Announcing the Sponsors of the Cirencester Community Awards 2026

Brought to you by Cirencester Radio in partnership with Cirencester Community Development Trust (CCDT).

Cirencester Radio and Cirencester Community Development Trust are delighted to announce the sponsors supporting the Cirencester Community Awards 2026, a celebration of the charities, organisations, community groups and individuals who make an exceptional contribution to life in our
town.

2026 Award Sponsors

• Kings Head Hotel – Headline Sponsor
• Cirencester Civic Society – Headline Sponsor
• Cirencester Male Voice Choir – Best Project
• Rixon Architects – Sustainability
• u3a – Community Champion
• Lake 32 – Team Award
• Daniel Bingham Foundation – Cirencester Young Champion

Soroptimists – Friend of the Community Awards
CCDT Representatives: Anne Buffoni, Andy Brown
Cirencester Radio: Carole Boydell

Carole Boydell, Cirencester Radio, commented, “With the backing of our wonderful sponsors, we can continue highlighting the incredible people and projects that power Cirencester’s community spirit. From grassroots groups to longstanding organisations, we want to hear from you.”

Award Categories
The awards include three organisational categories recognising:

• Excellence in community project delivery
• Outstanding teamwork
• Commitment to sustainability

Two individual honours celebrate those who go above and beyond:
Young Community Champion (ages 16–25)
Cirencester Champion (ages 25+)

These awards are open to anyone involved in the not-for-profit sector - groups, clubs, organisations, volunteers, fundraisers and everyday heroes.

How to Enter:
Application forms and full entry details are available online via Cirencester Community Awards - Cirencester Radio. Printed copies can also be collected from the Cirencester Town Council Information Office.

Deadline for entries: 4pm, Friday 10 April 2026

Awards Ceremony: Winners will be announced at a community celebration at 5 pm on 27th April 2026 in Cirencester Baptist Church.