Brighton Girl Awards 2026: Top 10 Nominations So Far

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Written By City Girl

The Brighton Girl Awards 2026 is already proving to be even bigger than 2025. In just two weeks, over 2000 people have nominated their favourite businesses, communities and individuals they’d like to see in the running to win in March 2026.

With 3 weeks left to nominate, we’re taking a moment to celebrate some of the incredible names that have been put forward for this year’s Brighton Girl Awards. Keep scrolling for the Top 10 most-nominated individuals and businesses so far and some social assets to help you with your campaigning.

But remember, the nomination window is still open! You can nominate as many as you’d like in this round.

This year, nominees who are going for the “individual” titles of Brighton Girl, Creative and Wellbeing Champion can only go for one of them.

Photos from the Brighton Girl Awards Launch by Sophie Sheinwald

Brighton Girl Sponsored by Gold Arts Jewellers

Our headline award, Brighton Girl of the Year, celebrates an inspiring woman in Brighton & Hove who has made a significant impact in her community. She embodies the values of kindness, creativity and courage; lifting others up, championing local causes and making Brighton a better place to live and work.

  • Lyndsey Clay

  • AFLO. the poet

  • Natasha Jackson

  • Teri Thomas

  • Helene Evans

  • Vanessa Thomas

  • Tessa Wilson

  • Courtney Everett

  • Collette Batten-Turner

  • Meg Carnie

Brighton Girl of the Year is sponsored by Gold Arts Jewellers, a family run professional jewellers based in Sussex, with stores in Brighton, Chichester and Eastbourne, each with an onsite goldsmith's workshop.  

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Creative

For the artists, designers, writers, tattooists, musicians and makers who keep Brighton’s creative heart beating. This award celebrates innovation, originality and the people using creativity to inspire, challenge and connect.

  • Luisa-Christie

  • Alice Ella

  • Jade Hylton

  • Charlotte Curtis

  • Paint with Magdalena

  • Daze Livingstone

  • Vivienne Ridley

  • Danielle Brooks

  • Emma Joanne

  • Danni Smith

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Photos from the Brighton Girl Awards Launch by Sophie Sheinwald

Wellbeing Champion Sponsored by Be Well Live Well

The Brighton Girl Wellbeing Champion of the Year will recognise a holistic practitioner, such as a therapist, healer, coach, or wellness entrepreneur, loved by the Brighton Girl community.

  • Vicky Critoph

  • Hema Patel

  • Sam Adams

  • Dr Jacy Cleal

  • Stacey Beattie

  • Michela Rand

  • Christina (Team Queen)

  • Jenny Legg

  • Rachel Pattenden

  • Alice Wilson

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Charity Sponsored by Search Seven

This award celebrates the charities and community initiatives making a real difference to lives in Brighton & Hove. Whether tackling local challenges, supporting those in need, or creating opportunities for change, these organisations embody compassion, impact and the true spirit of giving back.

  • Prept

  • Together Co

  • Rise

  • Brighton Women’s Centre

  • Flourish Mentors

  • Survivor’s Network

  • Pollard’s Promises

  • Rockinghorse Children’s Charity

  • The Clocktower Sanctuary

  • Grassroots Suicide Prevention

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Photos from the Brighton Girl Awards Launch by Sophie Sheinwald

Community Sponsored by Hills Electrical Sound and Vision

The Brighton Girl Community of the Year celebrates a group that has made a positive impact in Brighton & Hove through inclusivity, support and meaningful engagement. This award recognises the communities that bring people together, create belonging and make Brighton a kinder, more connected city.

  • Soul of the City Choir

  • Brighton Running Girls

  • Connected Brighton

  • Happy Freelancers

  • FightKlub

  • Team Queen

  • Vegal Gang

  • Ladies That UX

  • City Of Stars Choir

  • The Mum Club Brighton

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Employer Sponsored by Flex Matters

The Brighton Girl Employer of the Year honours a business that champions the wellbeing, growth and satisfaction of its team. This award recognises employers that lead with inclusivity, flexibility and care — creating workplaces where people feel valued, supported and inspired to thrive.

  • Propellernet

  • Bird and Blend

  • DMH Stallard

  • Quality Care Group

  • The Float Spa

  • Altnets

  • Sodexo Live!

  • Trusted Housesitters

  • American Express

  • Octopus Energy

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Photos from the Brighton Girl Awards Launch by Sophie Sheinwald

Experience

This award celebrates the people and organisations behind Brighton’s most memorable festivals, exhibitions and events. Recognising creativity, inclusivity and impact, it honours those who bring people together through experiences that inspire, entertain and connect the community.

  • Bebette’s Cabaret

  • Brighton Wellness Festival

  • Brighton Book Festival

  • BARCO

  • Foodies Festival

  • Brighton Marathon

  • Paper Daisy Markets

  • Alcotraz

  • Pavillion Ice Rink

  • Trans Pride

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Fitness Space

The Brighton Girl Fitness Space of the Year recognises the gym, studio or training space that puts people first — creating an uplifting, inclusive environment that supports both body and mind. This award celebrates spaces where customer happiness, community spirit and wellbeing come together to inspire lasting, positive change.

  • Revitalise

  • Dynamo Gym

  • Kin Pilates

  • Ekah

  • Belift

  • Rox Life

  • Hive Brighton Fitness

  • Boulder Brighton

  • Luna Wave

  • The Box

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Heath and Beauty Space

The Brighton Girl Health and Beauty Space of the Year celebrates the salons, spas, clinics and wellness professionals helping Brighton look and feel its best. From beauty and skincare to dentistry and holistic health, this award recognises exceptional service, care and commitment to client wellbeing.

  • The Float Spa

  • Beach Box Sauna

  • The Hair Salon

  • The Paint Bar

  • Derma Brighton

  • Windmill Dental Practice

  • Profile Aesthetics

  • Gucky Studio

  • Simon Webster Hair

  • Maison

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Photos from the Brighton Girl Awards Launch by Sophie Sheinwald

Best In Hospitality

Celebrating the restaurants, cafés, and bars that make Brighton’s dining scene exceptional. This award recognises venues that deliver outstanding customer service and great food and drink experience, whilst also being a great place to work and grow within the hospitality industry.

  • Cielo Cakery

  • The Great Eastern

  • Babble

  • Tilt

  • Black Mocha

  • Apiary

  • Carne

  • The Islingword

  • Dandy

  • Halisco

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Green Business

The Brighton Girl Green Business of the Year celebrates organisations leading the way in sustainability and environmental responsibility. From reducing waste and lowering emissions to championing ethical practices and inspiring others to take action, this award honours businesses making Brighton a cleaner, greener and more conscious place to live and work.

  • Store Brighton

  • Harriets of Hove

  • Spark and Bell

  • Materialise Interiors

  • My Skin Feels

  • Botl | One Green Bottle

  • Infinity Foods

  • Beryl Bikes

  • Root & Branch

  • Sky Lark Coffee

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

New Business Sponsored by Dynamic Magazine

The Brighton Girl New Business of the Year celebrates the city’s most exciting emerging brands and founders. This award recognises businesses within their first two years that have brought determination, community spirit and exciting energy to Brightons business scene.

  • Remarkabull Marketing

  • Beyond and Co

  • Patio

  • Pearson Keehan

  • The Lola Store

  • Rachel Mailer Coaching

  • Bayon Bakery

  • Reformed Pilates

  • Flamingo Styling

  • Bee May Bakery

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Photos from the Brighton Girl Awards Launch by Sophie Sheinwald

Professional Service

From accountants and lawyers to consultants, coworking spaces and agencies, this category recognises businesses providing reliable expertise and excellent service that help others thrive.

  • Plus Accounting

  • Bang The Drum Events

  • Events by Roisin

  • WRAP

  • Soco Marketing

  • Maribel Coles

  • Looking Glass Solutions

  • Crunch Accounting

  • Cognitive Law

  • West and Berry Accounting

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Property Service

The Brighton Girl Property Service of the Year celebrates the people and businesses helping Brighton residents to buy, rent and create their ideal homes.

From estate agents and developers to designers and mortgage advisors, this award recognises those who combine professionalism and integrity with genuine care for the communities they serve.

  • MODA

  • MyHaus

  • Your Property Gem

  • York and Elder

  • Oakdene Mortgages

  • Whitlock and Heaps

  • Belvoir

  • Pearson Keehan

  • Oakley

  • Claire Lipscomb Mortgage and Protection Advice

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Photos from the Brighton Girl Awards Launch by Sophie Sheinwald

Retailer

The Brighton Girl Retailer of the Year celebrates the outstanding shops and online stores that make Brighton a joy to browse and buy from. From books and fashion to homeware and gifts, this award recognises exceptional products, service and creativity.

  • Velvet

  • Badger Clothing

  • Bell & Fox

  • Dowse

  • The Book Nook

  • Soliflore Parfumerie

  • WiDEYE

  • Posh Totty Designs

  • Gold Arts Jewellers

  • Harriet’s of Hove

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Venue

The Brighton Girl Venue of the Year celebrates the spaces that host Brighton’s most memorable moments; from live music and comedy, to theatre, parties and corporate events.

This award recognises venues that deliver an exceptional experience through atmosphere, service and creativity, helping make Brighton one of the UK’s most exciting cities for entertainment and connection.

  • The Actors

  • The Old Market

  • Komedia

  • Alphabet

  • Ironworks

  • Fabrica

  • CHALK

  • Brighton Dome

  • PLATF9RM

  • St Augustine’s Arts & Events Centre

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

Wedding Service

The Brighton Girl Wedding Service of the Year celebrates the very best in our local wedding scene. From planning and catering to entertainment, fashion and venues, this award recognises those who bring creativity, care and a personal touch to every celebration.

  • Lumimix

  • Gold Arts Jewellers

  • Blessings Bridal

  • Flamingo Styling

  • Get Glossy

  • Tottingham Manor

  • One Garden Brighton

  • Beauty Ninjas

  • Samantha Pells Photography

  • Harbour Hotel Brighton

Anyone wishing to be nominated can find social assets to support via this Canva link.

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