Awards

Erla Garden Joinery owner and operator Aiden Matterface

Wells garden joinery company named Postsaver’s installer of the year

Queens College apprentice Jack Frampton was named a double bronze winner at the Great British Business & Community Awards

Queens College apprentice Jack Frampton was named a double bronze winner at the Great British Business & Community Awards

Apprenticeships

Taunton apprentice, aged 17, wins two national awards

Ms Clarke was named South West winner of the lifetime achievement award in the Barchester Care Awards 2026

Ms Clarke was named South West winner of the lifetime achievement award in the Barchester Care Awards 2026

Taunton care practitioner honoured with lifetime achievement award

Back row L-R: Barry Boulton, Anil George, Vlad Toma. Middle L-R: Ann Vaughan, Bincy John, Alison Southcott, Sam Paddon, Zillah Oakes. Front – Steph Hart

Back row L-R: Barry Boulton, Anil George, Vlad Toma. Middle L-R: Ann Vaughan, Bincy John, Alison Southcott, Sam Paddon, Zillah Oakes. Front – Steph Hart

Somerset care home staff celebrated with long-service awards

Mike Cahill (left), Partner at main awards’ sponsor Albert Goodman, and Chamber MD David Crew, at the launch of last year’s Somerset Business Awards

Mike Cahill (left), Partner at main awards’ sponsor Albert Goodman, and Chamber MD David Crew, at the launch of last year’s Somerset Business Awards

Somerset Business Awards set to return for 2027 with new categories

Colleagues from Somerset NHS Foundation Trust’s orthotics service

Colleagues from Somerset NHS Foundation Trust’s orthotics service

NHS orthotics team in Somerset shortlisted for national award

Chestnut Lodge in Yeovil has received the Gold Standards Framework Quality Hallmark Award

Chestnut Lodge in Yeovil has received the Gold Standards Framework Quality Hallmark Award

Dementia care home in Yeovil recognised for excellence

The Fallen Tree Micropub in Clevedon has been named CAMRA's South West Pub of the Year

The Fallen Tree Micropub in Clevedon has been named CAMRA's South West Pub of the Year

'Unbelievable honour' as Somerset micropub is named best in South West

The Young Photographer Showcase 2026 is now open to the public at The Engine Room in Bridgwater

The Young Photographer Showcase 2026 is now open to the public at The Engine Room in Bridgwater

Young photographers from across Somerset showcase work

Crowcombe Estate has won the 2025 Somerset Otter Award

Crowcombe Estate has won the 2025 Somerset Otter Award

Somerset estate recognised for sustainable land management

Over 570 looked-after and care-experienced young people were recognised at Somerset Council's annual Celebrating Care and Achievement event

Over 570 looked-after and care-experienced young people were recognised at Somerset Council's annual Celebrating Care and Achievement event

Hundreds of young people's achievements celebrated in Somerset

Julian Temperley, owner of Burrow Hill Cider, with the Burrow Hill Cider Bus.

Julian Temperley, owner of Burrow Hill Cider, with the Burrow Hill Cider Bus.

Somerset cider maker known for Glastonbury's 'Cider Bus' wins prestigious award

The Somerset Careers Awards 2026 took place on Thursday, July 2, at North Cadbury Court

The Somerset Careers Awards 2026 took place on Thursday, July 2, at North Cadbury Court

Somerset Careers Awards recognise outstanding county achievements

Tintinhull Primary School near Yeovil has received the OPAL platinum award

Tintinhull Primary School near Yeovil has received the OPAL platinum award

Primary school near Yeovil wins top national award for play

Colleagues at Grovelands in Yeovil celebrate being a top 100 UK care home in the 2026 Lottie Awards

Colleagues at Grovelands in Yeovil celebrate being a top 100 UK care home in the 2026 Lottie Awards

Somerset care home rated 'outstanding' named among UK's top 100

Twelve Somerset entrepreneurs have been honoured at the eighth edition of the Shining Stars Awards

Twelve Somerset entrepreneurs have been honoured at the eighth edition of the Shining Stars Awards

Somerset entrepreneurs honoured at the Shining Stars Awards

Taunton business owner Anita Greenslade from House of Admin was the winner of this year's Somerset Shining Star of the Year award

Taunton business owner Anita Greenslade from House of Admin was the winner of this year's Somerset Shining Star of the Year award

Small businesses across Somerset honoured at Shining Stars Awards

A Taunton family-run law firm has won big at an awards night.

A Taunton family-run law firm has won big at an awards night.

Taunton family business wins at prestigious awards night

Somerset Chamber has launched the Somerset Future 30 awards to recognise 30 young professionals under the age of 30 who are already making an impact across the county

Somerset Chamber has launched the Somerset Future 30 awards to recognise 30 young professionals under the age of 30 who are already making an impact across the county

New awards launched to celebrate Somerset's brightest young talent

Family Adventures Group has been named among the top 20 nursery groups in the UK.

Family Adventures Group has been named among the top 20 nursery groups in the UK.

Leisure group with Somerset nurseries named one of the best in the UK

Pictured (left to right): Jessica Barton - lead faster diagnosis nurse, Rosie Edgerley - cancer programme manager, Gideon Amos - MP for Taunton and Wellington, Niamh Dinneen and Reny Devassey - faster diagnosis nurses

Pictured (left to right): Jessica Barton - lead faster diagnosis nurse, Rosie Edgerley - cancer programme manager, Gideon Amos - MP for Taunton and Wellington, Niamh Dinneen and Reny Devassey - faster diagnosis nurses

Somerset cancer self-referral scheme earns national recognition

Young sports awards winners, from, left, Amy Reddaway, Beth Newton and Charlie Attwood

Young sports awards winners, from, left, Amy Reddaway, Beth Newton and Charlie Attwood

Looking Back: Somerset Sports Awards winners celebrated in 2013

Somerset Council's Imagine the Possibilities took home silver in the diversity and inclusion category at the 2026 Local Government Chronicle Awards

Somerset Council's Imagine the Possibilities took home silver in the diversity and inclusion category at the 2026 Local Government Chronicle Awards

Somerset Council scheme for young people wins national award

Left to right: Left to right: Julian Bellew and Cllr Alan Gloak

Left to right: Left to right: Julian Bellew and Cllr Alan Gloak

Looking Back: When Somerset's sporting stars of 2014 were celebrated

Shepton Mallet vet Dr Anna Hewison has been named a finalist for the British Veterinary Association Young Vet of the Year award

Shepton Mallet vet Dr Anna Hewison has been named a finalist for the British Veterinary Association Young Vet of the Year award

Young Shepton Mallet farm vet nominated for national award

Somerset-based VADO won best modern bathroom range for its Safari collection at the recent Ideal Home Awards

Somerset-based VADO won best modern bathroom range for its Safari collection at the recent Ideal Home Awards

Somerset bathroom manufacturer celebrates national award success

Becky Wright, whose latest gin won four accolades at the Gin Guide Awards

Becky Wright, whose latest gin won four accolades at the Gin Guide Awards

Quantock Hills distillery scores big win at international gin awards

The Exmoor Community Bus Association was recently presented with the King’s Award for Voluntary Service

The Exmoor Community Bus Association was recently presented with the King’s Award for Voluntary Service

West Somerset community bus service receives distinguished honour

The campaign was recognised in the food waste and organics initiative of the year category at the Awards for Excellence in Recycling and Waste Management

The campaign was recognised in the food waste and organics initiative of the year category at the Awards for Excellence in Recycling and Waste Management

Somerset food waste recycling initiative shortlisted for UK award

Mr Brown received an outstanding achievement award at the Jewson Western League’s end-of-season convention

Mr Brown received an outstanding achievement award at the Jewson Western League’s end-of-season convention

Wellington AFC volunteer honoured for decades of service

Community heroes and budding young artists were recognised in Somerset Day celebrations at the Museum of Somerset in 2016

Community heroes and budding young artists were recognised in Somerset Day celebrations at the Museum of Somerset in 2016

Looking Back: When residents were honoured on Somerset Day in 2016

Terri and Rich Hudson (pictured) won big at the World Gin Awards

Terri and Rich Hudson (pictured) won big at the World Gin Awards

Taunton pub 'incredibly proud' after award at World Gin Awards

Taunton-born J.H. Mann claimed first place in the ancient history category of the Historical Novel Society’s first chapters competition for his work The Last Light

Taunton-born J.H. Mann claimed first place in the ancient history category of the Historical Novel Society’s first chapters competition for his work The Last Light

Taunton-born author named winner at Historical Novel Society awards

The annual awards night celebrated the achievements of Wiveliscombe RFC, including the first XV's promotion to the Regional Two Tribute Ale South West Division

The annual awards night celebrated the achievements of Wiveliscombe RFC, including the first XV's promotion to the Regional Two Tribute Ale South West Division

Wiveliscombe RFC

Wiveliscombe RFC celebrates successful season at annual awards night

Somerset's Imagine the Possibilities team took home the Preparing for Adulthood Award at the first-ever CDC SEND Awards, which celebrate outstanding work across the SEND sector

Somerset's Imagine the Possibilities team took home the Preparing for Adulthood Award at the first-ever CDC SEND Awards, which celebrate outstanding work across the SEND sector

Somerset programme supporting young people through education wins award

Riverain Lodge developer Churchill Living has received the top rating in the Home Builders Federation’s independent customer satisfaction survey

Riverain Lodge developer Churchill Living has received the top rating in the Home Builders Federation’s independent customer satisfaction survey

Taunton retirement home builder wins top customer satisfaction award

A business has reacted after being named the winner of a B2B business of the year award.

A business has reacted after being named the winner of a B2B business of the year award.

Somerset company recognised with business of the year award

Ryan riding a horse at the Conquest Centre.

Ryan riding a horse at the Conquest Centre.

Charity organisation near Taunton shortlisted for prestigious award

Liz Brown and Val Tilley of Rumwell Farm Shop celebrate winning the award

Liz Brown and Val Tilley of Rumwell Farm Shop celebrate winning the award

Looking Back: When a Somerset marmalade won a top award in 2016

Francis Fields in Frome has been recognised by the RSPB for its show complex gardens

Francis Fields in Frome has been recognised by the RSPB for its show complex gardens

Frome housing development wins RSPB award for wildlife-friendly gardens

UCS College Group has announced the latest winners of its Value Added Awards

UCS College Group has announced the latest winners of its Value Added Awards

Students recognised for progress and kindness at Somerset college group

All the winners of the Somerset Business Awards 2026 have been announced.

All the winners of the Somerset Business Awards 2026 have been announced.

Every winner crowned at the Somerset Business Awards 2026

STOCK - food and drink producers are being invited to enter a competition judged by celebrities.

STOCK - food and drink producers are being invited to enter a competition judged by celebrities.

Awards Ceremonies

Celebrity judges on the lookout for the tastiest food and drink in Somerset

The deadline to enter the Yeovil Business Awards 2026 is Monday, March 23

The deadline to enter the Yeovil Business Awards 2026 is Monday, March 23

Entry deadline for Yeovil Business Awards nears

A Taunton man has won an award for his commitment to supporting the local environment.

A Taunton man has won an award for his commitment to supporting the local environment.

Taunton man named Somerset's environmental champion

Somerset beekeeper, Dr Richard Bache (pictured), has won an award.

Somerset beekeeper, Dr Richard Bache (pictured), has won an award.

Somerset beekeeper named winner of top West Country award

Harris Fowler was named law firm of the year at the Zylpha Innovation Awards

Harris Fowler was named law firm of the year at the Zylpha Innovation Awards

Taunton legal firm scoops prize at innovation awards event

Hastoe Housing Association has sponsored CPRE Somerset’s Love Your Countryside awards

Hastoe Housing Association has sponsored CPRE Somerset’s Love Your Countryside awards

Housing association to sponsor Somerset awards scheme

Michael Overd (pictured) has won an award after delivering the UK’s New Medium Helicopter (NMH).

Michael Overd (pictured) has won an award after delivering the UK’s New Medium Helicopter (NMH).

Engineer from company that won a £1 billion contract awarded prestigious accolade

Somerset Council has been nominated as part of the 2026 Local Government Chronicle Awards

Somerset Council has been nominated as part of the 2026 Local Government Chronicle Awards

Somerset Council named finalist in two national awards

Former England rugby captain Phil de Glanville with Bishop Fox's winners Luke Scott, Alec Isaacs, Ben Mitchell, Gill Matthews (SENCO) and deputy headteacher Lee Porter

Former England rugby captain Phil de Glanville with Bishop Fox's winners Luke Scott, Alec Isaacs, Ben Mitchell, Gill Matthews (SENCO) and deputy headteacher Lee Porter

Looking Back: Taunton students celebrate at 2005 LINX Awards

The Apple Tree Farm Shop, based at Yeovil's Brimsmore Gardens, was named best food hall/best farm shop in the local garden centre category at the Garden Centre Association’s 60th annual conference

The Apple Tree Farm Shop, based at Yeovil's Brimsmore Gardens, was named best food hall/best farm shop in the local garden centre category at the Garden Centre Association’s 60th annual conference

Yeovil farm shop wins national Garden Centre Association award

CPRE Somerset is launching the Love Your Countryside Awards to celebrate 100 years of the Campaign to Protect Rural England charity

CPRE Somerset is launching the Love Your Countryside Awards to celebrate 100 years of the Campaign to Protect Rural England charity

New awards scheme launches to celebrate Somerset countryside

Jackie, Angela and Harry (pictured) received their Level 5 certificates from the Deputy Master of the Bath & Wells Association, Brenda Arscott.

Jackie, Angela and Harry (pictured) received their Level 5 certificates from the Deputy Master of the Bath & Wells Association, Brenda Arscott.

Three members of family achieve bell ringing award