Voting for the Gateshead Awards 2026 has now closed.

Winners will be announced at the Gateshead Awards ceremony which will take place on Wednesday 24 June 2026

Gateshead is a fantastic place with amazing people. Many people are demonstrating their local pride by going the extra mile to help their community to thrive.

The Gateshead Awards - presented annually by the Mayor of Gateshead - celebrate all those who, in whatever way, have made a real difference to the lives of others in the borough.

The public will vote for category winners from a short list selected by a specialist panel.

The shortlist for the awards has now been finalised and we'd like you to vote for your winners.

Find out more about the nominees in each category