NOMINATIONS for the second ever Newton Abbot Business & Community Awards open next week.

This year’s ceremony will be held at Newton Abbot Rugby Club on Friday, September 11.

The 2026 awards hope to replicate the success of the inaugural award ceremony, held at Newton Abbot Racecourse in 2025.

Organised by Kris Hanson of the the Cwtch Hub, the awards aim to celebrate the exceptional achievements, innovation and contributions of local businesses.

Last year's winners included, Falcon Digital; The Teignbridge Community Project CIC; Kurly Sue Hair & Permanent Jewellery; Iman Mediterranean Kitchen; Dawes Accountants; The Country Table Cafe; Community Support Team; Bumble Bee Bakehouse; Maddie Bedford and Three Little Kiwi's.