Not only has the Isle of Wight Walking Festival won a SILVER award for Tourism ExSELLence for Best Event, it also picked up a GOLD award on Thursday 29th October for the CIPR Award for Best Event at the De Vere Hotel in Southampton.
Judges comments as follows:-
Isle of Wight Council, Isle of Wight Walking Festival
Isle of Wight Council has taken an established event of their own creation and continued to innovate and develop it for more than a decade, making it a shining example of best practice. While tapping into the national agenda of improving health and fitness through activity, Isle of Wight has produced an event that appeals to all ages and abilities; showcasing the beauty of the region and delivering tangible results through continually increasing participants.