Destination Basingstoke

Across Basingstoke and Deane, there are incredible businesses, teams and individuals making a real difference to our local economy and community — and now is the time to celebrate them.

🏆 Nominations are NOW OPEN for the INSPIRE Business Awards 2026!

Get your nominations in today! https://www.destinationbasingstoke.co.uk/inspire/inspire-award-categories-2026/

✨ New categories have been introduced this year, giving even more opportunities to recognise success, innovation and impact across the borough.

Whether you’re putting forward your own business or nominating someone else, this is your chance to shine a spotlight on the very best of our local business community.

⏰ Deadline for nominations: Friday 31 July 2026

Don’t miss out — submit your nomination and help us celebrate the people and organisations driving Basingstoke and Deane forward.

The Inspire business awards also recognise the work of charities and businesses in our communities. Do you know of an organisation to nominate. the deadline is 31 July 2026.

Community Impact Award (Business & The Community)
The Business and the Community Award is open to businesses that, in addition to their commercial activities make a real difference through community, social, or environmental initiatives, embedding positive impact within their strategy and operations.

The judges are looking for an all-round excellence in business. The judges will focus on trading performance, future objectives and implemented strategies that have driven business growth.

Find out more: https://www.destinationbasingstoke.co.uk/inspire/inspire-award-categories-2026/

⏳ Only one month to go!

Nominations for the INSPIRE Business Awards are closing soon, and this year there are exciting new categories to get involved in.

Whether it’s a standout apprentice, an innovative company or a team going above and beyond, now is the time to put them forward.

Don’t miss your chance to celebrate local success – get your nominations in today! https://www.destinationbasingstoke.co.uk/inspire/inspire-award-categories-2026/