Relive the 2025 Wigan Business Awards – Photo Gallery Now Live

3 people clapping on the Wigan Business Awards atage

We’ve been a little quiet since the ceremony in November… but we promise it’s been for good reason.  Behind the scenes, the team has been wrapping up the 2025 Wigan Business Awards campaign, planning for 2026, and sorting through thousands of moments from an unforgettable night.  Now, we’re excited to share something many of you have been waiting for…  The official 2025 Wigan Business […]

Thank You to Windy Arbour Farm for Helping Wigan Business Awards Keep It Local 

Geoff from Windy Arbour Farm shop with Nichola Howard from Wigan Business Awards smiling at the camera hold two food hampers

At Wigan Business Awards, we talk a lot about keeping it local and putting our money where our mouth is.  This year, we wanted our raffle prize to reflect that.   So instead of looking further afield, we headed straight to Windy Arbour Farm Shop.  In 2024, Windy Arbour Farm were finalists at the Wigan Business Awards in two categories, Customer Service Excellence and […]

Knights Digital Serve Up the Sweet Stuff as Official Dessert Sponsor of the 2025 Wigan Business Awards 

Nichola Howard from Launch NW and Dan Ackers from Knights Digital smiling in front of a red background with the Knights Digital Logo on

We’re chuffed to bits to announce that Knights Digital are the official Dessert Sponsors for the 2025 Wigan Business Awards.  After months of hard work, applications, interviews, and nerves, every finalist deserves a moment to raise a spoon and treat themselves.   Because what better way to celebrate business brilliance than with cake?  Let’s be honest, the sweet stuff matters.  And just like a great dessert, Dan […]

Meliora Consulting Sponsors Beauty, Health & Wellbeing Category: The Queen of Coordination Steps Into the Spotlight 

R-L Phil Paramore, Jayne Shufflebotham, Nichola Howard and Jo Leigh, Wigan Business Awards Organisers

We’re thrilled to say that Jayne Shufflebotham, founder of Meliora Consulting, is not only part of the WBA team, she’s also an official sponsor!  She’s the reason your finalist interview ran on time.  The woman behind the spreadsheet that saved our sanity.  She’s the organiser of organisers, the fixer of chaos, the human SOS.  Jayne has generously chosen to sponsor the Beauty, Health […]

Lillian’s Joins the Wigan Business Awards as Drinks Sponsor, Cheers to Local Flavour! 

Business owner Jo Francis and Nichola Howard stood smiling outside Lillians Cocktails and Small Plates

We’re excited to announce Lillian’s Cocktails & Small Plates as one of our official drinks sponsors for the 2025 campaign.  Known for their stylish vibe, locally inspired cocktails, and mouth-watering authentic tapas, Lillian’s has become a firm favourite on Leigh’s hospitality scene.  Now they’re bringing their signature flair to this year’s awards ceremony.  In true celebratory spirit, Lillian’s are gifting a bottle of their very own Lillian’s Gin on every […]

The Snug Coffee House Joins Wigan Business Awards as Drinks Sponsor 

Nichola Howard and Rachael McEntee stood smiling outside The Snug Coffee House

We’re thrilled to welcome The Snug Coffee House as one of our official drinks sponsors for the 2025 Wigan Business Awards.  Owned by Rachael McEntee, The Snug is more than just a coffee shop, it’s a community hub, a creative space, and a champion of local talent.   Based in Atherton, The Snug has become one of the borough’s best-loved venues, known for its welcoming atmosphere, commitment to […]

Safeseal Roofing Back the Best of Wigan’s Manufacturing and Engineering. 

Image shows the team at Safeseal Roofing stood with Wigan Business Awards organiser Nichola Howard

Wigan Business Awards are proud to welcome Safeseal Roofing as a sponsor supporting the Manufacturing & Engineering Business of the Year category.  Based in Ince, Safeseal Roofing are a family-run business led by husband-and-wife team Ben and Kat Craven.  Built on solid foundations the team at Safeseal are grafters who don’t shy away from hard work […]

Abtec Managed IT Backs Professional Services Businesses at Wigan Business Awards 2025 

Wigan Business Awards organiser Nichola Howard with Phillip Millward and the Abtec team

We’re proud to welcome Abtec Managed IT as the latest sponsor for the 2025 Wigan Business Awards.  This year, Abtec are supporting the Professional Services category, one that recognises the firms behind the scenes keeping Wigan’s businesses moving.  Local IT Support. National Standards.  Based in Hindley Green, Abtec Managed IT specialise in delivering market-leading IT services and […]

Intersect Steps In to Sponsor Wigan Business Awards 2025 Winners Celebration Event 

Wigan Business Awards Organiser Nichola Howard with Sue

We’re delighted to announce Intersect as the official sponsor of our Wigan Business Awards Winners Event. The event will be taking place on Thursday, 15th January 2026, following the 2025 ceremony.  Led by local business owner Sue Johnson, Intersect is a values-driven IT company known for delivering smart, honest tech solutions with a people-first approach.   […]

Varty’s Return to Sponsor Wigan Business Awards Best New Business 

Image shows two black horses dressed up ready to draw the carriage for Wigan Business awards sponsors Vartys Funeral Directors

We’re delighted to welcome Varty’s Funeral Directors back as a sponsor for the Wigan Business Awards 2025. Once again they’re backing the Best New Business category.  The 3rd generation family-run business, deeply rooted in the borough, continues to show support for local enterprise, proving that tradition and innovation can go hand in hand.  After a […]