Great Western

Welcome to Great Western

Connecting, Celebrating, and Championing the South West

Great Western is a vibrant regional collective dedicated to honouring the extraordinary people, businesses, and organisations that make the South West of England so uniquely distinctive.

For us, driving the area forward isn’t just about corporate metrics; it’s also about the collective dedication and spirit that enriches our daily lives across three core areas: Business, Community & Life and People.

We believe that by creating a powerful platform to spotlight local success, we can foster meaningful collaboration and help our entire community thrive.

It is far more than just a ceremony, it is an ecosystem of opportunity.

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Our Four Flagship Pillars

Our ecosystem is built upon four distinct pillars designed to elevate the South West landscape. Explore how you can engage, discover, and grow with us:

Shining a prestigious annual spotlight on regional excellence, innovation, and community spirit. Celebrating organizations of all shapes and sizes—from thriving start-ups to established SMEs and charities—our awards champion sustainability, diversity, equality, and those transcending expectations throughout the year.

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Your ultimate insider guide to living and thriving in the South West. Our independent lifestyle publication showcases the vibrant culture, rich heritage, and inspiring stories of the region. From interviewing regional trailblazers to highlighting the finest local food, tourism, and community initiatives, we bring the best of the West Country straight to you.

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The ultimate digital hub connecting local residents with trusted regional enterprises and essential community organisations. Built explicitly to increase online visibility, our comprehensive platform helps independent businesses grow their digital presence while making it easy to buy local.

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The region’s ultimate go-to guide for what’s on. Packing everything from high-level business conferences to local community get-togethers into one dynamic space, this central hub aggregates the best activities from our network partners across Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset.

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About Great Western

Great Western is a vibrant collection powered by Community Connections. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to honour, celebrate and empower extraordinary people, businesses, and organisations across Cornwall, Devon and Somerset – three beautiful counties of the South West of England.

Together, we provide vital community connections to help our area thrive, creating a robust platform explicitly designed to spotlight local success and foster meaningful collaboration.

For years, our core team has been at the forefront of championing the achievements of women across the region. While we remain deeply proud of that heritage, the time has come to expand our horizons and celebrate all people of the South West—whether they are scaling a thriving business, transforming community life, or achieving remarkable personal milestones. We believe that everyone who transcends expectations and limitations deserves to have their story told.

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Supporting the Pulse of Our Community: Our Chosen Charities

At Great Western, driving the South West forward means lifting up the vital networks that care for us when we are at our most vulnerable. We are incredibly proud to announce our partnership with two extraordinary organisations dedicated to transforming lives, fostering resilience, and bringing unwavering support straight to the heart of Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset.

Parkinson’s UK: For Every Parkinson’s Journey

Parkinson’s can feel like an isolating and unpredictable path, but Parkinson’s UK ensures that no one walks it in the dark. As the nation’s leading research and support charity, they are fiercely dedicated to finding a cure while concurrently funding local support groups, specialist nurses, and vital resources across the West Country—championing dignity, understanding, and community for every single individual and family affected by the condition.

Pumping Marvellous: The Heart Failure Charity

Driven by a passionate community of patients, Pumping Marvellous is the UK’s patient-led heart failure charity, built to deliver fast, practical, and cross-regional support to those living with this challenging condition. By handing patients the tools, education, and peer-to-peer networks they need to manage their health, they turn vulnerability into empowerment, ensuring no one has to navigate the complexities of heart failure alone.

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Premium and Category Sponsors

Our Premium and Category Sponsors share our deep commitment to equity, providing the essential investment and advocacy needed to bring our vision to life. By championing our specialised categories, these forward-thinking organisations are doing far more than backing an awards ceremony—they are actively investing in the fabric of Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset. We are incredibly grateful for their leadership, passion, and dedication to helping our whole community rise together. Thank you!

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In the Spotlight: Celebrating Regional Success

When we make a positive impact in the South West, the region takes notice! We love collaborating with the media to share these inspiring stories of skills, spirit, and success, and we are always ready to assist journalists with their next feature.

Please feel free to call or email us directly, or click here to access our official press releases, professional photography, and event videos.

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The Great Western Collection

Welcome to the Great Western Awards online shop, your central hub for official event merchandise, regional products, and community essentials that celebrate the very best of Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset.

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Contact Options

Give us a call

01752 922653

Send us an email

hello@greatwestern.uk

Opening Hours

Mon-Tue and Thur-Fri from 10am until 5pm

Partner with us

We believe that empowerment should be accessible to everyone. For our upcoming cycle, we have sponsorship levels to ensure that every business, from local start-ups to established corporations, can play a vital role in our missions.

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Whether you are looking to grow your local presence, share an inspiring story, or discover exceptional regional initiatives, our platform provides everything you need to connect and thrive in the modern landscape.

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