Whittles Coaches and Johnsons Coaches Celebrate Multiple Nominations at the 2025 routeone Awards

Date Added 04/04/2025

The routeone Awards are one of the most highly regarded events in the UK’s coach industry, recognising excellence and innovation across a range of categories. The awards are a mark of distinction that highlight the hard work and dedication of operators, drivers and managers who strive to set new standards in service, sustainability and customer experience. With an eye on recognising the very best in the industry, the routeone Awards bring together the brightest minds and the most respected companies in the coach travel sector.

For Whittles Coaches and Johnsons Coaches, this year’s nominations are a momentous achievement, reflecting both companies’ commitment to the continued development and excellence of coach travel in the UK. Esspecially with our Director Ashley Brown also being nominated for Manager of the Year & Rising Star at this years awards. 

Whittles Coaches Nominated for Medium Coach Operator of the Year

Whittles Coaches has been nominated for the Medium Coach Operator of the Year award at the 2025 routeone Awards, a category that honours operators with fleets between 16 and 40 vehicles. This nomination underscores the company’s dedication to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a customer-centric approach.

Johnsons Coaches – Multiple Nominations

Johnsons Coaches has been nominated in four categories at the 2025 routeone Awards, further establishing its reputation as one of the UK’s leading coach operators. The company has been shortlisted for:

• Large Coach Operator of the Year (over 40 coaches)

• Sustainability Award

• Outstanding Customer Experience

• Coach Tourism Programme of the Year

These nominations are a reflection of Johnsons Coaches’ ongoing commitment to sustainability, customer service and offering exceptional coach tourism experiences. Johnsons Coaches has been a key player in the industry for over 100 years and its continued investment in quality services and eco-friendly initiatives has solidified its standing as a leader in the sector.

Ashley Brown – Manager of the Year & Rising Star Nominations

As the newly appointed Director for both Whittles Coaches and Johnsons Coaches, Ashley Brown has received not one but two nominations at this year’s routeone Awards. He has been shortlisted for Manager of the Year (Small/Medium Operator) and Rising Star – two prestigious categories that recognise leadership, vision and the ability to drive positive change in the industry.

Under Ashley's leadership, both Whittles Coaches and Johnsons Coaches have experienced significant improvements in operations, customer service and new initiatives, setting both companies on a path of growth and innovation. His strategic direction has been pivotal in maintaining their reputations as leaders in the sector.

Ashley Brown, Director of Whittles & Johnsons Coaches shares his thoughts: 

It’s an honour to see both Whittles Coaches and Johnsons Coaches recognised in such a prestigious way at the routeone Awards. These nominations are a reflection of the exceptional work our teams have put in to continually raise the bar in the coach travel industry. Whether it’s through enhancing customer experiences, improving sustainability practices, or providing top-tier coach tourism, we are proud of the strides we’ve made and look forward to seeing where this journey takes us. I would like to thank our incredible teams for their dedication and our customers for their ongoing support.