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INSPIRE Business Awards 2026

The INSPIRE Business Awards showcase business success, innovation and achievement. 

Event Date – Friday 13th November 2026
Time – from 5.30pm onwards
Location
Warbrook House, Eversley Street, Eversley, Hook RG27 0PL

The finalists and guests will have their Gala Awards Evening as the Finale to Basingstoke Business Week on Friday 13th 2026 at Warbrook House.
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On the evening

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the INSPIRE Business Awards – the closing event of this year’s Basingstoke Business Week 2026, bringing the week to a spectacular finish with a celebration of outstanding achievement, connection, and community spirit.

Your ticket includes a welcome drinks reception with canapés, a delicious two-course evening meal paired with half a bottle of wine, and the awards presentation itself, honouring the businesses and individuals making a real difference across our local business community.

As the awards wrap up, the celebrations continue with post-awards festivities featuring a live band and entertainment, keeping the evening going until midnight.

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Accomodation

Warbrook House

Discounted accommodation has been reserved at Warbrook House for guests attending the INSPIRE Business Awards.
Special rate: £120.00 per night, inclusive of VAT and breakfast.

Booking & Payment:

  • A credit card is required at the time of booking.
  • Payment will be taken upon arrival.
  • Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to arrival

To book:

Please contact Warbrook House directly on 0118 973 2174 or email reception@warbrookhouse.com, quoting booking code GA001364.

Oakley Hall

Guests attending this year’s INSPIRE Business Awards has access to an exclusive discounted accommodation rate:

  • Deluxe Bedroom @ £155 per room per night
  • Executive Bedroom @ £215 per room per night
  • Courtyard Suite @ £295 per room per night


The above rates are inclusive of VAT and Bed & Breakfast basis with a maximum of 2 guests sharing. Bedrooms are sold on a first come first served basis and you can book their accommodation by contacting Oakley Hall Hotel, directly on 01256 783350 and quoting promo code: INSPIRE

A valid credit/debit card will be required at the time of booking to confirm the reservations, payment will be required at check-in.

CANCELLATION POLICY – 12pm noon the day PRIOR to arrival for free cancellation. After this time 100% cancellation fee will be applicable and charged to the card on file.

Guaranteed check in time is 3pm the day of arrival, check out time is 11am the following day.

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The INSPIRE Mission

Business Excellence

To showcase and celebrate business excellence in Basingstoke and Deane while inspiring others.

Support Success

To promote the area as a key business region, and one that recognises and supports local success.

Outstanding Performance

To recognise outstanding performance of local businesses through the awards.

An Annual Event to look forward to

To provide a high-profile vehicle to showcase and celebrate the best of local business.

Inspiring Others In The Area

To inspire and act as a driver for businesses in Basingstoke and Deane to connect and prosper.

A Positive Platform

To encourage businesses in the area to think positively, collaborate, and make a positive difference in their local community.

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Inspire Business Awards 2026 sponsors:

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