Loo of the Year Awards

16/09/2026

🎉 What a lovely surprise! 🎉
A very thoughtful gift arrived today from our accountants, Kinder and Tennick Accountants, congratulating us on becoming a winner of – Small Business Sunday.
What a lovely gesture and such a thoughtful way to recognise this achievement. 💚
We are incredibly grateful for the congratulations and the support. Being selected as an winner was a very proud moment for us and the Loo of the Year Awards team, so receiving this lovely surprise made it even more special.
Thank you, Kinder Digital Accountants and Tennick Accountants, for thinking of us – and for the delicious treats! 🍪🥰

15/09/2026

Missed the latest Bog Cast? Or would rather watch the conversation?

Our latest episode of The Bog Cast with Paul Thrupp, Chairman of the Independent Washroom Services Association (IWSA), is now available to watch on YouTube! 🎥
If you missed the podcast, or simply prefer to watch rather than listen, now is your chance to catch up.
Becky and Paul have a fascinating conversation covering the washroom services industry, education, technology, attracting the next generation, inclusion, safety, dignity and the importance of collaboration.
They also talk about the exciting new partnership between the IWSA and Loo of The Year Awards Ltd, including the new IWSA Awards being introduced through the Loo of the Year Awards platform.
It is a great conversation about where our industry is today, where it is heading and, importantly, what we can achieve when we work together to raise standards.
🎧 Listen to The Bog Cast on your favourite podcast platform
🎥 Watch the conversation on YouTube – now ready to view! https://youtu.be/jQP_fm3kdHw
And remember… you never know who will pop up on The Bog Cast next!
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In this episode of the Bog Cast, Becky is joined by Paul Thrupp, Ch...

14/09/2026

You never know who will pop up where!
Today it is Cerri, one of our Loo of the Year Awards inspectors, out and about in the sunshine in Bury. 🌞
Our inspectors are travelling the length and breadth of the country, carrying out independent, unannounced inspections and helping us to recognise those establishments that are getting their away-from-home washrooms right.
So, wherever you are in the United Kingdom, keep your eyes peeled…
You never know who will pop up where! 😉

And Cerri certainly seems to have found a lovely day for it! ☀️🚻

11/09/2026

🎉 WE HAVE A FINALIST! 🎉

We are absolutely thrilled, delighted and incredibly proud to announce that our very own Jane Kibble has been named a FINALIST for Employee of the Year at the Herefordshire Business Awards 2026! 🏆

Jane has been such an important part of the Loo of the Year Awards team for the past 10 years, and this recognition could not be more deserved.

For those who know Jane, you will know that she is so much more than an employee. She is our Awards Manager, our right hand, our problem solver, our organiser and, quite honestly, one of the people who keeps the wheels turning! 💚

From managing entries and inspections, organising awards and certificates, supporting our inspectors, dealing with customers and suppliers, helping with our marketing and keeping Charles and Becky on track… Jane does an incredible amount behind the scenes to help make Loo of The Year Awards Ltd what it is today.

And she does it all with dedication, commitment, humour and an enormous amount of care.

We genuinely could not be prouder of her. ❤️

To be recognised alongside so many fantastic businesses and individuals from across our home county of Herefordshire makes this even more special.

A huge THANK YOU to Herefordshire Means Business Ltd and the Herefordshire Business Awards for recognising the amazing people who make our local businesses tick.

Now we have our fingers, toes… and yes, even our toilet seats crossed for the awards evening!😂

Congratulations Jane – this one is very much deserved. We are all rooting for you!

08/09/2026

🎉WELL… THIS HAPPENED LAST NIGHT! 🎉
I am still pinching myself!
After many, many, MANY attempts at becoming part of the Small Business Sunday community, I honestly never expected to receive this message in my inbox last night…
Loo of The Year Awards Ltd has been selected for ! 🎉
To say I was shocked, excited and absolutely delighted would be an understatement!
I am incredibly honoured to now be part of the Small Business Sunday community and to have the opportunity to share our rather unusual business with such an amazing network of small businesses.
For those who do not know us, Charles and I run the Loo of the Year Awards, recognising and celebrating outstanding away-from-home washrooms across the UK and Ireland. But what we do is about so much more than toilets. It is about education, awareness, accessibility, inclusion, dignity and recognising those who are making a difference.
A huge thank you to Theo Paphitis and the fantastic Small Business Sunday team for this opportunity and for championing small businesses like ours. It really does mean a lot.
And congratulations to all the other businesses selected alongside us this Sunday, what a fantastic group to be joining!

After all those attempts, I think it is safe to say…
Never give up! Keep showing up, keep believing in what you do and sometimes, your inbox can bring a very nice surprise!

We may talk about toilets, but really, we are talking about people.

07/09/2026

🎙️ Have you caught up with The Bog Cast yet? 🚽🎙️
Since launching in January, The Bog Cast has now reached 8 episodes, and we wanted to take a moment to say a huge thank you to everyone who has listened, watched, shared and supported us so far. ❤️
It has been fantastic to see our conversations about the importance of away-from-home washrooms reaching audiences around the world.
But perhaps you have only recently discovered The Bog Cast? Or maybe there is an episode or two that you have missed?
Well, here is your chance to catch up! 🎧
🎙️ The Bog Cast – Episodes 1 to 8
Episode 1 – The Bog Cast: Loo of the Year Awards – Charles & Becky Wall
🎧 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591293/episodes/18595784
Episode 2 – Conversation, Connections and Conveniences with Stefan Thomas
🎧 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591293/episodes/18765498
Episode 3 – More Than Just a Loo: Transforming School Life with Lee Batstone
🎧 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591293/episodes/18931701
Episode 4 – Where Hygiene Meets Innovation: Transforming the Modern Washroom to Incorporate Inclusive Hygiene for All, with Stuart Hands, Commercial Development Manager for Tork/Essity
🎧 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591293/episodes/19108219
Episode 5 – A Lifetime of Excellence: The Story Behind Pencelli Castle’s Diamond Standard, with Craig Rees ⭐
🎧 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591293/episodes/19269109
Episode 6 – Behind the Scenes of the Loo of the Year Awards with Jane Kibble
🎧 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591293/episodes/19425619
Episode 7 – From Headlines to Hygiene: Fiona Scott on Stories That Make a Difference
🎧 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591293/episodes/19588521
Episode 8 – The Power of Collaboration: Paul Thrupp, IWSA & the Future of Washrooms
🎧 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591293/episodes/19738348
⭐ And which one has been the favourite so far?
Our most listened-to episode is Episode 5 with Craig Rees, telling the story behind Pencelli Castle’s Diamond Standard and their journey of entering the Loo of The Year Awards and achieving high grades for their family camping and caravan site.
Whether you have listened to every episode, missed a few, or have never listened before, we would love you to join the conversation.
🎧 Listen through Spotify or Apple Podcasts
🌐 Find the episodes through the News page on the Loo of The Year Awards website
📺 Or watch them on the Loo of The Year Awards YouTube channel
And there is plenty more to come…
📅 From January 2027, The Bog Cast will be moving to TWO episodes every month!
More conversations. More stories. More people. More ideas.
And, most importantly, more opportunities to talk about why away-from-home washrooms really do matter.
Thank you for listening and helping us change the conversation, one washroom at a time.

06/09/2026

Looking for the sun in Penzance – our furthest inspection south?
The sunshine may have been hiding, but that certainly has not stopped our Loo of The Year Awards Ltd Inspection team!
From the very top of the UK to the very bottom and Ireland too, our inspectors travel the length and breadth of the country carrying out unannounced inspections to help raise standards in away-from-home washrooms.
Penzance might be one of our furthest inspections south however you never know where our team of inspectors may turn up next! 👀
Keep an eye out, as we could be visiting a washroom near you soon.

04/09/2026

Becky is absolutely delighted and privileged to have been asked to speak at The Care Show Swindon on Saturday 10 October. 💙
She is particularly excited about this opportunity because, for us, Loo of The Year Awards Ltd is about so much more than inspecting toilets, giving them a grade and handing out awards.
It is about people.
We all need to use a toilet. But for someone living with a disability, whether visible or hidden, or for someone caring for an older person or someone with additional needs, the availability of a clean, safe, accessible and suitable toilet can make the difference between being able to go out and enjoy life, or having to stay at home.
A toilet can determine whether someone feels confident going shopping, visiting an attraction, going on holiday, staying in a hotel, attending an event or simply enjoying a day out with family and friends.
And for carers, knowing that a suitable washroom will be available can be a huge part of planning a day and making sure the person they care for can experience some normality, independence and dignity.
That is why she feels so strongly about the work we do through Loo of the Year Awards. Our 101-point grading system is not just about whether a toilet looks nice. It considers cleanliness, safety, accessibility, facilities, lighting, design, ambience and so much more. Most importantly, it helps us raise awareness and encourage organisations to take their washrooms seriously.
Because a washroom should not be an afterthought. It is an essential part of caring for people.
She will be sharing this message, along with our experience from almost 40 years of Loo of the Year Awards, when I take to the keynote stage at The Care Show Swindon.
She is incredibly grateful for the opportunity to speak to people working across the care sector and hopefully help start conversations about something we all need, but which is still too often overlooked.
We all need the toilet. Let us make sure everyone can use one with dignity.
Read the full press release and find out more about my keynote:
https://www.londondaily.news/the-care-show-announces-inspiring-keynote-speaker-becky-wall-bem/
📅 Saturday 10 October 2026
📍 New College Swindon
🤝 In partnership with SWITCH – Swindon and Wiltshire Innovative Technology Care Hub

She is really looking forward to being part of it!

The Care Show Swindon has announced its keynote speaker for its autumn event as Becky Wall BEM who is the co-director of the prestigious Loo Of The Year Awards, a quality system which celebrates its 40th anniversary next year.

03/09/2026

PUT YOUR BRAND CENTRE STAGE AT THE LOO OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2026!
Want to showcase your business, raise your profile and connect with key people across the washroom, cleaning, facilities and hospitality industries?
Then why not EXHIBIT at the Loo of the Year Awards 2026? 🏆
Taking place on 13 January 2027
At The Motorcycle Centre, Birmingham
This year's event will celebrate the 2026 Loo of the Year Awards, and it will be an extra-special occasion as we officially announce and launch our 40th year celebrations for 2027! 🎉
As an exhibitor, you'll have the opportunity to:
💠 Showcase your products and services
💠 Meet and connect with industry professionals
💠 Raise your brand profile
💠 Share your ideas, products and innovations
💠 Meet many product end users and understand their requirements
💠 Be part of a prestigious industry event

It is more than just having a stand, it is a chance to meet, engage, build relationships and put your brand in front of an audience that matters.
Exhibition spaces are available now!
For more information, exhibition packages or help with booking your space, contact Jane:
📞 01531 640715
📧 [email protected]
Be seen. Be connected. Be celebrated.
And be part of the journey as we head towards 40 years of the Loo of the Year Awards!

03/09/2026