Ilkley Business Awards 2026 Finalists

Ilkley Business Awards 2026 Finalist: Bathe of Wharfedale

Deborah and Simon from Bathe of Wharfedale are up for Best B2C [Business to Customer] of the Year, and we chat bathroom technology that can enhance your bath and shower time, and how their unique approach has brought great results for the business since its inception.

Ilkley Business Awards 2026 Finalist: Lexa Hair

Alexandra Girling from Lexa Hair chats to Alex about being shortlisted for Hair & Beauty Business of the Year. We talk about her busy life, and the story so far for Lexa Hair, which is the coolest underground venue in Burley-in-Wharfedale!

Ilkley Business Awards 2026 Finalist: Nicky from The Driving Academy

Nicky Harris from The Driving Academy is up for Best Boss at the Ilkley Business Awards, and tells Alex what it means to be nominated by several members of her team! We also talk about whether driving standards have deteriorated since Alex passed, back in the mists of time in 1995!

Ilkley Business Awards 2026 Finalist: LCF Law

Anne from LCF Law in Ilkley chats to Alex about being shortlisted for the Professional Services Awards at the Ilkley Business Awards, the pair also talk about tax and making your will!

Ilkley Business Awards 2026 Finalist: Jenny from Ashlands Vets

Jenny from Ashlands Vets is nominated for the Long Service Award, and chats to Alex about human names for pets, the importance of microchipping and keeping your pets' vaccinations up-to-date, and their recent expansion.