Throughout September, the judges met with the finalists in the remaining award categories in the Weetabix Northamptonshire Food & Drink Awards 2025/26: Healthy Food & Wellbeing; F&B Achiever; Weetabix Sustainability Award and One to Watch. The Farming Environment Award finalists are also announced.
Shortlists are now confirmed, and finalists have received the news that their hard work and achievements have been recognised.
The Farming Environment category (sponsored by Weetabix) recognises their growers who have taken action to reduce the environmental impact of growing wheat through carbon footprint reduction, promoting wildlife or regenerative agriculture.
Finalists for the Farming Environment Award are: Bridge House Farm, J.A. Knight & Sons, Pearson Gape Farming, R.I. Reynolds, T.W. Brown and Son and Wold Farm.
For the F&B Achiever Award, the judges met with finalists who are making a difference locally and driving the industry forward. Joseph Skinner, Partner at J Sweeney Accountants and sponsor of the category, said: “The F&B Achiever Award continues to shine a spotlight on the heart and soul of the industry – the people. This year’s nominees have once again raised the bar, showcasing not only excellence but also the resilience, innovation and spirit that defines Northamptonshire’s food and drink scene. Every story shared is a testament to the passion that fuels our county. We’re honoured to sponsor and celebrate these achievements – and the very bright future they represent.”
Finalists for F&B Achiever are: Braybrook Beer Co, McManus Pubs, Mee Blue Berries, New Lodge Farm, Bulwick and Tap & Kitchen, Oundle
Headline sponsor Weetabix backs the Weetabix Sustainability Award, where judges were looking for individuals and businesses who are leading the way in sustainability across Northamptonshire.
The finalists for the Weetabix Sustainability Award are: Carbon Neutral Vending Ltd, Ganders Goat, Northampton Town Football Club Community Trust and Tellus Mater.
Delapré Abbey Preservation Trust sponsors the Healthy Food & Wellbeing category, celebrating local producers and businesses that prioritise nutritious food and staff wellness. By recognising these efforts, the Trust supports a healthier Northamptonshire – making it easier for people across the county to eat well and live better.
The Finalists in the Healthy Food & Wellbeing category are: Betty’s Caribbean Fusion, Eat Curious, Houghton Hams, June Plum Jamaican Food and Salma Soulful.
The final category to be announced is the One to Watch category, sponsored by Whitworth Bros Ltd.
Kim Osborn, Technical Accounts Manager said: “Whitworth Bros are absolutely thrilled to be sponsoring the One to Watch category again. Every year we are amazed at the high-quality finalists and this year has been no different, which makes our job as judges extremely difficult. The enthusiasm for our sector is just heart-warming and extremely impressive.”
The finalists in the One to Watch category are: Baker Benjy, Indi Local, Millies Bakery Ltd, The Folly in Towcester and The Olde Three Cocks in Brigstock.
The Weetabix Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards shine a spotlight on local culinary excellence. Recognising and celebrating the county’s brilliant people, places and producers, the Awards fly the flag for buying and supporting local.
The results of the competition, which will again see finalists awarded Gold, Silver or Bronze, will be announced at the Awards celebrations taking place on October 16 at The Royal & Derngate Theatre, supported again by national catering awards winners Portfolio Events.
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