Thanks and praise at first ever Runnymede Civic Awards

On Wednesday, 22 February 2023 we held our first Runnymede Civic Awards, where we were honoured to celebrate some of our most talented, determined and extraordinary individuals and groups in Runnymede. Congratulations to all those who won awards or received highly commended certificates

The event took place at Foxhills Golf and Country Club in Ottershaw and over 150 people attended including. They were thanked and praised by the Mayor of Runnymede, Cllr Margaret Harnden, Lord-Lieutenant of Surrey, Michael More-Molyneux, High Sheriff of Surrey, Christopher Critchlow, Dr Ben Spencer MP for Runnymede and Weybridge, Leader of Runnymede Borough Council, Cllr Tom Gracey and Chief Executive Officer Paul Turrell.

We received nearly 80 nominations and the judges had the very difficult task of narrowing it down to the 40 local people and organisations who were short-listed and invited to attend the ceremony.

These awards gave Runnymede Borough Council the chance to shine a light on those who are making a difference, inspiring others, and showing real passion and talent in our community.

Visit our Facebook pages to see albums of pictures from the awards night.

You can see details of all winners and highly commended on our Civic Awards webpage.

Mayor of Runnymede, Cllr Margaret Harnden said:

The Runnymede Civic Awards were a fantastic opportunity for the Council to show its commitment to empowering communities and improving the health and wellbeing of those in them.

Cllr Harnden also thanked everyone who attended the ceremony which was a great opportunity celebrate the diverse talent, passion and determination of those who make Runnymede a great place to live and work.