
Business Action Awards 2020 finalists
The inaugural Business Action Awards to celebrate the outstanding achievements of businesses based or operating in North Devon attracted 104 entries.
The judging has taken place and below are the 44 finalists – four finalists for each of the 11 categories. Read more about the finalists by clicking the links to each award.
Awards Event
The Awards Event is currently on hold and details of how the winners will be announced will be advised when movement restrictions are lifted.
The winner of each category will go forward for the judging of the overall North Devon Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Philip J Milton & Company Plc.
Best Employer Award 2020 finalists
sponsored by
- Barum and Dewar
- Mystery Shoppers
- Tarka Holiday Park
- The Terrace Tapas & Wine Bar
Read all about the Best Employer Award finalists.
Best Retailer Award 2020 finalists
- Churchill House
- Clathers
- Ilfracombe Chocolate Emporium
- The Crafty Beer Shop
Read all about the Best Retailer Award 2020 finalists.
Business-to-Business Excellence Award 2020 finalists
sponsored by
- Boden Group
- BrandLanterns
- Fitzgerald HR
- Imaginary Space
Read all about the Business-to-Business Excellence Award 2020 finalists.
Consumer Service Excellence Award 2020 finalists
- Kula Fitness
- SHEDS 4 you
- The Hair Lounge
- Torrs Park Dental Practice
Read all about the Consumer Service Excellence Award 2020 finalists.
Digital and Online Achievement Award 2020 finalists
- AB SEA Services
- eNaycH
- Peak Online
- The Clovelly Soap Company
Read all about the Digital and Online Achievement Award 2020 finalists.
Excellence in Construction Award 2020 finalists
sponsored by
- Advanced Scaffolding
- Boden Group
- Lodgico
- T&N Developments South West
Read all about the Excellence in Construction Award 2020 finalists.
Excellence in Hospitality & Tourism Award 2020 finalists
sponsored by
- Exmoor Zoo
- Manleigh Park
- The Earlsdale
- The Royal George, Appledore
Read all about the Excellence in Hospitality & Tourism Award 2020 finalists.
Highest Achieving Learner Award 2020 finalists
sponsored by
- Tommy Gilroy at Advanced Scaffolding
- Rosie Hayton at Turquoise Thinking
- Thomas Maslen at Brimar Technique
- Taylor Phelps at Terrace Tapas & Wine Bar
Read all about the Highest Achieving Learner Award 2020 finalists.
Made in North Devon Award 2020 finalists
sponsored by
- Heritage Cob and Lime
- Nicola Schellander Design
- SHEDS 4 you
- The Clovelly Soap Company
Read all about the Made in North Devon Award 2020 finalists.
Outstanding New Business Award 2020 finalists
sponsored by

- BrandLanterns
- Hare to Organise
- Millbrook Dairy Company Ltd
- Simple Recruitment
Read all about the Outstanding New Business Award 2020 finalists.
Young Entrepreneur Award 2020 finalists
- Thomas Bedford – UK Hardwoods Ltd
- Liam Drew – Hole in 1 Lynmouth
- Will Evans – White Edge Media
- Tom Musson – TM Electrical Services SW
Read all about the Young Entrepreneur Award 2020 finalists.