Broadland and South Norfolk Business Awards finalists 2025

Congratulations to all the 2025 Business Awards finalists!

Business Growth, sponsored by Hethel Innovation

• Alpha 7 Motorsport Ltd - Professional motorsport team providing race support and road services for the Caterham 7 community.
• Norfolk Wealth Management - Offering expert financial advice to personal and business clients nationwide across a diverse range of services.
• The Cheese Truckle - Supplying leading hotels and restaurants in Norfolk and Suffolk the finest cheese and speciality foods.

Business Innovation, sponsored by Panel Graphic

• iBoxit Ltd - Offering sustainable and carbon-negative packaging and logistical solutions, made entirely from natural and waste materials.
• Sekura.id - Global provider of mobile identity data. Market-leading real-time verification, anti-fraud and frictionless authentication.
• THURN Group Ltd - Providing sonar survey products, technology development, expert knowledge and advice for projects in the ports, oil and gas and renewables sectors.

Employer of the Year, sponsored by Jarrold Training

• Break Charity - Working across East Anglia making life better for young people on the edge of care, in care and leaving care.
• Breakwater IT - Providing IT support and services to businesses in Norwich, Norfolk and across the UK.
• GroWild Kindergarten Ltd - A forest school nature nursery for 2 to 5 year olds, set in 2.2 acres of beautiful woodland in Sprowston.

Environmental Impact, sponsored by Citrus Security Shredding

• Broadland Drinks Ltd - A one-stop shop to help drinks retailers and brand owners cut carbon.
• Delta Fire Ltd - Manufacturers and suppliers of fire fighting equipment to over 60 countries around the world.
• The Locks Inn Community Pub - Family-friendly, riverside pub in Geldeston with good food, quality ales from local breweries and a wide range of musical events.

Excellence in Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering, sponsored by Mirus Aircraft Seating

• Hi-SPAN - One of the UK's leading suppliers of Cold Rolled Products with over 55 years experience within the construction industry.
• L&G Engineering Ltd - Process technology specialists working with clients in the food and beverage industry.
• Simply Roasted Crisps - Producer of award winning, triple cooked crisps, made from real sliced British potatoes from 50% less fat.

Excellence in Insurance, Financial and Professional Services, sponsored by FIG

• Heritage Wills - Leading Will Writers in East Anglia, also providing a full Probate Service, assistance with Trust matters, Lasting Power of Attorney and more.
• Norfolk Wealth Management - Offering expert financial advice to personal and business clients nationwide across a diverse range of services.
• Sekura.id - Global provider of mobile identity data. Market-leading real-time verification, anti-fraud and frictionless authentication.

Food and Drink Producer of the Year, sponsored by Woodforde's Brewery

• Ampersand Brew Co - Diss-based brewery, brewing a range of core seasonal beers using locally grown malted grains.
• Home Farm Gin - Creators of premium, handcrafted, artisan gin. Crafted and bottled with love, by hand.
• Simply Roasted Crisps - Producer of award winning, triple cooked crisps, made from real sliced British potatoes from 50% less fat.

New Business, sponsored by InTouch Systems

• Beeyutiful Home - Home decor shop selling unique crafts and items for the home, located at White House Farm in Norwich.
• The Pulham Patch - Family-run farm in Pulham Market with a pumpkin patch, maize maze and play area.
• The Wild Daisy - Brooke-based shop selling bespoke flowers, beautiful gifts and cards.

Broadland Small Business of the Year, sponsored by Pasta Foods

• Chef 2 Dine 4 - Catering for dinner parties, corporate events and weddings across Norfolk headed by professional chef Avril Read.
• The Hungry Otter - Food van at Salhouse Broad serving barista coffee, speciality teas, cakes, pastries and ice cream.
• Tom and Toto - Doggy daycare centre located at White House Farm in Norwich, also offering a dog spa and social club.

South Norfolk Small Business of the Year, sponsored by Big Sky Living

• Huxley Events Ltd - Corporate event management agency offering corporate events and away days.
• Little Riders Cycle Training Ltd - Fun courses to help more young people develop the skills and confidence to ride a bike.
• The Fat Radish Kitchen Company - Designing, building and installing bespoke, personalised kitchens.

Tourism Business of the Year, sponsored by Adnams

• Stubbs Farm Alpacas - Experiences to suit all animal-lovers of different interests, ages and budgets in the South Norfolk countryside.
• The Bug Parc - Norfolk's only invertebrate zoo, showcasing over 200 different invertebrates at this unique visitor attraction in Lenwade.
• The Ironmongers Boutique - Luxury hotel in Aylsham offering eight historically decorated bespoke rooms.

Broadland Pub of the Year, sponsored by Pub is The Hub

• The Cantley Cock - Traditional Norfolk pub serving delicious food and a great selection of real ales.
• The Dog Inn Horsford - Friendly local pub in Horsford, offering street food vendors, live music and coffee and natter mornings.
• The White Horse Upton - Historic and welcoming community pub, nestled near the banks of the River Bure in the heart of Upton.

South Norfolk Pub of the Year, sponsored by Pub is The Hub

• The Angel Inn Loddon - Artisan free house serving homemade food, quality coffee and local craft ale.
• The Locks Inn Community Pub - Family-friendly, riverside pub in Geldeston with good food, quality ales from local breweries and a wide range of musical events.
• The Wheel of Fortune - Traditional Norfolk dog friendly pub in Alpington, extending a warm welcome to all.

Broadland Retailer of the Year, sponsored by Birketts LLP

• Aylsham Garden Centre - Catering for all your gardening needs since 2020, with a restaurant and delivery service.
• Goat Shed - Family-run business in Honingham with a farm shop, kitchen, cheese making, maize maze and accommodation.
• Tasty Food Company - Food van serving barista coffee and gluten free homemade food based at Thorpe Plant Centre.

South Norfolk Retailer of the Year, sponsored by Birketts LLP

• Albright of Diss - Craft and haberdashery shop offering a wide range of creative supplies and workshops for the crafting community.
• Elementals Magickal Emporium - Spiritual shop selling magickal books, candles, incense and more located in a 17th Century Coaching Inn in Wymondham.
• Our Slice of Country Life - Diss-based arts and crafts gift shop, selling handmade gifts and home decor.

Broadland Business Builder Exemplar, sponsored by CNC Building Control

This category recognises the successful outcomes of applicants to our Business Builder Programme. The shortlist represents the best examples of how the Councils' unique support programme has resulted in a meaningful impact on the business and delivered tangible outcomes as a result.

• Focalise Finance - Your funding partner for growth, understanding your business, and your goals.
• The Porters Arms - Micropub in Aylsham serving a range of artisan drinks, with an emphasis on local independent producers.
• Tibbs Fitness - Inspiring people to incorporate fitness into their lifestyle to improve their physical and mental health at their Sprowston-based fitness centre.

South Norfolk Business Builder Exemplar, sponsored by CNC Building Control

This category recognises the successful outcomes of applicants to our Business Builder Programme. The shortlist represents the best examples of how the Councils' unique support programme has resulted in a meaningful impact on the business and delivered tangible outcomes as a result.

• Grain Brewery - Brewery and taproom where people can stop by at South Farm in Alburgh.
• Tas Valley Exterior Cleaning Services - Professional cleaning of all exterior surfaces including walls, guttering, patios and solar panels.
• The Fat Radish Kitchen Company - Designing, building and installing bespoke, personalised kitchens.