THE winners of The Westmorland Gazette Business and Tourism Awards 2010 will be feted at a glittering awards ceremony at the Castle Green Hotel, Kendal, on Friday, September 17.

Hotel managing director Tim Rumney said: “We are thrilled to be given the opportunity to host these awards.

“As a business that buys from and sells to local companies I recognise the enormous degree of quality and commitment that exists within the business community in this area.

“I know the benefits that getting involved and winning business awards can bring through enhanced staff motivation, customer recognition and marketing opportunities and we feel privileged to have the opportunity to contribute to their success.”