Chapel reaches awards finals

Rosslyn Chapel has reached the finals for two awards – with the winners announced at two different ceremonies on the same evening.

The Chapel was shortlisted in this year’s regional finals of the Scottish Thistle Awards, organised by VisitScotland, which says that ‘those in contention for regional titles include internationally recognised attractions, family-run tourism businesses, major cultural events and rising industry talent, all recognised for creating memorable experiences and making a positive contribution to Scotland’s tourism and events sector’. The Chapel was a finalist in the ‘inclusion’ category in recognition of its work in engaging with diverse audiences including families, overseas visitors, disabled visitors, local schools and members of the local community.

Rosslyn Chapel was also a finalist in the Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce Awards, with winners announced at a ceremony at Eskmills, in Musselburgh. The Chapel was shortlisted in the category of ‘Retailer of the Year’, recognising the quality and diversity of unique products on sale in the Chapel’s shop, including a new selection from Scottish suppliers, with bespoke branding where possible to connect to the site. These include liqueurs from a company in Perthshire, biscuits from Orkney, diffusers and candles made by a social enterprise in Ayrshire and photo prints by an Edinburgh photographer. A new promotional campaign – Scotland in Every Sense – was also introduced to highlight the products and suppliers for visitors to the Chapel’s shop and website shop.

Ian Gardner, Director of Rosslyn Chapel Trust, said: ‘It’s great news to see the Chapel shortlisted in these two different award schemes. Although disappointing not to win,  it’s wonderful recognition for all the Rosslyn Chapel Trust team, who work hard all year round to ensure that experiences are memorable and enjoyable for all of our visitors.’

Winners for both awards were announced on Thursday 17^th September.

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