The winners of the 2025 Scottish Country Sports Tourism Awards were celebrated in style this week at The Gleneagles Hotel. The evening was dedicated primarily to the winners, providing a special opportunity for them to be recognised among peers, industry colleagues, and supporters of Scotland’s country sports tourism sector.
The luxurious setting of Gleneagles Hotel, guests enjoyed a memorable evening of fine dining and networking, surrounded by the hospitality and atmosphere for which Gleneagles is renowned. The venue allowed the winners to truly feel at the centre of the spotlight, with every detail of the evening highlighting their achievements and contributions to Scotland’s rural tourism and the country sports sector.
Originally announced on Friday 4 July at the BASC stand during the Scottish Game Fair at Scone Palace, this year’s winners represent the very best of Scotland’s rural sporting industry; from estates and agencies to fishing providers, accommodation businesses, and influential voices helping to promote the sector to new audiences.
Together, the winners highlight the strength, innovation, and diversity of Scotland’s country sports tourism offering, and the important role it plays in supporting rural employment, conservation, and community life.
Speaking following the dinner, Kirk Norbury, Project Manager of Country Sport Scotland, said:
“Our winners represent the very highest standards in Scotland’s country sports tourism sector. From long-established estates to modern innovators and inspirational ambassadors, each plays a vital role in keeping rural skills, traditions, and businesses thriving. It was a privilege to celebrate their success together at Gleneagles.”
The success of the evening was also made possible thanks to the generous hospitality of The Gleneagles Shooting and Fishing School. Their beautiful setting and attention to detail created an inviting and celebratory atmosphere, ensuring the winners felt truly honoured and able to enjoy a memorable evening of recognition.
A sincere thank you goes to our headline sponsor, Thorntons Solicitors, for their valued support of the 2025 awards. Their commitment to recognising excellence across Scotland’s rural economy is greatly appreciated.
2025 Award Winners
Best Sporting Estate 2025 – Findrack Sporting
Best Sporting Agency 2025 – S.A.C Shooting
Best Fishing Provider 2025 – TwinPeakes Fly Fishing
Best Sporting Accommodation 2025 – Logiealmond Estate
Best Sporting Influencer 2025 – Charlie Blance
Women in Country Sports Award 2025 – Abbie Wilson
The Scottish Country Sports Tourism Awards are organised by Country Sport Scotland, the national platform for country sports tourism, proudly operated by the British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC). Plans are already underway for the 2026 awards, with further details to be announced in due course.
