Does your partner complain they never see you since you jumped ship from your soul-destroying 9-5 and went out on your own? Do you always strive to do something different? Are you enviously hip and on brand? Have you got a great reputation?  Are you the best in your field? If any of that sounds like you, then keep reading…

On 4 May, voting will begin for The Muddy Awards, designed to support those plucky businesses that work tirelessly to keep our high streets exciting. Do you think you’ve got what it takes to win? Then feast your eyes on our 30 categories below and start telling your customers, friends and pets to visit this site to nominate and vote for you when we wave the starting flag.

It’s free to enter and could be just the boost your business needs.

Best art gallery
Best bakery
Best bar
Best beauty salon
Best book shop
Best boutique hotel
Best cafe
Best casual dining
Best children’s shop
Best complementary therapy centre
Best day spa
Best deli
Best destination pub
Best emporium
Best family attraction
Best fitness instructor
Best florist
Best large hotel
Best local producer (food)
Best local producer (non-food)
Best gift shop
Best hair salon
Best interiors
Best jewellery store
Best men’s boutique
Best restaurant
Best theatre
Best wine shop 
Best women’s boutique
Best Yoga/Pilates studio

Intrigued? Then jot down these all-important dates and start spreading the word:

4 May – nominations open
4-25 May – first round of voting
7-14 June – second (and final) round of voting
w/c 13 June (date tbc) – winners’ awards and drinks

Any questions? Email me at debbie@muddystilettos.co.uk

Go, go, go…

and good luck!