Marketing Derby Food and Drink Awards

The annual Marketing Derby Food and Drink Awards aim to recognise, reward and celebrate Derby’s best food and drink businesses.

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The nomination period for the 2026 Marketing Derby Food and Drink Awards has now concluded and the shortlisting process is underway.

Finalists will be announced on Monday 17 August.

Fancy joining us at the awards ceremony on 12 October? No tickets are required – simply turn up and enjoy the evening.

Find out about this year's event

2026 Competition Dates

• 3rd July – Public Nominations Open
• 31st July – Public Nominations Close
• 17th August – Finalists Announced (Mystery Judging Opens)
• 14th September – Mystery Judging Closes
• 12th October – Awards Ceremony

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Sponsorship

For full information on sponsorship, please get in touch with us by calling (01332) 201 860 or by emailing christopher.tebbs@marketingderby.co.uk.

“At Royal Crown Derby we have been crafting fine bone china tableware for over 270 years, meaning the Food and Drink sector is at the heart of what we do. We are extremely proud to continue to sponsor the Outstanding Achievement Award. In what has been an incredibly challenging time for the industry, it is fantastic to see the dedication and drive of local businesses excelling the standards of food and drink throughout the city.”

Royal Crown Derby, 2022 Oustanding Achievement Award Sponsor