Wyre Council reveals winners of the 2025 Wyre Business Awards  

Wyre Council is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Wyre Business Awards, unveiled at a spectacular ceremony held at the historic Marine Hall in Fleetwood on Tuesday 21 October. 

Now in its milestone tenth year, the Wyre Business Awards have become a flagship celebration of the borough’s thriving business community, an evening dedicated to recognising the outstanding achievements, resilience, and innovation of local businesses and entrepreneurs. 

This year’s event was a dazzling celebration of success, set against the elegant backdrop of Marine Hall, which itself is celebrating its 90th anniversary. Themed around the glamour of the 1930s, the evening brought together over 160 guests, including business leaders, community champions, and local dignitaries. The event was hosted by the charismatic comedian and actor Justin Moorhouse, who kept the audience entertained with his signature wit and warmth. 

From family-run enterprises and pioneering start-ups to established industry leaders, the awards honoured those who have gone above and beyond to support their communities, create jobs, and drive economic growth across Wyre. 

Councillor Peter Le Marinel, Portfolio Holder for Planning Policy and Economic Development at Wyre Council, praised the winners and finalists: 

“The Wyre Business Awards are more than just a celebration, they’re a testament to the incredible drive, creativity, and community spirit that define our local businesses. Every winner has shown what it means to adapt, innovate, and lead, even in challenging times.  

“I extend my sincere congratulations to all this year’s winners for their outstanding accomplishments. These businesses are the heartbeat of our borough, and their success is to be commended. We’re proud to stand beside them and support their continued growth. 

“Here’s to another decade of business brilliance!” 

Blackpool Skip Hire was crowned Wyre Business of the Year and Growth Business of the Year rewarding its exceptional growth, innovation, and community impact. Speaking at the ceremony, Kenny Stephenson, the Operations Director exclaimed:  

“It feels fantastic to win, the whole team are really happy! It’s always a great event, an incredible venue, great food and atmosphere, it’s been a fantastic night. I’m very, very proud to have won twice now and it’s nice to be recognised for the effort we put in.”  

The night’s big winners were: 

• Wyre Business of the Year – Blackpool Skip Hire
  • Runners up – Bank Dental 
• Business Personality of the Year – Thea Hesketh, Sally’s Garstang 
• Climate Action Award – Ecoduct 
• Community and Charity Organisation of the Year – Help PKE 
• Corporate Social Responsibility Award – Strive Fleetwood 
• Food, Drink and Accommodation Business of the Year – Sally’s Garstang 
• Growth Business of the Year – Blackpool Skip Hire 
• Health, Beauty and Wellbeing Business of the Year – Bank Dental 
• Micro Business of the Year – WS Logistics 
• Small Business of the Year – A & G Metal Treatments Ltd 
• New Business of the Year – Coach and Shine 
• Farming and Countryside Award – SRH Agribusiness 
• Social Media Award – Affinity Lancashire 
• Team of the Year – Utility Collections 
• Tourism Business of the Year – Affinity Lancashire 
• Pride in Place Award – Plush, Cleveleys 

The Wyre Business Awards would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Balfour Beatty returned as the Headline Sponsor for 2025, continuing their valued partnership with the event. 

We also extend our sincere thanks to our category sponsors, whose support helps shine a spotlight on the incredible talent and innovation across Wyre: A & G Metal Treatments Ltd, The Small Business Academy, Lancashire Skills Hub, The Marsden Building Society, Myerscough College, The National Farmers Union (NFU), Addison Academy and Hillhouse Enterprise Zone. 

Their commitment to celebrating and supporting local enterprise is what makes this event such a success.  

The Wyre Business Awards are part of Wyre Council’s ongoing commitment to supporting local enterprise, encouraging innovation, and building a resilient, thriving economy. The awards are free to enter and open to businesses of all sizes and sectors, from across the borough.