THE WORLD'S leading sustainable tourism accreditation programnme has praised the achievements of six Devon and Cornwall finalists of a top competition to honour the best and greenest businesses inthe country.

Cornish businesses, including Pendragon Country House at Davidstow Camelford, have been shortlisted for accolades in the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2013. They are among 20 members of Green Tourism to reach the finals of the awards this year.

A total of 320 entries have been whittled down by the judges to make the shortlist of nominations for the VisitEngland Excellence Awards 2013 and the final winners will be announced at a glittering ceremony at The Point, Lancashire County Cricket Club, Old Trafford, Manchester on Monday (May 20).

For the full report, and a round up of the area news and sport, please see this week's edition of the 'Post'.