Platinum Award
Winner:
Wake The Tiger
“Simply put, Wake the Tiger is a once-in-a-generation artistic masterpiece. Flair, imagination, ambition, reach: just stunning! 27 creative environments from 57 countries. Sustainable, disruptive and daring beyond the impossible – very Bristol!”
@wakethetiger | wakethetiger.com
Arts & Creative
Winner:
Upfest
“Celebrated its 15th anniversary as Europe’s largest street art festival with over 50,000 visitors. Providing an urban blank canvas of opportunity for all kinds of up-and-coming artists.”
@upfest | upfest.co.uk
Sponsored by: SLX
Bar
Winner:
Harbour House
“Established as a destination bar after a successful rebrand and hosted quality events for the BBC, Netflix and Airbus. Harbour’s Britz list of wines has gone down a treat!”
@_harbourhouse | hhbristol.com
Sponsored by: Thatchers
Business Services
Winner:
Cosgrove & Drew
“What a transformational 2022! Rolled out its people-first development programme ‘Skill Build’ and its highly-skilled engineering specialists garner most business through exemplar client recommendations.”
@CDEServicesUK | cde-services.co.uk
Sponsored by: EntreConf
Charity
Winner:
Empire Fighting Chance
“Referrals up to record levels with outstanding outreach, as it partnered with England Boxing to deliver vital sessions to young people with mental health issues. Big year.”
@EmpireFightingC | empirefightingchance.org
Sponsored by: VWV
Civic
Winner:
OurCity2030 by Babbasa and the One City Office
“Ambitious, powerful initiative significantly helping to narrow the inequality ethnic gap in Bristol. Emotional event delivered to hundreds, complete with impressive donations.”
@babbasahub | ourcity2030.com
Sponsored by: Hawkins Insolvency
Education
Winner:
Boomsatsuma
“Boomsatsuma’s programmes are gaining national recognition for innovation, whilst expanding its courses and student intake. Its two new learning centres have performed exceptionally!”
@boomsatsuma | boomsatsuma.com
Event
Winner:
Bristol Pride
“Returned to its real-life celebrations with great anticipation, taking over Bristol with crowds over 40,000. A record 2022 and its most diverse programme yet.”
@Bristolpride | bristolpride.co.uk
Sponsored by: Bristol Life
Event
Winner:
Propyard
“Cleverly transformed the former MOD torpedo testing warehouse to create big and bold experiences, from summer socials to art workshops, all the way to the outstanding Van Gogh Immersion.”
@propyardbristol | propyard.co.uk
Sponsored by: Bristol Life
Financial
Winner:
Moneyhub
“A pivotal time for Moneyhub, having completed its latest funding round totalling millions. An innovative product that is changing financial knowledge and confidence of customers during tricky times.”
@moneyhubenterpr | moneyhub.com
Hair & Beauty
Winner:
Nuala Morey Salon
“This has been a great year of national recognition, US tour, excellent growth and powerful partnerships for the forward-thinking Nuala Morey Salon. Bravo!”
@nualamoreysalon | nualahairdressing.com
Health & Wellbeing
Winner:
Active Teams
“Launched a new scalable employee activity platform keeping teams across the region happy and healthy. An impressive 132% client increase and rapid rise – keeping Bristol onside and active!”
@activeteamsuk | activeteams.co.uk
Homes & Interiors
Winner:
Chaunceys Timber Flooring
“2022 brought a slick refresh for Chaunceys with a new state-of-the-art workspace, increasing productivity by 300%. The renovation of the historic RWA gallery is a clear standout.”
@chaunceystimber | chauncey.co.uk
Legal
Winner:
Bevan Brittan
“Expertly advised Catalyst and Peabody on a merger involving 100,000 homes as well as Havebury Housing Partnership’s vital project. Consistently impressive with a ninth consecutive year of profit growth.”
@BevanBrittanLLP | bevanbrittan.com
Leisure & Tourism
Winner:
Wake The Tiger
“The world’s first amazement park has awoken to huge critical acclaim, with over 100,000 tickets sold and millions of income in just six months. Meridia is an unmissable experience.”
@wakethetiger | wakethetiger.com
New Business
Winner:
The Forge & Fern
“Spectacular on many levels with locally supported business, produce and sustainability at its heart. Opening in 2022, its standout The Mighty Forge roast has become a popular staple.”
@theforgeandfern | theforges.co.uk
Sponsored by: JAS Building Services
People Services
Winner:
Baltimore Consulting
“A firm favourite with people, both in the minds of staff and its customers. Huge year-on-year turnover, proud charitable efforts and showcased expertise in recruiting for SEN roles.”
@baltimorerec | www.baltimoreconsultingltd.com
Property
Winner:
JAS Building Services
“A consistent performer in Bristol’s property market with 30 customers homes carefully delivered, 21 new projects won plus launch of an already-successful enhanced design service.”
@JASBuilding | www.jasbuildingservices.co.uk
Sponsored by: Bristol Property Awards
Restaurant
Winner:
The Forge & Fern
“Forging a fresh direction for Staple Hill! This new restaurant has produced an aesthetically pleasing design complete with delicious menu, rave reviews and promising job creation.”
@theforgeandfern | theforges.co.uk
Sponsored by: Crumbs
Retail
Winner:
Single Variety Co
“Creative products with distinct flavour that have already been stocked at Waitrose and Selfridges, with wholesales grown over 40%. A cool business of the successful variety!”
@singlevarietyco | singlevariety.co.uk
Sustainability
Winner:
PEEQUAL
“PEEQUAL is a powerful example of entrepreneurs at work, combining sustainability and equality. Featured products at Love Saves the Day and Glastonbury with a 4.8/5 satisfaction rating.”
@peequaluk | peequal.com
Sponsored by: Lexus Bristol
Technology
Winner:
Stripe OLT
“A significant three-year period for Stripe with its biggest growth in headcount and turnover yet and an expanded portfolio of IT and Security services. Strong performers.”
@StripeOLT | stripeolt.com
Sponsored by: Close Brothers Asset Management