The Pride of Bracknell Forest Awards are back!
Now in their 17th year, nominations now open for the 2023 Awards, which will take place next spring. As ever, the Pride of Bracknell Forest Awards will celebrate the very best of the Bracknell Forest Community, recognising local heroes in charity, education, business, sport and the voluntary sector. The Awards evening promises a glamorous Awards gala, an exquisite three-course dinner, and an array of local entertainment.
This year, we have introduced a new category – the Community Contribution Award. Aiming to shine the spotlight on those who have gone above and beyond, this recipient of this award will be specially selected by the Awards Committee for their exceptional contributions to the Bracknell Forest Community.
It is now over to you, Bracknell Forest!
Who do you look up to in the community? Who has had a positive impact on your life? Who is your local hero? Check out the categories below, and nominate them for a Pride of Bracknell Forest Award!
1. The John Nike Pride of Bracknell Forest Young Person’s Award
The John Nike Pride of Bracknell Forest Awards are given in honour of John Nike OBE DL, who sadly passed away in 2016. A staunch supporter of the Pride of Bracknell Forest Awards, he was a generous supporter of charities and voluntary groups such as Bracknell Athletics Club. The John Nike Pride of Bracknell Forest Young Person’s Award recognises the achievements of under 18’s from the Bracknell Forest area.
Discover more about this year’s winners, Myla Rose Bryant Dinsmore & Bethany Langley.
2. The John Nike Pride of Bracknell Forest Adult’s Award
The John Nike Pride of Bracknell Forest Adult’s Award recognises the achievements and selflessness of everyone aged 18 or over across the region.
Discover more about this year’s winners, Gareth Mepham & Julie Crann.
3. School of the Year
The School of the Year Award looks for schools that have performed exceptionally in providing an effective and engaging learning environment. Our region is highly successful in education and this award recognises schools which are driving academic success forward. The winning schools each receive a prize in recognition of their excellence, and to help them continue pushing their students to achieve and thrive.
Discover more about this year’s winners, Harmans Water Primary School & Sandy Lane Primary School.
4. Teacher of the Year
The Teacher of the Year category recognises those teachers who go the extra mile to make the classroom an engaging environment. They inspire children, from encouraging shy classmates to participate more in lessons to changing children’s outlooks on the world for the better. These are the people making a real difference to our children’s futures.
Discover more about this year’s winners, Sarah Buchanan & Rebecca Deeks.
5. Business of the Year
The Business of the Year category recognises those businesses which make outstanding contributions to the Bracknell Forest region, specifically to its people on a day-to-day basis. These businesses go above and beyond to ensure they make people’s lives that bit better.
Discover more about this year’s winners, Afton Chemical & Canine Assisted Learning.
6. Sport and Leisure – Young Person’s Award
The Sport and Leisure Young Person’s Award recognises those from the region who are under 18 and have made outstanding commitments to the fields of Sport and Leisure, and those whose achievements are laudable even at a younger age.
Discover more about this year’s winners, Berie Howard & Zach Callinan.
7. Sport and Leisure – Adult’s Award
The Sport and Leisure Adult’s Award recognises those from the region aged 18 or over who have made outstanding commitments to the fields of Sport and Leisure, across any relevant field, and whose achievements do Bracknell Forest proud.
Discover more about this year’s winners, Joshua Zeller & Connor Wharram.
8. Charity of the Year
The Charity of the Year category recognises the enormous contributions made to the Bracknell Forest Community by its many charities, social enterprises and voluntary groups. These organisations carry out some truly inspirational work, and the winning charities each receive a prize to help them continue performing their vital role.
Discover more about this year’s winners, Home-Start Bracknell Forest & The Ark Trust.
9. Volunteer of the Year
The Volunteer of the Year award recognises those who give up their time to make enormous contributions to the betterment of the Bracknell Forest community. Their stories are truly inspirational and should serve as a source of pride for everybody throughout the region.
Discover more about this year’s winners, Dorothy Hill & Ken Spencer.
10. Team of the Year
The Team of the Year identifies groups from the region who have made outstanding commitments to the community or deserve recognition for their achievements.
Discover more about this year’s winners, Bracknell Gymnastics Club GB Gymnasts & Evelyne, Bella, and Callan Rose.
11. Community Contribution Award
A new category for the 2023 Awards, the Community Contribution Award shines the spotlight on an individual or team who have distinguished themselves with exceptional contributions to the Bracknell Forest Community. The Awards Committee will shortlist and select the recipients of this Award from all nominations.