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2026 Business Awards

The Richmond Business Awards 2026 are organised by the Original Richmond Business & Tourism Association in conjunction with The Company of Mercers, Grocers and Haberdashers of Richmond Yorkshire and North Yorkshire Council.

The awards are free to enter and are open to any business or organisation that is a member of the Original Richmond Business and Tourism Association (ORBTA) or that trades in the DL10 area, whether they are a member of ORBTA or not.

2026 Business Awards

Russell Lord, Freeman of The Mercers, Grocers & Haberdashers of Richmond (Yorkshire) said, "The Company is proud to be working alongside the Original Richmond Business & Tourism Association to make these awards a success in recognising the contribution business makes to our local community. The Awards in 2020, 2022 and 2024 highlighted the wealth and diversity of businesses within the area and we look forward to celebrating their success again at this year’s Awards ceremony."

The awards will be presented by David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire. The Mayor said of the event:

“Richmond is home to many of our region's most forward-thinking businesses, that are at the heart of developing new ideas and driving growth.  

“The Richmond Business Awards are a great way to celebrate that spirit, and I am looking forward to showcasing the talented people behind Richmond’s success by presenting the awards in April." 

Timeline

  • 26th January - Awards open for entries on the ORBTA website
  • 27th February (midnight) - Closing date for submission
  • 17th April - Awards presentation evening at The Station Cafe Bar

The Awards

  • Any size, any type of business as well as start-ups are welcome to enter
  • There are 16 awards including an award for Young Person of the Year, in memory of Dennis Graves of Mocha Chocolate.  The overall winner will be presented with the prestigious David Doorbar Award for Excellence

 

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