Isle of Wight Radio’s 2025 Best in Business Awards took place on Friday (21st March), with more than 40 local enterprises and talented individuals recognised on the night.
Hosted by Breakfast Show host Paul Topping and the elegant Emily Wells, this year’s event once again took place at Gurnard Pines.
An innovative twist on the ‘Higher or Lower’ game saw Paul invoke the spirit of Bruce Forsyth, with Newport based community hub Pan Together receiving £100 as a result.
The Awards:
- Overall Business of the Year (sponsored by Red Squirrel): RenoDrain
- Retailer of the Year (Sponsored by D&S Carpets): Visual Impact
- New Business of the Year (sponsored by Raven Print and Design): Modern Landscapes
- Charity of the Year (sponsored by Island Windows): 4P’s Project
- Best Tourist Attraction (sponsored by Visit Isle of Wight): Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary
- Family Business of the Year (sponsored by Wightlink): Solent Cruises
- Best Island Produce (sponsored by Beacon Magazine): Grace’s Bakery
- Top Event of the Year (sponsored by Red Funnel): The Royal County Show
- Contribution to the Community (sponsored by Glanvilles Damant): The Football Fun Factory
- Apprentice of the Year (sponsored by HTP Apprenticeship College): Kaitlyn Donovan
- Best Green Eco Business: Keert
- Customer Service of the Year (sponsored by Horsler Lift Services): Kim Street Slimming World Carisbrooke
- Hairdresser/Salon of the Year (sponsored by the Isle of Wight College): Allsorts Hair and Beauty
- Island’s Best Breakfast (sponsored by Wight Fire & Security): Fins Beach Cafe
- Pub of the Year (sponsored by ICR Systems): The Crown Inn, Shorwell
Charlie Panayi – CEO of head sponsor Red Squirrel – said:
“It’s great to once again see a light shed on so many fantastic local businesses and individuals at these awards.
“It shows the camaraderie surrounding local businesses on the Island – we can support and motivate one another to prosper.
“It’s a major reason why we have been supporters of this event since its inception, with a strong belief in celebrating the success of others.”
