The finalists have been announced for the 2025 Test Valley Business Awards.
Now in its 21st year, the awards celebrate business success across the Test Valley region and this year attracted a record number of entries across eight categories.
Katie Brooks, chairman of the Test Valley Business Awards, said: "This year’s nominations showcased the incredible breadth of talent and enterprise within Test Valley.
"Our sponsors have been instrumental throughout the judging process – some have even taken the time to visit their nominees in person, while others engaged their teams to collaboratively assess entries.
"It’s been fantastic to see how personally invested they are in recognising the best our region has to offer."
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Finalists in the Business in the Community category, sponsored by Barratt David Wilson Homes Southampton, include Burgers He Wrote, Collecteebles and Doda Yoga.
The Sustainability Award, sponsored by Test Valley Borough Council, will be contested by Cobra Hydro, Grateley Business Park and R&B Industrial.
For the Business Innovation and Technology Award, sponsored by the University of Southampton Science Park, Cobra Hydro, Downamics Ltd and NexGen Heating are in the running.
The New Business category, sponsored by Monopoly Insurance, features Belle Hair Boutique – The Coven, Ben Watson Media and Romsey Drum Hut.
Finalists for the Small Business Award, supported by Parker Bullen, are Belle Hair Boutique, Hampshire Gas Solutions and Romsey Drum Hut.
In the Rural Business category, sponsored by Addis Locksmiths & Property Maintenance Limited, Gambledown Farm, Kieron Beattie Landscaping Ltd and The Duke on the Test have been shortlisted.
The Corporate Business Award, sponsored by Absolar, will be contested by Cobra Hydro, Finkley Nurseries and Principal Business Travel.
Finalists for the Young Business Person Award, also sponsored by Absolar, are Back in Shape, Nibula Treats and Top Dog Canine Hydrotherapy.
Winners will be revealed at a gala dinner taking place on Monday, September 15, 2025, at The Lights in Andover.
The event will celebrate the "passion, innovation and community spirit" of businesses across the region.
Tickets for the gala dinner will be released soon.
For more information and updates, visit tvbawards.co.uk or follow the awards on LinkedIn at tvbawards or on Facebook at Test Valley Business Awards.
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