THE highly anticipated Pride of Andover Awards has officially launched.

On Saturday, June 10, many of Andover’s community-minded businesses came together to celebrate the launch of the 2023 Pride of Andover Awards.

The launch event, which was held by the main event sponsor New Street Dental Care, officially marks the start of the long-standing, well-established event.

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The Pride of Andover Awards honour the exceptional heroes within the community, celebrating the inspiring and often selfless actions of the town’s most generous individuals.

Chair of the Pride of Andover Awards committee, Karen Hamilton, said: ''In our 17th year, as we celebrate another successful launch of The Pride of Andover Awards, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all our category sponsors. Without your unwavering support, this event would not be possible.

"Year after year, I am astounded by the dedication of our local businesses and the tireless efforts of the committee in bringing this together. I would like to thank Ben from Love Andover for capturing the essence of our sponsors through his remarkable videos. Together, we continue to shine a light on heroes in our community. Thank you for making Pride of Andover an extraordinary celebration of community spirit."

The categories and sponsors for The Pride of Andover Awards 2023 are:

  • Spirit of Andover Award – Overall Winner - New Street Dental Care
  • Young Person of the Year Award - Bear Behind
  • Sue Sheppard Award – The Commercial Centre
  • Sports Award – Acroud Media Ltd
  • Services Award – The DeeDee Trust
  • Mayor of Test Valley – Bulpitt Print
  • Inspiring Others Award – Andover Aesthetics Practitioners
  • Heart of Gold Award – Carpet Cleaning Lady
  • Fundraiser Award – Purple Oak Support
  • Community Champion Award – Ocado
  • Arts Award – The Rock House

Andover Advertiser: The awards are open from July 1 to August 31The awards are open from July 1 to August 31 (Image: Pride of Andover Awards)

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The Pride of Andover Awards honours the town’s exceptional unsung heroes, recognising the inspiring and often selfless actions of Andover’s most generous individuals, the people who make such a big difference to so many lives, without realising the positive impact their actions make.

Nominations for the Awards will open on the awards’ website on July 1, closing at midnight on August 31.

For more information about The Pride of Andover Awards visit prideofandoverawards.org.uk.