Two Arran entries narrowly missed out at the regional finals.
VisitArran, which was also a finalist last year, was again shortlisted in the working together for tourism category but was beaten by Cal-Mac Ferries. In the most hospitable hotel category, the Glenisle Hotel, which won the category last year, was shortlisted once again, along with Glenapp Castle in Ballantrae, South Ayrshire, which won the award.
Sheila Gilmore, executive director of VisitArran said: ‘Neither of us won, but I feel it’s safe to say, we were the popular choice of the room, such was the cheering for both businesses. It was also lovely to see Janet Russell from Arran Sense of Scotland presenting an award, and again this was warmly received.’