos from the awards are available to buy by visiting our photosales site. There are also more awards night pictures in our gallery.
Best large attraction
Winner: Colchester Zoo
Best small attraction
Winner: Layer Marney Tower
Best bed and breakfast or guesthouse
Winner: Park Hall Country House
Best large hotel
Winner: County Hotel
Best small hotel
Winner: Great Hallingbury Manor
Best self-catering accomodation
Winner: Pevors Farm
Best tourist information centre
Winner: Saffron Walden
Festival or event of the year
Winner: Guardians to the King, Colchester
Sustainable tourism award
Winner: Colchester Zoo
Best tourism experience
Winner: Tropical Wings Zoo
Outstanding customer service
Winner: Suzanne Evans, Boons Calibre Travel
