A POPULAR Andover music venue is returning as this year’s sponsor for the Pride of Andover Arts Award category.

The Rockhouse, known for being a hub of musical talent and promoting a diverse range of music genres and local performers is once again giving its support to the awards.

This award aims to celebrate an individual or group who have made an inspiring impact in the fields of music, art, dance, or theatre, leaving a positive mark within the community.

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Undy Hunt, from The Rockhouse, said: "We believe in the power of art to bring people together and inspire change.

"Sponsoring the Arts Award is a way for us to give back to the community and to encourage continued artistic excellence in Andover."

Nominations for the Arts Award are now open and will close at midnight on Friday, August 16.

Nominations are open to the public and can be submitted via the Pride of Andover Awards website at prideofandoverawards.org.uk/nominate.

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The nomination process is straightforward, and community members are encouraged to put forward individuals or groups they believe deserve recognition for their contributions to the arts.

The categories and sponsors for the Pride of Andover Awards 2024 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 – The DeeDee Trust & New Street Youth Football Club
  • Services Award – The DeeDee Trust • Mayor of Test Valley – Bulpitt Print
  • Inspiring Others Award – Andover Aesthetics Practitioners
  • Heart of Gold Award – Parker Bullen Solicitors
  • Fundraiser Award – AB Building Products
  • Community Champion Award – Ocado
  • Arts Award – The Rock House

The Pride of Andover Awards honour 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.