Championing the businesses that power rural Britain.
The UK's national celebration of rural enterprise — recognising the entrepreneurs, employers and innovators who keep the countryside economically and socially vibrant.
National Conference Centre · 4 November 2026
Rural business is not a niche.
It is 550,000+ businesses and ~£315bn of economic contribution in England alone — yet rural businesses are operating under unprecedented pressure.
The Rural Business Awards exist to put rural enterprise on the national stage — to recognise the resilience, innovation and leadership of the businesses quietly powering one of the most important parts of the UK economy.
Entries are open now and are free for every category. Enter now →
Seventeen awards. One night.
Every part of the rural economy — from the headline business awards to the individuals shaping rural Britain’s future.
A credential that travels.
1
National recognition.
A platform built specifically for rural businesses, championed by the UK's largest business magazine.
2
Independent judging.
A panel of rural business owners and sector leaders — not industry insiders selling sponsorship.
3
Editorial reach.
Finalists and winners featured across Business Matters and the wider Capital Business Media network.
4
A room full of operators.
Senior-level networking on the night with the businesses, partners and policymakers shaping rural Britain.
Reach rural decision-makers at scale.
Headline, category and supporting partnerships available for the 2026 awards.
“At last, an awards platform that treats rural enterprise with the seriousness the City takes for granted.”
Date
4 November 2026
Venue
National Conference Centre
Media Partner
Business Matters
Entries open
Open
Entry fee
Free to enter
