Shropshire Chamber of Commerce will be unveiling plans for its 2026 business awards at a launch night in Shrewsbury on January 22.

The competition will be officially launched at an evening reception at Hencote vineyard and restaurant in Shrewsbury, starting at 5.30pm.

Tickets for the launch event are free, and available on a first come, first served basis.

Shropshire Chamber chief executive Ruth Ross said: “Ever since the awards were launched in 2001, they have been a highlight of the local business calendar, and we can’t wait to share our exciting plans for the 2026 celebrations.”

The launch event will give businesses a first opportunity to find out about available categories for this year – with many favourite awards returning, and some new ones being introduced too.

The Chamber’s team will also be outlining the remaining sponsorship opportunities, with packages on offer for every budget.

Kelly Riedel, the Chamber’s head of member success, said: “For sponsors and for finalists, the awards night provides an incredible chance to showcase their brands in front of up to 700 people.

“We can’t wait to show people what we have got lined up this year, building on the incredible success of our 25th anniversary celebrations this summer. It’s going to be another spectacular night.”

Once again, the competition will be free to enter, and will be open to any businesses with an operational base in the county of Shropshire or Telford & Wrekin. You don’t need to be a Chamber member to take part.

Winners will be crowned once again at Telford’s International Centre, which has been home to the event since 2003. The 2026 awards night will take place on Friday June 19.

  • For more information about the awards, and a flavour of the 2025 celebrations, click here