The 2025 Winners!
Ilkley Business Awards 2025: A Night of Celebration and Triumph!
The glitz and glamour of the Ilkley Business Awards 2025 illuminated the Craiglands Hotel on Friday 7th March 2025, as the town came together to honour its most outstanding businesses and individuals. With 238 guests in attendance, the evening was a vibrant celebration of the dedication, innovation, and success that drives Ilkley’s thriving economy.
The evening began with a palpable buzz of excitement as guests and finalists mingled during a lively drinks reception (kindly sponsored by The Craiglands Hotel), enjoying delicious canapés, the vibrant atmosphere whilst being entertained by the talented singer Mark Gregory from Mark Your Occasion.
The Winners
Leisure & Tourism Business of the Year sponsored by LFW Podiatry
Pretty Gritty
Best Boss of the Year – sponsored by Clip ‘n Climb Ilkley
Emily Slater, Luxe Beauty Lounge
Hair & Beauty Business of the Year – sponsored by The Ilkley Cow
Smink Makeup Artistry
Rising Star of the Year – sponsored by Ideal Extraction
Samuel Harrop – Right at Home
Long Service Staff Member Award – sponsored by Esscroft Private Nursery
Marilyn Osinski – Clarke Foley Community Hub
New Business of the Year – sponsored by Brooke Financial
Lulu’s Groom Room
Professional Services Business of the Year – sponsored by Elite Accountancy Services
Skipton Building Society, The Grove
Side Hustle Business of the Year -sponsored by Tennant and Darragh Jewellery Workshop
Ilkley Creative
Health & Wellbeing Business of the Year – sponsored by Home Instead Ilkley
The Hearing Suite
B2C Business of the Year – sponsored by Ilkley Town Council
Jigsaw
B2B Business of the Year – sponsored by LCF Law
Pi Healthcare
Best Café Business of the Year – sponsored by One Tivoli Place Guest House
Outside the Box
“As part of Ilkley BID’s ongoing commitment to support local businesses, we were incredibly proud to be joint headline sponsors of this prestigious event,” enthused Sarah Brookfield-Almond, Manager of Ilkley BID. “The Ilkley Business Awards are a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the hard work and success of businesses in our community and it was a delight to see so many recognised for their achievements. As a way to showcase the dedication and innovation of local entrepreneurs, these awards play a crucial role in fostering a thriving business environment in Ilkley. It is truly inspiring to witness the talent and passion that drives them to excel and contribute to the growth of our town. We look forward to continuing our support for the Ilkley Business Awards and applauding the outstanding achievements of the businesses that make our town so special.”
Echoing this sentiment, Nick Hancock from Your Ilkley Radio, joint Headline Sponsor, shared, “Ilkley is a thriving business community, and sponsoring these awards is our way of investing in its continued success. We’re honoured to be part of an event that celebrates the best of what Ilkley has to offer. Your Ilkley Radio is the area’s new local radio station from the makers of Stray FM. We’re all about the best of life in Ilkley. You can listen 24 hours a day on smart speaker, on our free app and online at yourilkley.com. Find us on socials @yourilkleyradio.”
The integrity of the awards was ensured by a panel of esteemed independent judges: Rich Hayden, Managing Director of Madeby7 (Leeds); David Spicer, Bradford University School of Management; and Sarah Howsen, Skipton BID Manager. Their expertise and impartiality were crucial to the event’s success.
A huge thank you to all our sponsors, whose generous support made this incredible evening possible. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to headline sponsors Ilkley BID and Your Ilkley Radio, as well as valued sponsors: Bathe of Wharfedale, Brooke Financial, Clip ‘n Climb Ilkley, Craiglands Hotel, Elite Accountancy Services, Esscroft Private Nursery, Event Music Company, Fusion Chocolate, JCM Website Design, Home Instead Ilkley, Ideal Extraction, Ilkley Town Council, LCF Law, LFW Podiatry, Mark Your Occasion, One Tivoli Place Guest House, Pi Healthcare, Right at Home Ilkley, TaxAssist Accountants, Tennant & Darragh Jewellery Workshop, The Ilkley Cow, The Ilkley Shoe Company, Twisted Bars and White Top Productions.
Ann Christian from LCF Law said: “LCF Law has proudly served the Ilkley business community for over 35 years. With deep roots in the area, we’re dedicated to supporting the community and it’s a privilege to recognise and celebrate our outstanding local businesses through our sponsorship of the Ilkley Business Awards.”
Congratulations to all the winners and nominees! Your hard work and dedication truly make Ilkley a fantastic place to live and do business. We look forward to celebrating with you again next year!
