We’re proud to be announced as a finalist in the Red Rose Awards 2026 in the ‘Family Business Award’ section, and keeping some excellent company in the process!
- Ainsworth Jewellers, Blackburn
- Birchall Foodservice, Burnley
- Buckhurst Plant Hire, Waterfoot
- Butlers Farmhouse Cheeses, Preston
- James E Hatch and Sons, Chorley
- rucomfy Beanbags, Great Harwood
Good luck to everyone on the night!
As featured in Lancashire Business View, here’s the full article:
The finalists in this year’s much-anticipated Red Rose Awards have been officially unveiled today.
The winner of each of the 25 awards will be announced on stage at a glittering, black tie ceremony held at the iconic Winter Gardens Blackpool on March 12.
In the run up to the big night the shortlisted finalists will make their case to a panel of judges during two days of face-to-face presentations on February 4 and 5.
The awards honour the best of the county’s businesses and organisations in key sectors, from built environment to tourism, while others recognise specific achievements, such as scaling up, and transformation.
Businesses of all sizes are in with a chance of recognition – from micro to large companies and not-for profit and family concerns.
There are three new categories this year – AI and Tech Innovation, Creative Business and Deal of the Year.
Rosebud, Lancashire County Council’s finance and growth support service, is this year’s judging partner and audit, tax and business consultancy firm RSM, another key Red Rose Awards supporter, completed the validation stage of the process.
The winner of each category will receive a bespoke trophy, specially crafted by PDS Engineering.
The Red Rose Awards are once again supported by Forbes Solicitors, headline sponsor every year since the awards were launched in 2011, and Barclays, headline sponsor for more than a decade.
Richard Slater, publisher of Lancashire Business View, said: “Announcing this year’s finalists is a moment of real pride for business in Lancashire.
“The calibre of entries in 2026 has been exceptional.
“From start‑ups to long‑established firms, Lancashire businesses are innovating, creating quality jobs and delivering real impact for our communities.
“To all who entered – thank you and to our finalists – congratulations.
“We look forward to seeing our finalists on the judging days (February 4-5) and it’s a chance to hear your fantastic stories of how you fly the flag for Lancashire.”
Tickets are currently available to shortlisted companies before the remainder go on general sale.
