Several companies recommended by 101 Holidays have been scooping up awards in the past few days.

Congratulations to Gilpin Lodge in the Lake District, which was named Small Hotel of the Year in the Northwest Tourism Awards 2009. On the same night, the hotel’s chef Russell Ploughman had his 3 rosettes confirmed at the AA Awards. Earlier this year the hotel was named winner of the 2009 Cumbria Tourism Awards.

Hats off to Peak Retreats which was named Best Ski Company in the Guardian and Observer Travel Awards last weekend.

Other 101 recommended companies picking up awards include Eurostar (best train company), Rainbow Tours (best small tour operator), Trailfinders (best large tour operator and best large short breaks operator) and Discover the World (best brochure).