Date posted on DIARY directory: Monday 9th March 2026
UK lifestyle platform Muddy Stilettos has announced that entries have opened for The Muddy Stilettos Awards 2026. The awards recognise independent lifestyle businesses in the UK and run across 35 counties.
For 2026, the awards have 21 lifestyle categories, including five brand-new additions:
- Best Afternoon Tea
- Fashion & Interiors
- Artisan Food & Drink Producer
- Most Loved Local Pub
The nominations stage spans between 4-23 March.
- ROUND 1: Local nominations (4-23 March)
- ROUND 2: Regional finals (21 April - 26 May)
The most popular businesses in each category will go through to the regional finals. Public voting is open until 1pm, Tuesday 26 May, with the regional winners revealed on Tuesday 16 June.
To enter and for more information, visit muddystilettos.co.uk.