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The This is MCR Awards winners in full including the leading hotel, restaurant, bar and venue for 2025<\/p>\n

08:08, 07 Nov 2025Updated 08:10, 07 Nov 2025<\/p>\n

The Banyan Tree was among the winners at the This is Manchester awards presented by Adam Thomas and Jenny Powell(Image: Carl Sukonik | The Vain Photography)<\/p>\n

Manchester’s best restaurants, cultural venues, entrepreneurs and community heroes were honoured at a glittering ceremony for this year’s This is Manchester Awards.<\/p>\n

Hosted by TV stars Jenny Powell and Scott Thomas, the gala night was held at The Point at Lancashire Cricket Club. Winners were revealed across a bumper 25 categories for the 2025 event.<\/p>\n

Over 800 guests attended the ceremony, including a host of famous faces from the TV world out in glamorous attire including actor brothers Ryan Thomas and Adam Thomas, former Coronation Street<\/a> stars Lucy-Jo Hudson, Helen Flanagan and Lisa George, and TV stars Sarah Jayne Dunn, Jay Howard and Hannah Kate Norburn.<\/p>\n

Among the most celebrated wins of the night, Kimpton Clock Tower took home Leading Hotel of the Year, while glitzy steak restaurant The Cut & Craft<\/a> and newcomer Pip Mcr at the Treehouse Hotel claimed the Leading Restaurant Awards for Formal and Casual dining respectively.<\/p>\n

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Both restaurants have barely been open a year in Manchester, but were praised for their immediate impact on the city’s dining scene. Pip’s award also comes just weeks after it gained its first mention in the prestigious Michelin Guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The team from Cut & Craft celebrate their big win(Image: Carl Sukonik | The Vain Photography)<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Mahboob Hussain, of Royal Nawaab Pyramid, was named Leading Chef of the Year, after the impressive impact of the restaurant’s takeover of the iconic Stockport<\/a> Pyramid.<\/p>\n

Ernest Van Sitters of Oddfellows on the Park in Cheadle<\/a> recognised as Hospitality Personality of the Year, while celebration of the night went to the team from Greek restaurant NYXE in Worsley, whose team swung their napkins in joy across the room after they were named Outstanding Debut of the Year.<\/p>\n

READ MORE: Helen Flanagan joins Thomas brothers on night of stars at big Manchester awards – all the pictures<\/a><\/p>\n

The Brit Fest 2025 earned Leading Live Event of the Year, and The Monastery Manchester triumphed as Leading Live Event Venue.<\/p>\n

The AO Arena was honoured for Outstanding Contribution to Music, with an emotional speech on stage which honoured both the venue’s 30th anniversary while leading a standing ovation in tribute to everyone who lost their lives in the Manchester Arena<\/a> terror attack in 2017.<\/p>\n

The AO Arena team on stage(Image: Carl Sukonik | The Vain Photography)<\/p>\n

AO Arena\u2019s General Manager, Gemma Vaughn, said: \u201cWe\u2019re truly honoured to receive the Outstanding Contribution to Music at this year\u2019s This is Manchester Awards. For three decades, the AO Arena has been at the heart of the city\u2019s live music scene, welcoming global superstars, nurturing local talent, and creating unforgettable memories for millions of fans.<\/p>\n

“As we celebrate our 30th anniversary, this recognition is a testament to the incredible artists, audiences, and teams who\u2019ve made the Arena such an iconic part of Manchester\u2019s story.\u201d<\/p>\n

In an emotional end to the night, boxing coach Joe Gallagher was honoured on stage, presented his Outstanding contribution to Sport award by boxer Natasha Jonas.<\/p>\n

Joe Gallagher was honoured(Image: Carl Sukonik | The Vain Photography)<\/p>\n

At the finale the night’s highest honour, the Supernova Award, was given posthumously to inspiring footballer Joe Thompson<\/a>, who overcame cancer twice before dedicating his life to motivational speaking and mental health advocacy.<\/p>\n

His award was presented on the night to his wife Chantelle and daughter Thailula, with Chantelle having the audience in tears with her powerful speech.<\/p>\n

She said: \u201cIt\u2019s such a proud and emotional moment to see Joe honoured with the Supernova Award.<\/p>\n

“His light continues to shine through everything we do, and this recognition celebrates not just his courage, but the hope, love, and impact he\u2019s left behind. Joe always said, \u2018Don\u2019t live life to survive, live to thrive\u2019, and tonight, that message lives on.”<\/p>\n

Chantelle Thompson and daughter Thailula made a moving speech in honour of Joe Thompson who won the Supernova award(Image: Carl Sukonik | The Vain Photography)<\/p>\n

Her words drew a standing ovation from the room, closing the evening with a show of Mancunian resilience, pride and togetherness.<\/p>\n

Now in its eighth year, the This is Manchester Awards honour the innovation, resilience and creativity that define the region, across hospitality, live events, technology, fashion, arts, and community impact.<\/p>\n

Founder and proud Mancunian, Ziara Siddique said: “Every year, the This is Manchester Awards remind us why this city leads the way. From world-class hospitality to grassroots changemakers, the 2025 winners represent the best of Greater Manchester\u2019s spirit, ambitious, authentic and unapologetically proud and I\u2019m always humbled to be amongst such inspiring people.”<\/p>\n

Joe Gallagher added: “I am truly honoured and humbled to receive this award, following in Pep\u2019s footsteps last year and turning the city from Blue to Red! Amazing to be recognised in \u2018The Oscars of Manchester\u2019.”<\/p>\n

Funds raised on the night were donated to Cure Leukaemia, with event partners including JMW, Elsewhere, Prestfield Wealth Management, Arella UK and Sedulo Group.<\/p>\n

This is Manchester Awards 2025 winners in full<\/p>\n

Category<\/strong><\/p>\n

Winner<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leading Hotel of the Year Award<\/p>\n

Kimpton Clock Tower<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leading Restaurant Award (Formal)<\/p>\n

The Cut & Craft<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leading Restaurant Award (Casual)<\/p>\n

Pip Mcr<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leading Chef of the Year Award<\/p>\n

Mahboob Hussain \u2013 Royal Nawaab Pyramid<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leading Bar \/ Club of the Year Award<\/p>\n

The Banyan Tree Mcr<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hospitality Personality of the Year Award<\/p>\n

Ernest Van Sitters \u2013 Oddfellows On The Park<\/strong><\/p>\n

Outstanding Debut of the Year Award<\/p>\n

NYXE Worsley<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leading Live Event Award<\/p>\n

The Brit Fest 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leading Live Event Venue Award<\/p>\n

The Monastery Manchester<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leading Technology \/ Digital Innovator<\/p>\n

Housr Living Ltd<\/strong><\/p>\n

Force of Fashion Award<\/p>\n

The Fruit Moth<\/strong><\/p>\n

Individual Making a Difference<\/p>\n

Lee Wakeham \u2013 H M Pasties<\/strong><\/p>\n

Organisation Making a Difference in the Community<\/p>\n

JD Foundation & Whysup Collaboration<\/strong><\/p>\n

Individuals and\/or Organisations Promoting Wellbeing<\/p>\n

The Manchester Mindfulness Festival<\/strong><\/p>\n

One to Watch \/ Young Person \/ Fundraiser of the Year<\/p>\n

Hamish Graham<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leading Sustainability & Impact Award<\/p>\n

Co-op Live<\/strong><\/p>\n

Diversity & Inclusion Leader \/ Changemaker of the Year<\/p>\n

David Morgan \u2013 Entrepreneurs Unlocked<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leading Retail Business \/ Brand of the Year<\/p>\n

The Trafford Centre<\/strong><\/p>\n

Outstanding Business of the Year<\/p>\n

UNDERFOUND<\/strong><\/p>\n

Entrepreneur of the Year<\/p>\n

Josh Thomas<\/strong><\/p>\n

Woman of the Year<\/p>\n

Ashley Marie Higgins<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leading Arts & Culture Venue<\/p>\n

Palace Theatre & Opera House<\/strong><\/p>\n

Outstanding Contribution to Music<\/p>\n

AO Arena<\/strong><\/p>\n

Outstanding Contribution to Sport<\/p>\n

Joe Gallagher<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is Manchester \u2013 Supernova Award<\/p>\n

Joe Thompson<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The This is MCR Awards winners in full including the leading hotel, restaurant, bar and venue for 2025…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":554707,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8813],"tags":[748,236,393,4884,2465,8086,32889,8886,16,15],"class_list":{"0":"post-554706","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-manchester","8":"tag-britain","9":"tag-coronation-street","10":"tag-england","11":"tag-great-britain","12":"tag-manchester","13":"tag-manchester-city-centre","14":"tag-manchester-hotels","15":"tag-manchester-restaurants","16":"tag-uk","17":"tag-united-kingdom"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/115507426763090241","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/554706","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=554706"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/554706\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/554707"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=554706"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=554706"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=554706"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}