Shine a light on an unsung hero – Nominate them for a Wirral Award!
Do you know someone who goes above and beyond for their community? Then now’s your chance to celebrate them!
Nominations are now open for the Wirral Award 2025, a prestigious civic honour that recognises outstanding achievements over the past year, or for exceptional service to the borough spanning two decades or more.
Whether it’s a tireless volunteer, a community champion, or a group making a real difference – we want to hear about them.
While individual nominations are preferred, groups and organisations will also be considered. Previous winners have included:
- Long-standing foster carers
- Sports and youth group leaders
- RNLI volunteers
And many more everyday heroes who give their time and energy to help others.
The Mayor of Wirral, Councillor Brian Kenny, said:
Across Wirral, volunteers and community groups are the heartbeat of our borough. Their passion and commitment touch so many lives and life here simply wouldn’t be the same without them.
I’m proud to help shine a spotlight on their incredible work and say a heartfelt thank you on behalf of the Council and our residents.
All nominations will be reviewed by a small panel including the Mayor and fellow Councillors, with final approval by the Council’s Regulatory and General Purposes Committee.
The inspiring Wirral Award 2024 recipients were:
- Linda Coleman – Founder of ‘Hot Wheels’ wheelchair dance club, a vibrant community hub for over 20 years.
- Lesley Cubbin – Champion of Wallasey Village, bringing festive cheer and community spirit through events and park activities.
- Daniel Davies – Visionary behind Rockpoint Leisure, transforming New Brighton’s Victoria Quarter into a thriving cultural destination.
- Gina Doyle – Leader of Happy Hub CIC, improving lives in Noctorum and beyond.
- Jessica Gallier-Booth – Founder of The Martin Gallier Project, working to prevent suicide, combat stigma, and support families.
- Maria Kershaw – Driving force behind Egremont’s community clean-up and green space transformation.
- Mr & Mrs Major and Sue Mace – Creators of the magical ‘Black Pearl’ pirate ship and fairy village in Vale Park.
- Mandy Molby – Fundraising powerhouse, raising over £7.5 million for local charities and good causes over the past 30 years.
- Sue Porter – Supporter of bereaved families and grassroots football in the Upton area and spreading joy through her festive grotto.
- Margaret Jean Price – Dedicated caretaker of New Ferry’s community spaces, serving since 1988.
- Paul Smith – Chair of Age UK Wirral and Wirral History & Heritage Association, preserving local heritage and community wellbeing.
Nomination forms can be downloaded from the Wirral Council website and should be returned by email no later than Friday 21 November 2025.
