Nominate your community stars for Discover Ashfield Awards 2026
Ashfield District Council is on the hunt for community heroes as residents are asked to nominate those who go above and beyond.
The Discover Ashfield Awards 2026, now in their seventh year, celebrate the achievements over the past 12 months of the fantastic people, organisation and businesses across the district.
Kieran Percival, Chair of Discover Ashfield, said the awards are a great way of celebrating all that is good about the district.
“It’s a real privilege to be Chair of Discover Ashfield and to see first-hand just how much talent, ambition and passion we have across our district,” he said.
“The Discover Ashfield Awards are about celebrating that success and giving people, businesses and organisations the opportunity to tell their stories and be proud of what they have achieved.
“I would particularly encourage people not to think ‘this isn’t for me’ or wait for somebody else to nominate them. If you’re doing something great in Ashfield, whether that’s growing a business, supporting your community, creating opportunities or simply going above and beyond, we want to hear about it.
“I’m really looking forward to seeing this year’s entries and, most importantly, bringing everyone together to celebrate the people and organisations that make Ashfield a place we can all be proud of.”
There are 10 categories up for grabs recognising all that is amazing across the district, including Community Organisation of the Year, Ashfield’s Favourite Place, Project of the Year and Business of the Year.
Coun Matthew Relf, Executive Lead Member for Growth, Regeneration and Local Planning, added: “Ashfield has some incredible individuals, organisations and businesses who really make a difference to their communities but often don’t get the recognition they deserve.
“The Discover Ashfield Awards is your chance to thank them for everything they do and shout about all of the amazing things they have achieved.”
The full details of each category and how to nominate can be found on Ashfield District Council’s website.
Nominations are now open and need to be received by Friday 16 October 2026.