Twyford Together Community Awards

Congratulations to all the winners and finalists at our 2025 Awards Ceremony on Monday 17 March. Big thanks to all of you for your terrific nominations, to La Fontana for hosting the event, to our generous award sponsors and to Tim Hodges Photography for the pics.

Who were the finalists and winners?

Business of the Year (award sponsor: Home Instead)
A local company or small business that goes out of its way to support the community.
Winner: The Shredquarters
Shortlisted: The Little Yoga Studio, Physiocare
Tradesperson of the Year (award sponsor: Kitchen and Bathroom Place)
A plumber, electrician, builder, decorator or other trade who always goes above and beyond.
Winner: David Cox (Westgate Electrical Services),
Shortlisted: Heather Isherwood (She Paints), Richard Morris (RG10 Appliance Repairs)
Food and Drink Award (award sponsor: Benedict Charles Financial Planning)
A local café, pub, restaurant or take-away where you consistently enjoy helpful service with a smile.
Winner: Waggon and Horses
Shortlisted: The Royal Oak, Stanlake Wine Estate
Community Group of the Year (award sponsor: The Shredquarters)
Your favourite club, society, church or other interest group.
Winner: Twyford Drama
Shortlisted: Hurst Hookers, Twyford and Ruscombe Horticultural Association
Teacher of the Year (award sponsor: Rural Pie Co.)
That special teacher, TA or tutor who goes above and beyond to get the best out of their students.
Winner: Mrs Y Burke (The Colleton),
Shortlisted: Miss L Heckert (Polehampton Infants), Ms C Khan (The Piggott School)
Charity of the Year (award sponsor: Grapevine Estate Agents)
A charity which deserves particular recognition for their tireless work in our local community.
Winner: My Cancer My Choices, Charvil
Shortlisted: Colleton PTA, Happy Hours Pre-School
Go Green Together Award (award sponsor: RG10 Magazine)
An individual or initiative dedicated to improving our local environment, whether through protecting the natural world, enhancing public spaces or educating others.
Winner: Ola Coffee
Shortlisted: Ian Butterick (Econet)
Sports Person of the Year (award sponsor: SimplyFit)
Someone who has been championing, coaching or performing sport or fitness activities for the community.
Winner: Tamina Oliver (GB Duathlete)
Shortlisted: Holly McRitchie (Age Concern Fundraiser), Robert Brophy (Twyford Comets), Sean Jones (Wargrave and Twyford Runners)
Young Achiever of the Year (award sponsor: Ideal Branding)
A young person aged 11 to 25 who has done something extraordinary in the local community.
Winners: Guy Branston, Tom Hicks, Matthew Mann and Charlie Mann