Every year, the Awards exist to do one thing: celebrate the businesses that make the local economy what it is. From start-ups making their mark to long-established firms leading the way in innovation, sustainability and community impact, the Awards shine a spotlight on the dedication, resilience and ambition found across our local business community.

It’s a chance to recognise the people behind the businesses, the teams, entrepreneurs and community leaders who put in the work day after day, and to give them the platform they deserve. For the Chamber, that recognition matters. Sedgemoor’s businesses drive our local economy forward, and the Awards are our way of saying thank you and shining a light on what’s possible.

This year also marks a new chapter for the event. As the Chamber has evolved, from Bridgwater Chamber to Sedgemoor Chamber, and with our flagship event rebranded as the Somerset Business Expo, the Awards are taking their next step too, moving to a bigger venue and rebranding. The mission, though, stays exactly the same.

The 2026 Awards will celebrate excellence across 20 categories, covering businesses of every size and specialism, from start-ups and family firms to established sector leaders.

Here are this year’s finalists:

Small Business of the Year

Sponsored by Astron Fire and Security Ltd

Medium Business of the Year

Sponsored by Mike Morgan Electrical Services

Large Business of the Year

Sponsored by SDS Limited

Emerging Business of the Year

Sponsored by Westcotts Chartered Accountants & Business Advisers

Family Business of the Year

Sponsored by Milsted Langdon

Bridgwater Independent Business of the Year

Employer of the Year

Sponsored by Porter Dodson

Excellence Through Teamwork

Sponsored by Job Solutions

Skills, Training & Development

Rising Star

Frankie Buchanan

Amy Evans

Indee Farthing

Danielle Taylor

Natalie Parker

Jack Frampton

Laura Szulz-Krzyzanowska

Sustainable Business of the Year

Sponsored by Balanced

Green Innovation & Environmental Impact

Technology & Innovation

Sponsored by Agratas

Customer Service Excellence

Sponsored by Qss IT Solutions

Community Impact

Charity of the Year

Sponsored by Walker Family Law

Marketing Campaign of the Year

Building & Construction Excellence

Food & Drink Excellence

Sponsored by Thorne Safety & Compliance

Accommodation Provider of the Year

Sponsored by Hilton Ames Chauffeurs

Latest Update, 5th October 2026
Our finalists for the Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards 2026 have been announced and ticket sales for the awards ceremony evening are now live, so book your place for the big night. In the meantime, our judges will be reviewing each of the applications and finalising the winners ahead of the awards.

Missed your chance to enter this year? Register your interest now and we’ll make sure you’re among the first to know when applications for the 2027 Awards open. RSVP HERE