We Won! Eight at Gazegill Takes Home the New Business Award 🎉
- Vida Cade
- Mar 21
- 2 min read
Wow—what a night! We’re beyond thrilled to share that Eight at Gazegill has won the New Business Award at the Ribble Valley Business Awards 2025! 🏆🎉 It’s an incredible honour to be recognised in such a vibrant and supportive business community, and we’re still buzzing with excitement!
A Night to Remember
The awards night was held on March 20th at Mytton Fold Hotel, bringing together some of the most passionate and hardworking businesses from across the Ribble Valley. Representing Eight at Gazegill on the night were our amazing team members Kimberly Talbot (General Manager), Ben Clayton (Bar & Beverage Manager), and Vida Cade (Reservations & Marketing Manager). They did us proud, celebrating with fellow nominees and sharing the joy of what has been an incredible first year for us.
Hearing our name announced as the winner? Absolutely surreal! ✨
More Than Just an Award
This win means the world to us because Eight at Gazegill isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a passion project, a commitment to ethical and sustainable dining, and a place where we welcome guests like family.
From the very beginning, we’ve poured our hearts into creating something truly special:
🌱 Farm-to-fork dining using the best organic and locally sourced ingredients—much of it straight from Gazegill Organic Farm.
🌿 Sustainability at our core—reducing waste, keeping things as local as possible, and respecting the land that feeds us.
🍽️ A unique dining experience that changes with the seasons, inspired by the incredible produce available in our own countryside.
Winning this award reminds us why we do what we do—and motivates us to keep growing, learning, and sharing our love for great food with you all.
Not the first 'New Business' Awards
This is another incredible milestone in what has already been an award-winning journey! Alongside this latest achievement, we’re proud to have:
🏆 Won the Tourism Innovation Award at the Ribble Valley Tourism Awards—recognising our unique approach to hospitality and guest experiences.
🏆 Won the New Business Award at the Lancashire Tourism Awards—a huge honour celebrating our impact in the region’s food and drink scene.
Each of these recognitions is a testament to our incredible team and the support of our wonderful customers.
A Massive Thank You!
None of this would be possible without you—our amazing guests, friends, and supporters.
✨ To our team—your hard work, creativity, and passion make Eight at Gazegill what it is.
✨ To our customers—thank you for choosing us, for your kind words, and for sharing our journey.
✨ To the Ribble Valley Business Awards team—we’re so grateful for this recognition and for celebrating the brilliant businesses in our region.
What’s Next?
We’re just getting started! This award has given us even more energy to keep doing what we love—creating unforgettable dining experiences, staying true to our organic and sustainable values, and making every meal at Eight at Gazegill something truly special.
Come and celebrate with us!
Book a table, raise a glass, and let’s toast to an amazing first year and exciting things to come. 🥂
Here’s to the future! 🚀
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