Just over 150 guests descended on Boston Rugby Club last night for a glittering evening celebrating the very best of Boston, from thriving businesses and community champions to rising stars shaping the town’s future.
Hosted by the ever-charismatic Brandon Pontin, the Best of Boston Awards marked a major milestone for the town, shining a spotlight on those making a real difference across 15 categories. The event brought together nominees, sponsors, judges, and local dignitaries, including The Worshipful The Mayor of Boston, Cllr Barrie Pierpoint, and MP for Boston and Skegness, Richard Tice.
Opening the night, Richard Tice MP praised the passion and pride in the room, saying it was “touching to see so many enthused and excited nominees gathered to celebrate Boston’s achievements.”
Organised by Boston VIBE, the event was proudly supported by category sponsors including Boston Rugby Club, Cllr Barrie Pierpoint, Mono & Co Events, Elise Joy, LA Union, and Pops Balloons.
As the night unfolded, cheers and applause filled the room as local heroes collected their well-deserved awards.
Best of Boston 2025 — Official Results
Business of the Year – sponsored by Richard Tice MP
Winner: Drayton Motors Kia
Runner Up: Lindsay Betts Photography
Highly Commended: Studio 360
Educator of the Year – sponsored by Boston Blinds
Winner: Claire Foster
Runner Up: Jane Keightly
Highly Commended: Dean Fitzgerald
Eco-Mind of the Year – sponsored by Metsä Wood
Winner: Boston Woods Trust
Runner Up: Graham Construction
Highly Commended: RG Carter
Inspiration of the Year – sponsored by Plotway
Winner: Alison Willetts
Runner Up: George Drury
Highly Commended: Lindsay Betts
Power of the Community – sponsored by Greenyard
Winner: Wyberton Wombles
Runner Up: Boston in Bloom
Highly Commended: Boston Lithuanian Community
Neighbourhood Champion – sponsored by Chattertons
Winner: Steve Slater
Runner Up: Sarah East
Highly Commended: Richard Pettitt
Putting Boston on the Map – sponsored by Beba Group
Winner: Boston Brilliance
Runner Up: Boston Strongest
Highly Commended: London–Edinburgh–London
Transforming Lives – sponsored by Poacher Line
Winner: Man vs Fat
Runner Up: Kellie Lowther
Highly Commended: Tonic Health
Upcoming Superhero – sponsored by Thea Cox Mortgages
Winner: Keaton Ground
Runner Up: Brooke Hudson
Best Town Image – sponsored by Boston Borough Council
Winner: Christiaan Lowe
Runner Up: Mike Crowe
Highly Commended: Christopher Lewis
Upcoming Talent – sponsored by Colin Luesby Interiors
Winner: Michelle Codling
Runner Up: George Drury
Highly Commended: Luana Sanderson
Sustainable Growth – sponsored by TC Group
Winner: Luana Sanderson
Runner Up: Lagom Studio
Highly Commended: IMP & Maker
Cultural Conservation – sponsored by Heritage Lincolnshire
Winner: Boston Stump
Runner Up: Fydell House
Highly Commended: The Beonna
Charity of the Year – sponsored by We’ll Let Your House
Winner: The Butterfly Hospice Trust
Runner Up: Lincolnshire Community Assistance Team
Highly Commended: Headway Lincolnshire
Public Favourite (voted by the people of Boston)
Winner: Nik ’n’ Mix
Runner Up: Wyberton Wombles
Highly Commended: George Drury
VIBE of the Year (Special Recognition)
Pescod Square Security Team
Speaking after the event, Boston VIBE’s organising team said: “We couldn’t be prouder of how the first-ever Best of Boston Awards turned out. It was a night that truly captured the heart of our town — celebrating the people and organisations that make Boston such a special place to live, work and grow.”
Official event photography was captured by Tim Fox Photography, showcasing the emotion, celebration, and unity that filled the room throughout the evening.
Plans are already underway for next year’s event, which promises to be even bigger and better.
Full gallery of winners and highlights will be available soon at bostonvibe.co.uk.
