BWF Awards 2026 shortlist announced

The British Woodworking Federation (BWF) has just announced the shortlist of finalists for its 2026 Awards

The BWF awards celebrate the skills, innovation and dedication that continue to drive the UK woodworking and joinery manufacturing sector forward.

Congratulations to all this year’s finalists, which are detailed below:

Health & Safety Award – sponsored by Sikkens Wood Coatings

• Nikki Higgins, Premdor

• Premdor Crosby Ltd

Apprentice of the Year – sponsored by Accoya

• Ivan Ryshchak, Taylor Made Joinery Interiors Limited

• Timothy Patterson, Heron Manufacture Ltd

• Alfie Clutterbuck, Ventrolla

Heritage Project of the Year – sponsored by Impra Wood Protection

• Ventrolla

• A Sturrock & Sons

• Houghtons of York

Innovation Award – sponsored by Anker Stuy Coatings UK & Ireland

• Joinery Workshop (Orpington) Ltd

• Joinerysoft Ltd

• Bauer Media Outdoor UK

Sustainability Award – sponsored by Svenskt Trä Swedish Wood

• Tautvydas, Heron Manufacture Ltd

• Stairways Midlands Ltd

• Joinery Workshop (Orpington) Ltd

Rising Star Award – sponsored by James Latham

• Chloe Wainwright, PDS – The UK Specialist Doorset Company

• Eleanor Broadbridge, R & E Falkingham Ltd

• Karolina Kuczak, Heron Fire Doors

Woodworking Project of the Year – sponsored by NFU Mutual

• NBJ (London) Limited

• Houghtons of York

• A R Manley & Son Ltd

2026 is a special year for the British Woodworking Federation, as it marks the 18th year of the Awards as well as the BWF's 50th anniversary. This year's finalists showcase the talent, craftsmanship and innovation helping to shape the future of our sector.

The winners of the 2026 BWF Awards will be announced at a special ceremony, which will take place at the Kimpton Fitzroy London on 20 November.

"Congratulations to every individual and organisation shortlisted. We look forward to celebrating with you and recognising the outstanding achievements across British woodworking and joinery," said BWF Chief Executive, Helen Hewitt.

To find out more about the BWF Awards 2026, see www.bwf.org.uk/bwf-awards-2026.