Strictly Come Dancing-inspired awards celebrate Redbridge businesses

The Ilford and Redbridge Business Awards 2025 were hosted at the Coliseum Suite, with 490 guests in attendance.

The ceremony, with a Strictly Come Dancing-inspired theme, was titled the 2025 Strictly Business Awards.

Guests pose beside a vintage car (Image: Event Capture)

There were almost 13,000 nominations received, with 100 finalists in total.

Entertainment for the evening included performances by Britain’s Got Talent finalists Aaron and Jasmine/

Vocalist So Diva took to the stage with Motown-inspired performances.

Stilt walkers bring sparkle and glamour to the Ilford and Redbridge Business Awards (Image: Event Capture)

Rhythmic Care UK Ltd, based in Cranbrook Road and which provides homecare services, took home the Ilford business of the year award.

Redbridge’s business of the year was Edwards Duthie Shamash Solicitors.

Britain’s Got Talent finalists Aaron and Jasmine perform (Image: Event Capture)

Ilford & Redbridge Business Awards winners (Image: Ilford & Redbridge Business Awards)

Senior civic leaders, including council leader Kam Rai and Ilford South MP Jas Athwal, attended the event.

Cyril Bekoe, Ilford Business Improvement District manager, said: “These awards are about more than winning, they are about recognising commitment, celebrating excellence, and shining a light on the businesses that keep our town centres and borough thriving.”