And the finalists are…

Wyre Business Awards in 2017

The deadline has closed and the entries are in; this year’s Wyre Business Awards finalists have been decided and will join Wyre Council and radio personality compere Sally Naden on Thursday 29th November at the Marine Hall to discover their fate.

A selection of judges have scored each category and shortlisted some of the best businesses in Wyre. Now, they will attend the Wyre Business Awards 2018 and hopefully win a coveted trophy designed at Glasform by John Ditchfield.

The council is proud and delighted to announce that the headline sponsors for the 5^th annual Wyre Business Awards will be NPL Group and Regenda Group.

NPL Group are main land owners at the Hillhouse Technology Enterprise Zone. The site is home to over 40 businesses including multi-national companies Victrex PLC, AGC Chemicals Europe and Vinnolit.

The Regenda Group, in collaboration with local partners including Wyre Council, has documented a 10 year vision for Fleetwood’s neighbourhoods. They own or manage around 13,000 properties across the North West, including social rented housing, housing for older people, supported housing, private rented property and housing for sale. Their mission is to regenerate places to create opportunities for people.

Wyre Council is delighted to announce that BBC Radio Lancashire presenter Sally Naden will be co-hosting and presenting the awards on the night along with Chief Executive of Wyre Council, Garry Payne.

The finalists are as follows:

NEW BUSINESS START – UP OF THE YEAR sponsored by Business Lancashire

• Charlie James Pie and Mash
• Dalvi’s Fine Indian Cuisine
• Danceabled
• Diamond Dog Walking and Pet Services
• Dot on Pots
• Lancashire Business Owners Network
• Log Cabin Café
• Lone Rook
• Play Chest

SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR sponsored by Links, Signs and Graphics

• Abbotts Chocolates
• Blackpool Skip Hire Ltd
• Diamond Dog Walking and Pet Services
• Jelly Media
• Logic Scaffolding
• MOY Vets
• On – Site Kitchen Rentals
• Play Chest
• Spa on the Breck
• The Cheesecake Emporium

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AWARD in association with Positive Footprints

• Broomheads Estate Agents
• Builders Supplies (West Coast) Ltd
• Lancashire Business Owners Network
• Samson Containers

CIVIL SOCIETY AWARD OF THE YEAR in association with Fleetwood Museum

• Danceabled
• Fleetwood Rotary
• The Growing Club
• UR Potential CIC

EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR

• Clement Dickens and Son Ltd
• Coastal Child and Adult Therapeutic Services Ltd – CCATS
• MOY Vets

DIGITAL, CREATIVE AND MEDIA AWARD sponsored by Hesketh Press

• Farm Creative
• Jelly Media
• Little Things to Cherish
• YMCA Fylde Coast

OUTSTANDING WOMAN IN BUSINESS sponsored by Lancashare

• Danceabled
• Devonshire Blinds
• Hookers Baits
• Kusuz Silver Jewellery
• Sunshine for the Soul

GREEN BUSINESS OF THE YEAR in association with Northern and Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

• Blackpool Skip Hire Ltd
• Sunshine for the Soul
• Sustainable Energy Systems

PROFESSIONAL FIRM OF THE YEAR in association with Eco – Innovation Programme, Lancaster University

• PHH Solicitors
• The Mortgage Factory

MANUFACTURING BUSINESS OF THE YEAR sponsored by NPL Group

• Devonshire Blinds
• On-site Kitchen Rentals
• Samson Containers
• The Cheesecake Emporium
• The Little Blue Hen Soap Crafting Company

GROWTH BUSINESS OF THE YEAR in association with Boost Business Lancashire

• Glazey Days Ltd
• Harper Stoves Ltd
• Hooker Baits
• Kusuz Silver Jewellery
• Levity Crop Science
• PHH Solicitors
• The Mortgage Factory

RETAILER OF THE YEAR in association with Fleetwood Market

• Devonshire Blinds
• Fleetwood Beach Kiosk
• Kusuz Silver Jewellery
• Pilling Pet Supplies Ltd
• Spa on the Breck

RURAL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR in association with National Farmers Union

• Broomheads Estate Agents
• Cowley Construction
• Daisy Clough Nurseries
• Farm Creative
• MOY Vets
• Myerscough College and University Centre

CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS OF THE YEAR in association with Blackpool and the Fylde Construction Hub

• Clement Dickens and Son Ltd
• Cowley Construction
• Harpers Stove Ltd
• Logic Scaffolding

HEALTHIEST BUSINESS OF THE YEAR sponsored by Lancaster University

• Lone Rook
• The Little Blue Hen Soap Crafting Company

EXPORTER OF THE YEAR

• Samson Containers
• Levity Crop Science

SERVICE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR in association with Marketing Lancashire

• Daisy Clough Nurseries
• Diamond Dog Walking and Pet Services
• Fleetwood Beach Kiosk
• Hardman McNeal
• Lone Rook
• On-site Kitchen Rentals
• Sustainable Energy Systems
• The Mortgage Factory

INNOVATION BUSINESS OF THE YEAR sponsored by Regenda Homes

• Blackpool Skip Hire Ltd
• Fleetwood Beach Kiosk
• Jelly Media
• Levity Crop Science
• Play Chest
• The Cheesecake Emporium

All that’s left to do is celebrate Wyre’s businesses huge achievements and celebrate their success. The finalist are now invited to attend the celebrations at the Marine Hall, Fleetwood on Thursday 29 November.

The evening will include a drinks reception, three course meal from Twelve Restaurant, entertainment from Daniel Sings and a great atmosphere.

Companies that didn’t make the final are also welcome to attend the ceremony for a great opportunity to network and enjoy a night out with the team.

To book your tickets, visit www.wyretheatres.co.uk/WBA