Dorchester Business Awards 2026

The ceremony for the Dorchester Business Awards took place on 12 February 2026. There were 11 award categories and the focus was on promoting local businesses, encouraging young entrepreneurs, and celebrating the immense commercial talent across the region.

The Duchy of Cornwall were proud to sponsor the ‘Green/Eco Business Award’ which was presented by Duchy Estate Manager, Jason Bowerman, to the winners Interior Tailors and Down to Earth.

It was fantastic to see Poundbury businesses receiving awards in 9 categories:

Best Pace to Work: Hull Gregson Hull

Business to Business: Minuteman Press

Community: Dorset Neuro Rehab

Customer Service: Casterbridge Chiropractic

Green/Eco: Interior Tailors

Hospitality: The Square Bistro

Independent Business: Avoca Group

My Favourite Business: The Florist of Poundbury

New Business: Wellbeing Practice