South Cheshire Chamber Business Awards set for success as entries roll in

Entries are rolling into the South Cheshire Chamber Business Awards 2026 ahead of what promises to be another memorable celebration of business excellence.

The Chamber’s 29th annual event has all the hallmarks of being another huge success at Crewe Hall on November 13 with categories backed by big name sponsors and considerable interest already registered.

With the deadline for entries set for noon on September 4, organisers say now is the time to get in the running.

Entry is straight-forward, free and offers a fantastic marketing opportunity for South Cheshire businesses of all sizes.

Chamber Chief Executive Paul Colman said: “Already there’s a great start to our annual awards and a generous response from companies and organisations which have come forward as sponsors.

“It is a testament to the strength of the awards that so many of our sponsors return year after year, continuing to champion and invest in the success of the South Cheshire business community.

“Now we urge businesses trading in South Cheshire to celebrate their success by entering the Awards which offer fantastic prestige and publicity.”

The long-running awards celebrate all that is great and good about the South Cheshire business community – its resilience when times are tough, generosity towards local good causes and dedication to nurturing fresh talent.

Enterprising and inspirational businesses and individuals have been celebrated by the Chamber every year since the late 90s.

Start-up businesses and ‘one-man bands’ have grown to become large scale employers and others have become global success stories, flying the flag for the area’s quality products and services.

Paul added: “The awards play an important role in celebrating achievement and inspiring others. The Chamber has been immensely proud to see its winners go from strength to strength over the years.”

Categories and their sponsors are:

• Ambassador of the Year: Nantwich Town Football Club
• Apprentice of the Year: Reaseheath College & University Centre
• Business of the Year: Cheshire College South & West
• Contribution to the Community: sponsored by Bentley Motors and supported by Cheshire Connect
• Employer of the Year: Assurant
• Excellence in Collaboration: Open to category sponsorship
• Excellence in Customer Service: KPI Recruiting
• International Trader of the Year: DJH Accountants & Business Advisers
• Small Business of the Year: Hibberts LLP Solicitors
• Start-Up Business of the Year: TownSq Crewe

The judging process will begin on September 4th.

Entrants are asked about their achievements, how they attract new business, what makes their company different and any obstacles or industry issues they have overcome.

Finalists will be announced on the 18^th September.

Win or lose, the black tie ceremony is a night to remember in itself and for those who don’t make it onto the winners’ podium, there are Highly Commended certificates.

Tickets go on sale September 21.

For more information on entering the awards and being part of the night go to sccci.co.uk/business-awards