Beeston Character

Any scheme which enhances the surroundings, values local character or heritage, and is attractive and distinctive could be nominated for this category.

Projects of all sizes qualify, whether large developments, a single new building, or small project.

Nominated schemes could include:

• New or improved shop fronts
• Creating better natural habitats
• Improved front or back gardens
• Public art
• Sympathetic building or renovation in a Conservation Area
• New building(s), from houses to larger residential or commercial developments
• Old building restored to use
• New trees planted, or landscaping
• Reinstating original building or landscape features

Climate + Sustainability

Any scheme which shows water/energy efficiency and resilience; carefully selected materials; sustainable or new construction techniques, and is made to last could be nominated for this category.

Projects of all sizes qualify, whether large developments, a single new build, or small project.

Nominated schemes could include:

• Restored old buildings
• Retrofitting energy efficiency measures to existing buildings
• Low energy buildings, from houses to larger residential or commercial developments
• Water management
• A new or improved community garden, allotment or space
• Any development that minimises biodiversity loss, integrates nature such as urban trees or provides shelter for birds, bats and bees
• Any development that incorporates sustainable drainage

Streets + Public Spaces

Schemes which are accessible and easy to move around; have mixed uses, or are safe, social and integrated could be nominated for this category.

Projects of all sizes qualify, whether large developments, a single new build, or small project.

Nominated schemes could include:

• Public space improvements
• New or improved shop fronts
• New play areas
• Public art
• New parks
• A new or improved community garden or space
• Public Transport Improvements
• New or maintained active travel routes
• New building(s), from houses to larger residential or commercial developments

Nominations

Nominations have now closed. All nominees will be informed of their nomination by post or in person.

Full Terms + Conditions available here.

What happens next…?

A Judging Panel has already viewed schemes to assess properties and projects and judging has begun in earnest.

A winner for each category, and an overall winner will be announced at our Awards gala on 19 November 2025.

This year we are also running a People’s Choice Award, giving entries an extra chance of winning!

People’s Choice Award

All nominees are in with a chance of winning something – with our new People’s Choice Award.
Vote now for your favourite nominee. The scheme with the most votes will be crowned winner*.
Nominees are encouraged to spread the word with family friends and colleagues to maximise their vote!

Awards Gala

All nominees are invited to our gala event on 19 November 2025, and invitations are going out to our members, other stakeholders, and special guests. If you would like to attend the gala, you can join us as a member here. Industry professionals can contact us to be added to the guest list.

*1 vote per IP address. You can vote multiple times from multiple devices.