Award Categories 2026

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Twelve ways to be recognised — for businesses of every size, sector and stage. Explore each category below and enter the ones where your story belongs.

12 categories — one for every businessCompletely free to enterEnter as many as you like

Business of the Year

The headline accolade for the standout business of the year across the region.

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New Business of the Year

Celebrating ambitious start-ups making an early and undeniable impact.

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Customer Service Excellence

For businesses that turn every customer into a loyal advocate.

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Hospitality & Dining

Recognising the bars, restaurants and cafés defining Bournemouth hospitality.

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Business Innovation

Honouring bold ideas, new technology and creative problem-solving.

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Community Impact

For businesses giving back and strengthening the local community.

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Employer of the Year

The best places to work — where culture, wellbeing and people come first.

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Young Entrepreneur

Spotlighting the next generation of founders and business leaders.

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Family Business of the Year

Celebrating the heritage and legacy of family-run enterprises.

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Green & Sustainability

For businesses leading on environmental responsibility and sustainable growth.

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High Street Impact

Recognising the retailers breathing life into our high streets.

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B2B Business Award

For the standout business-to-business operators powering local trade.

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Not sure where you fit?

You do not have to choose just one. Entry is completely free, so enter every category that resonates — or nominate a business you admire for the ones they deserve.

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Your business deserves the spotlight

Nominations are free and open now. Enter as many categories as you like — there is nothing to lose and a stage to gain.

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