Stroud Community Awards 2025

Last night, we at Triple Eight Containers were thrilled to sponsor the Club & Sports Team of the Year award at the 2025 Stroud Community Awards, hosted by the Stroud News & Journal .

Supporting this category for the second year running—now becoming a proud tradition—it’s an honour to support the local groups and individuals who give so much of their time and energy to bring people together through sport and community spirit.

On stage last night, a diverse array of winners were honoured—from grassroots football squads to thriving local businesses and dedicated charities—each story a testament to community impact. It's more than just trophies: it's a collective cheer for volunteerism, connection, dedication and community spirit.

A heartfelt congratulations to all of last night’s winners—and to the nominees—you inspire us and make Stroud what it is. We were so proud to be sitting amongst such brilliant individuals and businesses.

The winners were:

Young Person of the Year  - Ollie Townsend, Stonehouse Youth Club

Diversity in the Community Award - Cotswold Boatmobility

Community Champion of the Year - Councillor Gill Thomas

Environmental Project  - Stroud Valley Project Ltd

Volunteer of Fundraiser of the Year  - Sally Hinton, Longfield Community Hospice

Best Community Project or Group - GL11 Community Hub

Healthcare Professional of the Year  - Penna Homecare Ltd

Sports Team or Club of the Year - Slimbridge Cygnets YFC

Teacher of the Year  - Andrew Lee, Archway School

Contribution to the Arts Award - Flies on the Wall Youth Theatre

Best Customer Service Award - Made in Stroud

New Business of the Year - Stroud Boxing Club

Best Independent Business of the Year  - The Great Plate

To the organisers at Stroud News & Journal: thank you for spotlighting these everyday champions!

We’re thrilled to be part of this story.