Platinum Award
Winner:
Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity
“Truly profound impact from day one of its 50 year history to an excellent 2024. The charity’s initiatives foster full-hearted goodness within Bristol. A thoroughly deserving winner of the Platinum.”
@bwhospcharity | bwhospitalscharity.org.uk
Sponsored by: Optimising IT
Arts & Creative
Winner:
Wake The Tiger
“Wake The Tiger has revolutionised immersive experiences, attracting over 430K visitors with OUTERverse, blending art, technology and storytelling to inspire limitless imagination.”
@wakethetiger | wakethetiger.com
Sponsored by: SLX
Bar & Pub
Winner:
Alma Tavern & Theatre
“This eclectic pub has thrived as a vibrant community hub, blending top-tier drinks, arts, live music and unforgettable weddings, all while championing local talent.”
@almataverntheatre | almatavernandtheatre.co.uk
Sponsored by: Thatchers
Business Services
Winner:
DeskLodge
“DeskLodge’s impressive growth saw expanded locations, B Corp certification, and strong occupancy rates, solidifying its position as a key Bristol coworking space.”
@desklodge_bristol | desklodge.com
Sponsored by: Mytton Williams
Charity
Winner:
Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity
“Its vital Snowdrop Appeal inventively raised funds to transform spaces for grieving families with creative promotion through its Wave of Light in Bristol’s sky.”
Civic & Community
Winner:
Made for Impact
“This civic champion launched its successful Impact Programme, and empowered charities with strategic growth, securing over £320K in funding and 100% client satisfaction.”
@made_for_impact | madeforimpact.co.uk
Sponsored by: Hawkins Insolvency
Employer
Winner:
AMD Solicitors
“AMD Solicitors expanded its teams, enhanced employee engagement via financial transparency and annual conference, backed by bespoke training. Strategy evidently successful.”
@AMDSolicitors | amdsolicitors.com
Sponsored by: The University of Bath, Executive MBA
Event
Winner:
Bristol Pride
“A landmark year! 47,000 attendees, expanded programming, and a record-breaking Pride Parade, promoting inclusivity, community, and support for the LGBT+ population.”
@bristolpride | bristolpride.co.uk
Sponsored by: Bristol Life
Financial
Winner:
Parmenion Capital Partners
“Parmenion achieved remarkable growth, with a 190% increase in new business, reaching £10bn in assets, while prioritising service excellence and ethical leadership.”
@parmenionuk | parmenion.co.uk
Hair & Beauty
Winner:
Lori Lori
“Overcoming a challenging, abrupt closure, Lori Lori thrived with a successful move to a larger, dream space, expanding its team and client base.”
@lorilorihair | lorilorihair.com
Health & Wellbeing
Winner:
Talk Club
“Talk Club has rapidly grown to 120 clubs, supporting over 5,000 men in 2024 and using innovative approaches to improve mental fitness and break stigmas.”
@talkclubcharity | talkclub.org
Sponsored by: The Wave
Homes & Interiors
Winner:
Gardiner Haskins
“Another year of excellence in homeware and product innovation, sales notably up 28% YoY. Thoughtful with its team, great with customers.”
@gardinerhaskins | gardinerhaskins.co.uk
Legal
Winner:
Rothley Law
“Surging Rothley’s innovative approach, excellent consistency and clear focus have established it as a go-to private client firm. Strong year.”
@rothleylaw | rothleylaw.com
Legends
Winner:
Reflections Hair Group
“57k client visits to its 11 Bristol salons and 14.5% sales growth in its 44th year, Reflections is a worthy first winner of the Legends category.”
@reflectionshairgb | reflectionshair.co.uk
Leisure & Tourism
Winner:
The Wave Bristol
“Record-breaking surf experiences, inventive expansion, now with B Corp status, this is a cool, distinctive, successful, high profile landmark.”
@thewave | thewave.com
Sponsored by Alliance Wales & West
New Business
Winner:
Mint HS
“Impressive impact in its first year for this workplace safety specialist, delivering effective solutions, gaining clients and helping foster a culture of compliance across diverse sectors.”
@mint.hs.safety | mint-hs.co.uk
Sponsored by: Floresco
People Services
Winner:
Core3
“Laudable standards set in its incredible recruitment drive, delivering exceptional growth, talent retention, and launching its Core3 Inner Circle initiative.”
@core3uk | core3.co.uk
Property
Winner:
JAS Building Services
“This reliable home renovation company set a bold vision for industry leadership and completed impressive projects on Park Street and Canford Lane. Consistent excellence”
@JASBuildingServices | jasbuildingservices.co.uk
Sponsored by: Bristol Property Awards
Restaurant
Winner:
Noah’s
“Invested in a hugely-popular alfresco dining rooftop terrace, garnered national recognition and industry accolades, and redefined excellence in the UK’s fish and chip scene. Splendid!”
@noahs_bristol | noahsbristol.co.uk
Retailer
Winner:
Hullabaloos Drinks
“From a kitchen dream to successful online business of innovative eco-products, plus 11 UK distributors, international sales and appealing new flavours: happy Hullabaloo!”
@Hullabaloos_Drinks | hullabaloos.co.uk
Small Business
Winner:
Avo Activewear
“Smartly developing, clever niche business with 8,000+ customer base and new product launches that are empowering petite women with distinctive sportswear.”
@avoactivewear | avoactivewear.com
Sustainability
Winner:
Gillards
“Gillard expertly blends innovation and sustainability through its Woodland Carbon Scheme. Environmental milestones hit, and recognition as an ethical e-fulfilment powerhouse.”
@gillardsuk | gillards.com
Technology
Winner:
EnsiliTech
“EnsiliTech’s groundbreaking innovation in vaccine stability plus strategic contracts and global recognition is set to reform healthcare and sustainability for future generations. Remarkable!”
@ensilitech | ensilitech.com
Sponsored by: EntreConf