The nominations are in! Here are our fantastic finalists for the YorkMix Hero Awards 2024.
We asked you to thank someone in your life or local area who has gone above and beyond by sending in your nominations to our YorkMix Hero Awards – and you absolutely delivered.
Now its time to reveal the shortlisted finalists.
The YorkMix Hero Awards 2024 are kindly supported by Yorkshire Profiles – providers of quality assured metal fabrication at the heart of North Yorkshire.
Thank you to all our readers and listeners who submitted their nominations for their local heroes.
Take a look at our full list of finalists below – and a huge congratulations to you all!
YorkMix Hero Awards finalists
The Best Boss Award
- Ken Merry at York College
- Rebecca Stewart at Quakerwood Pub, York
- Amy Cousins and Susannah Garcia at Harlington House, Fulford
The Charity Fundraiser of the Year
- Louise Ryan
- Amanda Cockerill
- Paul Firth
The Educator of the Year
- Chris Hailey Norris
- Christina Gabbitas
- Mrs Thomas and Mrs Dodsworth
The Environmental Hero Award
with Taylor’s of Acomb
- The Clothing Bank, Brotherton
- Outdoor Ted & Drax Community Education Team
- Helen Del Voy
The Incredible Child Award
with Fairfax Plant Hire
- Megan Dodds
- Macey and Heidi
- Freya Moore
The Neighbour of the Year Award
with Hayley Owen
- David and Carole Metcalfe
- Mrs Margaret Bulmer
- ‘Team Teddy’ – Rosemary and William Dear, Nick, Anna, Judy, Lesley & Kath
The New Business of the Year Award
- Camblesforth Hall and The Grange
- Baby Boy’s Burgers
- ‘That Place’ Piercing Shop
The Outstanding Bravery Award
with Middletons Hotel and Emperors Gym
- Olivia Patterson
- Nathan Harrison
- Jamie Sorrell, Pete Rawstron, Neil Hewson, Craig Price and Andrew Newbold (City Cruises Team)
The Outstanding Talent Award
- Lyla Fox
- Kym Heath
- Jacob Phillips
The Parent or Guardian of the Year Award
with Mama Doreen’s Cupcake Emporium
- Natasha Smith
- Patricia Green
The “In the Face of Adversity” Award
- Haroon Ahmadzai
- Sonia Di Lorenzo
- Angela Kirkham-Raine
The final category, the Ultimate Hero Award, will be open for voting the night of the awards ceremony.
The award ceremony will take place at York Racecourse on Friday 7 June 2024 where the winners will be revealed.
