Celebrating Excellence in Merton’s Business Community
Hosted by Merton Chamber of Commerce, the Merton Best Business Awards have been recognising excellence, innovation and best practice across the borough since 2013. On Thursday 25 September 2025, more than 200 guests filled the New Wimbledon Theatre for an unforgettable evening of celebration. From innovative start-ups to long-standing local enterprises, finalists and winners represented the very best of Merton’s thriving business community.
The 2026 Awards Season will be launching in Spring 2026. Follow us on social media to stay up to date.
12 Years of Excellence
Celebrating and championing Merton’s best businesses since 2013.
150+ Winners Recognised
Honouring the outstanding achievements of local businesses.
2,000+ Entries Received
A testament to Merton’s thriving and ambitious business community.
Shining a Spotlight on Merton’s Business Success
The Merton Best Business Awards (MBBA) 2025 once again honoured and showcased the incredible businesses, entrepreneurs, and organisations that make Merton a dynamic and thriving hub for innovation, growth, and community impact.
More than just a trophy, the Awards provided a powerful platform to bring together the best of Merton’s business community—celebrating success stories, recognising outstanding achievements, and giving valuable exposure to businesses of all sizes.
On Thursday 25 September 2025, the iconic New Wimbledon Theatre played host to our biggest celebration yet, with 15 award categories presented by our sponsors and hosted by Olympic gold medallist and motivational speaker Anna Hemmings MBE. With more finalists, sponsors and guests than ever before, it was a night filled with inspiration, recognition and true community spirit.
Whether you’re a fast-growing start-up, a well-established company, or a purpose-driven social enterprise, the Merton Best Business Awards offer an opportunity to:
- Gain industry recognition and elevate your brand’s credibility.
- Celebrate your team’s hard work and achievements.
- Attract new customers, clients, and partnerships.
- Showcase your business as a leader in your industry.
- Connect with like-minded professionals and expand your network.
Each year, we shine a spotlight on the businesses and individuals who are pushing boundaries, driving positive change, and contributing to Merton’s economic and social success.
Meet the 2025 Winners & Finalists
With a record-breaking 295 entries across 15 categories, the Merton Best Business Awards 2025 finalists represent the very best of our borough – from ambitious start-ups and inspiring young professionals to established SMEs, creative leaders, and community champions.
Each finalist has demonstrated exceptional innovation, resilience, and impact in their field, helping to make Merton a fantastic place to live, work, and do business. Being named a finalist is already a major achievement, and we’re proud to showcase this year’s outstanding businesses.
Explore the full list below and join us in celebrating the people and organisations shaping the future of Merton’s economy and community.
Merton’s Best Business
Winner: Sean McInnes Sports Coaching
Runner Up: Liberty Woodland School
Finalists: Lost Boys Set Building Ltd • Love Wimbledon • • Time & Leisure Media
Best Start-Up/Micro Business
Winner: Two Teaspoons
Runner Up: Datsit Skincare
Finalists: Hathaway Scarves • HSC Financial Advisers • Muddies Dog Daycare
Best SME Business
Winner: Sean McInnes Sports Coaching
Runnner Up: Fix Auto Mitcham
Finalists: Business Clan • NC Law • Wimbledon Dental Wellness
Best New Business
Winner: Abbey Mills Market
Runner Up: Go Inspire International
Finalists: BBK Beauty and Skin • Muddies Dog Daycare • The Fire Station Café
Best Use of Innovation
Winner: Nippy Networks UK
Runner Up: Polka Theatre
Finalists: HSC Financial Advisers • MarketingTech • The Wimble
Merton’s Champion Business
Winner: Bombay Delight
Runner Up: Roxie Restaurants
Best Use of Technology
Winner: Mindible
Runner Up: Iglu
Finalists: Champion Timber • Cultskin • Really Helpful Club
Best Environmentally & Socially Responsible Business
Winner: Sustainable Merton
Runner Up: The Rooftop Farm Wimbledon
Finalists: Community Drug and Alcohol Recovery Services (CDARS) • Liberty Woodland School • The Black Lamb
Best Community Impact
Winner: Go Inspire Internationa
Runner Ups: Wimbledon Guild of Social Welfare
Finalists: AFC Wimbledon Foundation • Dons Local Action Group • Polka Theatre • Sustainable Merton
Best Food, Drink & Hospitality
Winner: Two Teaspoons
Runner Up: Bombay Delight
Finalists: Mustard Foods • Roxie Restaurants • The Black Lamb
People’s Choice Award
Winner: Bombay Delight
Runner Up: Eternity Party Express
Finalists: ACCOTAX • Cultskin • SEANHANNA Wimbledon
Best Creative Business
Winner: Lost Boys Set Building
Runner Up: Polka Theatre
Finalists: Bobbin | Unlimited Video • Daniel & Joseph • OutOfTheBit
Best Use of Marketing
Winner: Really Helpful Club
Runner Up: Time & Leisure Media
Finalists: Business Clan • Complete • Cultskin
Best Enterprising Young Professional
Winner: Rachel Pereira
Runner Up: Amba Lanning
Finalists: Amy Webb • Joseph Ismael • Laxman Negi
Best Sport, Health & Wellbeing Business
Winner: Merton School Sport Partnership
Runner Up: Community Drug and Alcohol Recovery Services (CDARS)
Finalists: Sean McInnes Sports Coaching • SIL Kickboxing Academy • Third Space Wimbledon
Our Sponsors & Partners
The Merton Best Business Awards are made possible by the generous support of our headline sponsors, category sponsors, and partners. Their commitment to celebrating business success helps drive innovation and economic growth across Merton. We are proud to work alongside leading organisations that champion business excellence, from financial services and legal experts to digital innovators and community-driven enterprises.
Interested in sponsoring the awards? Become a sponsor today and showcase your brand to Merton’s thriving business community by reaching out to our team via awards@mertonchamber.co.uk .
Past Winners
We are thrilled to present the past winners of the Merton Best Business Awards over the years, celebrating the crème de la crème of our local business community.
Sponsors And Partners
The Merton Best Business Awards are made possible thanks to some of Merton’s most respected businesses.
Get Involved
If you would like to know more about the 2026 Awards, how you can get involved as a sponsor and the benefits that this can bring your business, please get in touch.
MBBA 2023 Highlights
Merton’s business heroes were celebrated at a dazzling awards ceremony at AFC Wimbledon in September 2023.