It’s that time of year again. The North of England Wedding Awards are back for 2025, and we couldn’t be prouder to celebrate the incredible businesses that make weddings in our region truly special.

If you’ve been part of the wedding industry for a while, you’ll know that awards seem to be popping up everywhere. Some rely purely on votes, some have hefty entry fees, and some… well, they pop up one year and vanish the next. But that’s not us.

We’ve spent years building something that means something—an award that wedding businesses wear as a badge of honour, not just because they got the most votes but because they earned it.

More Than Just a Vote Count

Let’s be honest—getting loads of votes is great, and it’s always heart-warming to know that your couples think the world of you. But a true award should be about more than a popularity contest. It should recognise businesses that go beyond the ordinary—those that truly care, deliver outstanding service, and set the standard for the industry.

That’s why our awards don’t just stop at voting. Every finalist is carefully assessed by our independent judging panel, made up of industry professionals who know what exceptional looks like. They don’t just count votes; they look at the why behind them. They read the heartfelt testimonials, they consider the level of service, and they recognise those who consistently go above and beyond.

Winning a North of England Wedding Award isn’t about how big your social media following is or how many people you can get to click a button. It’s about your reputation, your dedication, and the experience you provide to real couples on their most important day.

What Winning (or Even Being a Finalist) Really Means

Let’s talk about what these awards actually do for the businesses that take part.

Winning—or even being named a finalist—can be a game-changer. It’s an independent stamp of approval that tells couples: this is someone you can trust with your wedding. And in an industry built on trust, that’s priceless.

But don’t just take our word for it. Every year, we hear from past winners who tell us how the awards helped them stand out from the crowd, bring in more bookings, and reinforce their reputation. We’re not here to hand out trophies for the sake of it. We want to celebrate and shine a light on those who are genuinely raising the bar for the wedding industry.

Keeping Standards High in a Changing Industry

The wedding world has changed a lot over the last few years. Couples are savvier than ever—they do their research, they read reviews, and they want to know they’re booking suppliers they can truly rely on.

That’s why awards like this matter. They help couples separate the businesses who say they’re great from the ones who really are. When a couple sees the NOEWA seal of approval, they know they’re choosing a supplier who’s been recognised by industry experts—not just someone who shouted the loudest.

And for businesses? It’s a reminder that delivering excellent service isn’t just about what you do, but how you do it. It’s about treating each wedding as if it were your own, putting couples first, and leaving them feeling like they couldn’t have chosen anyone better.

What’s Next?

As we open nominations for 2025, we’re looking forward to hearing from businesses that embody everything the North of England Wedding Awards stand for—excellence, passion, and a genuine commitment to making weddings unforgettable.

There’s no entry fee. No gimmicks. Just a chance to be recognised for what you do best.

So, if you’ve spent the last year going above and beyond for your couples, if you’ve made their planning stress-free, their day seamless, and their memories even more magical—this is your moment.

Because this isn’t just any wedding award. This is the North of England Wedding Awards—where the best don’t just win, they earn it.