Hartpury University and Hartpury College have been highly commended in the Large Business of the Year category at the 2026 SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards, recognising their continued success and contribution to the county.
The recognition was announced at the awards ceremony held at Cheltenham Town Hall on Thursday 5 November, bringing together leading businesses and organisations from across Gloucestershire to celebrate excellence, innovation and achievement.
Hartpury's success follows its selection as a finalist in three categories at this year's awards: Large Business of the Year, Best Place to Work and Team of the Year.
The nominations recognised Hartpury's commitment to its people, its collaborative working culture and the positive impact it makes through education, industry partnerships and engagement with the wider community.
Being highly commended in the Large Business of the Year category is a significant achievement for Hartpury University and Hartpury College, reflecting the collective efforts of colleagues across the organisation and its continued contribution to Gloucestershire's economy and communities.
Lesley Worsfold, Chief People Officer at Hartpury, said: "We're incredibly proud to be highly commended in the Large Business of the Year category, particularly alongside so many outstanding organisations from across Gloucestershire.
"This recognition is a real testament to the dedication, expertise and enthusiasm of our colleagues, who make Hartpury such a special place to work, study and develop.
"To be named finalists for Best Place to Work and Team of the Year was a great achievement in itself. It reflects the supportive and collaborative culture we're continuing to build and the important contribution our people make every day."
Hartpury's Team of the Year nomination recognised its Business Development team and its work in strengthening industry relationships, developing partnerships and creating opportunities for students, businesses and the wider community.
The Gloucestershire Business Awards, organised by SoGlos, celebrate the achievements of businesses and organisations of all sizes and sectors across the county.
