Nominating for Awarding Wigtownshire
Nominating your winner couldn’t be easier. Simply complete the form below with full details as to why this person or organisation should receive the award.
Please note our winners are not chosen based on the number of nominations. Our judges will base their results on the details given.
Nominations For 2027
Nominations for 2027 are open until 31st January 2027
Nomination Details
You can nominate anyone of any age for an Awarding Wigtownshire award.
Please choose what you feel to be the most suitable category from the list. Don’t worry if you’re not sure – some nominees may fit in more than one category, so the Awarding Wigtownshire team will make sure all nominations are considered for the most appropriate award.
Winners will be chosen by the Awarding Wigtownshire judging panel, who will consider every public nomination received.
You are not limited to one nomination, you can nominate multiple categories, people or organisations
Nominations close Sunday 31st January 2027 at 5.00pm
Event Details
Awarding Wigtownshire will be held on Saturday 5th June 2027
at
The Ice Rink, North West Castle, Stranraer.
Nomination categories to choose from
Above & Beyond Award
The Above & Beyond Award honours those who show extraordinary dedication, compassion, and community spirit. Awarding Wigtownshire 2027 invites you to nominate the person who has offered outstanding support, uplifted others, and made Wigtownshire stronger through their actions. Your nomination helps shine a light on those who give more than anyone expects — and never ask for recognition.
Business of the Year
Right, Wigtownshire – who’s smashing it this year? Awarding Wigtownshire 2027 is hunting for the Business of the Year, and we want the gossip. Who’s impressing you? Who’s delivering the goods? Who’s making life in our patch that bit brighter? If a business has earned your applause, your loyalty, or your happy wee dance when you walk through their door, nominate them now. Let’s give our local stars the recognition they deserve.
Café of the Year
Great cafés don’t just serve food and drink – they create connection, comfort, and community. Awarding Wigtownshire 2027 invites you to nominate the Café of the Year – the place that consistently delivers quality, kindness, and support to the people of Wigtownshire. Your nomination helps shine a light on the cafés that make our area warmer, friendlier, and more vibrant.
Community Group of the Year
Our community thrives because of dedicated groups who give their time, energy, and heart. Awarding Wigtownshire 2027 invites you to nominate the Community Group of the Year – the team that has inspired you, supported others, or strengthened the spirit of Wigtownshire. Your nomination helps shine a light on the people who make this place feel like home.
Customer Service Excellence Award
Great customer service strengthens our community, builds trust, and keeps Wigtownshire thriving. Awarding Wigtownshire 2027 invites you to nominate the Customer Service Excellence Award winner – someone who consistently demonstrates professionalism, kindness, and dedication. Your nomination helps recognise those who make every experience exceptional.
Education Champion
Right then, Wigtownshire – who’s been shaping the future this year? Awarding Wigtownshire 2027 wants your nomination for Education Champion. Who’s cheering young people on? Who’s helping adults learn new skills? Who’s supporting folk through challenges, celebrating their wins, and making learning feel possible? If someone’s been an absolute legend in education, put their name forward.
PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD
Right then, Wigtownshire – who’s your absolute favourite this year? Awarding Wigtownshire 2027 wants your nomination for the People’s Choice Award. This is the big one: your picks become the finalists, and then the whole community gets to vote. If someone has impressed you, inspired you, or just made life in our wee corner better, put their name forward. Let’s see who Wigtownshire chooses as their champion
Our panel of judges will select the final three entries, and the public will then vote to decide the overall winner.
Service Provider of the Year
Great service providers keep our community strong, connected, and supported. Awarding Wigtownshire 2027 invites you to nominate the Service Provider of the Year – someone who consistently demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and genuine care for the people of Wigtownshire. Your nomination helps shine a light on those who offer essential support and make everyday life better for our community.
SPORTS / LEISURE AWARD
Wigtownshire is packed with sporting stars and leisure legends – now it’s time to celebrate them. Awarding Wigtownshire 2027 is open for Sports & Leisure Award nominations. Tell us about the individual, club, coach, or group who’s inspired others, boosted wellbeing, or made a real impact in local sport or leisure activities. Nominate the champion who deserves recognition for their dedication, passion, and community spirit.
Tradesperson of the Year
Right then, Wigtownshire – who’s your go to fixer, builder, or miracle worker? Awarding Wigtownshire 2027 wants your nomination for Tradesperson of the Year. Who’s saved the day more than once? Who’s out in all weathers helping folk? Who’s reliable, skilled, and always ready to lend a hand to the community? If someone’s been an absolute legend with their tools and their time, put their name forward.
Volunteer of the Year
Right, Wigtownshire – who’s your unsung hero? Awarding Wigtownshire 2027 wants your pick for Volunteer of the Year. Who’s always grafting behind the scenes? Who’s the first to help and the last to leave? Who’s been keeping the wheels turning while nobody’s watching? If someone’s been a total legend this year, nominate them. Let’s give our volunteers the applause they never ask for but absolutely deserve.
Young Achiever of the Year (21 years or under on 5th June 2027)
Right, Wigtownshire – who’s the young powerhouse making waves this year? Awarding Wigtownshire 2027 wants your pick for Young Achiever of the Year. Who’s smashing goals, lifting up others, or showing the kind of grit that makes you think “aye, they’re going places”? If a young person has impressed you, inspired you, or made you proud, nominate them now. Let’s cheer on our future legends.