Harrogate, UK — The Harrogate Business Awards 2025 marked its 20th anniversary with a glittering ceremony at the DoubleTree by Hilton Majestic Hotel & Spa, bringing together more than 300 business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community figures.
The awards recognized excellence across a wide range of categories, from sustainability and technology to hospitality and rural enterprise. Among the standout winners was Yolk Farm, which not only secured the Rural Business of the Year award but also took home the coveted title of Overall Business of the Year 2025.
Other notable honorees included Labcorp (Business in the Community Award), Live For Today (Best Independent Business of the Year), Fat Badger Group (Hospitality Business of the Year), and Resurrected Bites (Business Services Sustainability Award). The Technology & Digital Award went to Howard Conrad, while Mother Shipton’s Cave was recognized with the Tourism Award.
Leadership was also in the spotlight, with Simon Midgley of Starling, Harrogate named Business Leader/Entrepreneur of the Year. The Judges’ Choice Award went to Sharon Canavar from Harrogate International Festivals, underscoring her long‑standing contribution to the region’s cultural and economic vitality.
Now in its third decade, the Harrogate Business Awards continue to serve as a platform for celebrating innovation, resilience, and community impact. Organizers emphasized that the awards not only honor individual achievements but also highlight the collective strength of Harrogate’s business community in driving regional growth.
Looking ahead, the 2025 edition sets a new benchmark for excellence, reinforcing Harrogate’s reputation as a hub of entrepreneurial spirit and sustainable business practices.
