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Andy Burnham has approved a new holiday tax, which could be rolled out across England in less than two years.
The Prime Minister gave regional mayors the power to impose an unlimited ‘overnight visitor levy’ on stays in hotels, B&Bs and holiday lets in England.
But not everyone is convinced.
Britons across the UK have been battling 30C (86F) temperatures this summer, flocking to beaches and cooler spots in a bid to survive the heat.
Indeed, more warm weather is expected in the coming weeks, as the Met Office forecast ‘above average’ temperatures and ‘possible’ further heatwaves.
The last bout of scorching temperatures was so unbearable for some that they took to booking hotel rooms purely for the air conditioning – with some venues offering ‘heatwave packages’ for the occasion.
Less than a 30-minute walk from the golden sands of Southport beach in Merseyside sits Britain’s best B&B.
Owned by husband-and-wife team Anthony, 39, and Larissa Duffey, 37, Sunnyside Bed and Breakfast scooped two accolades in VisitEngland’s 2025 tourism awards, including Best B&B in England, and a second commendation for Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Tourism.
The multi award-winning Sunnyside Guest House in Southport has been honoured with another prestigious title at the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards – one of THREE it was recognised for!
The stylish, welcoming and sustainable venue, on Bath Street in Southport town centre, won the Independent Tourism Business of the Year title.
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A charming, family-run guest house in Southport has earned yet another top accolade.
Founded in 2008 by Anthony Duffey, Sunnyside Guest House is located in the heart of Southport town centre, combining homely comfort with personal, welcoming service.
The B&B is ran by husband and wife duo Anthony and Larissa Duffey and is built on a mantra of “responsible, caring and sustainable tourism”.
The owners of a Southport guest house that won a national award for being the best in Britain have been invited to a special reception at 10 Downing Street in London to celebrate the importance of England’s tourism industry.
Anthony and Larissa Duffey, who own the multi award-winning Sunnyside Guest House on Bath Street, were invited to the prestigious reception to mark English Tourism Week 2026.
A charming guest house in Southport has been named as one of the UK’s 100 most inspiring small businesses for 2025 by the Small Business Saturday campaign.
Founded in 2008 by Anthony Duffey, Sunnyside is a family-run guest house located in the heart of Southport town centre, combining homely comfort with personal, welcoming service.
To mark the launch of Southport 2026, a new image by celebrated photographer Julia Fullerton-
Batten has been unveiled; a modern recreation of the 1936 painting “Southport for a Holiday in Wintertime” by Fortunino Matania.
Featuring local business owners from the creative and entertainment sectors, the striking image symbolises both the town’s aspirational past and its vibrant, creative future.
A print of the work will be displayed alongside the original painting at The Atkinson in 2026.
Sunnyside Guest House is ran by husband and wife duo Anthony and Larissa Duffey and is built on a mantra of “responsible, caring and sustainable tourism”.
The B&B is ran by husband and wife duo Anthony and Larissa Duffey and is built on a mantra of “responsible, caring and sustainable tourism”.
Sunnyside Guest House in Southport has struck Gold – twice – after being named double winners at the annual VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025.
The multi award-winning venue on Bath Street in Southport town centre is now officially the best guest house in England after winning the Gold Award for B&B of the Year.
Owners Anthony and Larissa Duffey were also invited on stage to collect the Gold Awards for Ethical, Responsible & Sustainable Tourism Business of the Year.
A Southport B&B where guests are like family has officially been named the best in the UK.
A seaside B&B where guests are “like family” has officially been named the best in the UK. The Sunnyside Bed and Breakfast is a quintessential northern B&B, there’s a sense of warmth that radiates from the ten-bedroom guest house.
Southport’s beloved Sunnyside Guest House has achieved remarkable national success, winning double gold at the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence, often hailed as the Oscars of the tourism industry. The ceremony was held at the iconic Brighton Dome, where Sunnyside was honoured as the Best B&B in the Country and also received the top award for Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Tourism.
Owned and passionately managed by Anthony and Larissa Duffey, Sunnyside Guest House is renowned for its warm, personalised hospitality and special touches—such as Larissa’s homemade cupcakes that guests enjoy on arrival. Complementing this are Larissa’s award-winning jams, celebrated at the World Jam Championships, and Anthony’s prize-winning honey from the 2024 Southport Flower Show, reflecting their deep commitment to showcasing the finest local produce.
Gamal Fahnbulleh and Victoria Grimes presenting. Paul Crone reports from Southport.
Sunnyside Guest House has been named a double finalist in the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025, placing it officially among the top three B&Bs in England and the top three ethical, responsible and sustainable tourism businesses in the country.
The B&B is ran by husband and wife duo Anthony and Larissa Duffey and is built on a mantra of “responsible, caring and sustainable tourism”.
VisitEngland has announced the finalists for the tourism industry’s national Awards for Excellence. Seven local businesses have been nominated across entertainment, hotel, family and international categories.
A small, family-run B&B in Southport is making a big national impact. Sunnyside Guest House has been named a double finalist in the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025.
It places Sunnyside officially among the top three B&Bs in England and the top three ethical, responsible and sustainable tourism businesses in the country.
The Sunnyside is run by husband and wife duo Anthony and Larissa Duffey and is built on a mantra of responsible, caring and sustainable tourism.
Sunnyside Guest House has been named a double finalist in the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025, placing it officially among the top three B&Bs in England and the top three ethical, responsible and sustainable tourism businesses in the country.
The B&B is ran by husband and wife duo Anthony and Larissa Duffey and is built on a mantra of “responsible, caring and sustainable tourism”.
A small, family-run B&B in Southport is making a big national impact. Sunnyside Guest House has been named a double finalist in the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025.
It places Sunnyside officially among the top three B&Bs in England and the top three ethical, responsible and sustainable tourism businesses in the country.
The Sunnyside is run by husband and wife duo Anthony and Larissa Duffey and is built on a mantra of responsible, caring and sustainable tourism.
The B&B is ran by husband and wife duo Anthony and Larissa Duffey and is built on a mantra of “responsible, caring and sustainable tourism”.
Energy efficiency has played a key role in reducing operational costs. We’ve achieved a 41% reduction in electricity consumption… These changes have proven to be both environmentally and financially beneficial.
This Merseyside town is steeped in Victorian elegance and has a dune system that stretches for miles
Sunnyside Guest House in Southport is leading the way in the region, after they triumphed in the highly competitive Ethical, Responsible, and Sustainable Tourism Award category at the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards.
Would you like to be in the running for a prestigious Liverpool City Region Tourism Award?
Time is running out to enter, with nominations closing at 5pm this Friday! (29th September 2023).
Southport B&B secures Gold Award thanks to 20,000 new recruits that have got the place buzzing.
A bed and breakfast has welcomed 20,000 ‘new recruits’ and will offer honey fresh from the hive after being crowned the bee’s knees by impressed tourism chiefs…
More than 250,000 people attend Open Championship in Hoylake, generating an estimated £100m, and business leaders says they can’t wait for its return to Birkdale in 2026.
Owners of a guest house in Southport say “it’s a dream come true” after they were recognised as the third best in the country at this year’s prestigious VisitEngland Awards.
The Sunnyside Bed and Breakfast is a quintessential northern B&B, there’s a sense of warmth that radiates from the ten-bedroom guest house.
The owners of a multi award-winning guest house in Southport say “it’s the icing on the cake” after they won the Liverpool City Region B&B and Guest House of the Year trophy – for the second year in a row!
This stylish guest house, on Bath Street in Southport town centre, has been shortlisted for B&B and Guest House of the Year.
Sunnyside prides itself as being the perfect place for a seaside escape in Southport, with quality rooms and delicious breakfasts.
The owners of a busy guest house in Southport have revealed the secrets of their success after being shortlisted for an incredible FOUR awards at this year’s Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards!