Celebrating the Best of Continuum: Attraction of the Year Awards 2026
8th Jun 2026
Following our annual Attraction of the Year Awards at the Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel, we are delighted to celebrate the outstanding individuals and teams whose dedication, passion and hard work have helped make the past year such a success across Continuum Attractions.
The evening brought colleagues together from across the business to reflect on another fantastic year, recognise exceptional achievements and celebrate the people who make our attractions truly special.
Attraction of the Year 2026
The night's top honour was awarded to The Real Mary King's Close, following an exceptional year of growth and performance. The attraction achieved a 7% increase in visitor numbers, a 14% increase in turnover and a 15% increase in EBITDA, while maintaining excellent guest satisfaction scores across both TripAdvisor and Google. The award recognises the outstanding work of the entire team in delivering memorable visitor experiences while driving impressive commercial success.
Manager of the Year
Congratulations to Jon Bremner, The Loch Ness Experience, our Manager of the Year. Jon's calm leadership, commitment to his team and ability to lead through challenging periods have made him a highly valued member of the management team.
Nominees:
Sara Williams – GreenWood Family Park
Serena Redshaw – York's Chocolate Story
Emily Denmark – Oxford Castle & Prison
Bobbie Oldfield – Spinnaker Tower
Rayne Caven – Spinnaker Tower
Jon Bremner – The Loch Ness Experience (Winner)
Andrew Gardiner – The Real Mary King's Close
Jon's award was collected by Nagina Ishaq and Charlie Hockin on his behalf
Team Member of the Year
Mhedi Bel Abbes, The Real Mary King's Close, was named Team Member of the Year in recognition of his resilience, personal growth and unwavering commitment to both guests and colleagues.
Nominees:
Elin Pierce – GreenWood Family Park
Lily Hare – York's Chocolate Story
David Kyffin – Oxford Castle & Prison
Dixie Boxall – Spinnaker Tower
Nikki Paxman – Coronation Street Experience
Charlie Hockin – The Loch Ness Experience
Mhedi Bel Abbes – The Real Mary King's Close (Winner)
Behind the Scenes Team Member of the Year
The Behind the Scenes Team Member of the Year award was presented to Paul Pycroft, recognising twenty years of dedication, expertise and invaluable support across the business.
Nominees:
Llion Hughes – GreenWood Family Park
Alex Marsham – York's Chocolate Story
Paul Pycroft – Spinnaker Tower (Winner)
Sian Lewis – Coronation Street Experience
Alfie Innes – Coronation Street Experience
Support Team Member of the Year
Congratulations to Leanne O'Hara, our Support Team Member of the Year. Leanne's professionalism, reliability and positive attitude make a significant impact across multiple attractions and projects throughout the business.
Nominees:
- Leanne O'Hara (Winner)
- David Brown
- Chelsea Davis
- Ahana Jacob
- Dom Coulson
Congratulations once again to all our winners and nominees. These awards highlight the incredible talent that exists across Continuum Attractions and recognise the people whose efforts help create unforgettable experiences for our visitors every day.