2023 Winners

For its 10th year running, the 2022 EPAs took place on the 17 February at Novotel London West. See below for last year's winners:

ACCESS ALL AREAS’ INDUSTRY LEGEND AWARD

Steve Heap

FULL EVENT PRODUCTION OF THE YEAR

Sponsored by The Event Site

Standon Calling

Our judges said Delivering live festivals on the back of a pandemic and in the midst of a pingdemic was a truly challenging set of circumstances. Achieving success was a considerable feat and is one which set parameters within which other festivals could operate. Standon Calling 2021 was a risk but definitely one worth taking!

TECHNICAL EVENT PRODUCTION OF YEAR

Lux Films

The production of a full-studio, live TV gallery broadcast is an impressive feat. Lux Film clearly value and nurture their client relations. Their service is 360 and they seem to be able to facilitate and support all aspects of the events they take on.

BEST CREW PROVIDER

Showforce Services

A truly safe pair of hands; With limitless knowledge globally the Showforce team are not just an addition to a team, but an extension of the production. An established team with the constant foresight to evolve, even in the most challenging of circumstances.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARD

Wateraid

BEST CONCESSION PROVIDER

Peppermint Events

In an unprecedented year Peppermint Events have not only managed to survive, but have scaled new heights in creating innovative new opportunities, provided scaleable solutions with excellent delivery while driving forward ambitious sustainability initiatives.

BEST POWER SUPPLIER

Pearce Hire

Pearce Hire undoubtedly consistently deliver a first class service, along with keeping up with excellent sustainability initiatives. An all around top company

BEST HYGIENE PROVIDER

Site Equip

The most impressive in terms of sustainability and innovation across their product range. The ability to provide a service and such short-notice and support the work of the NHS during the lockdown is stand-out!

BEST FENCING /CROWD BARRIER PROVIDER

Sunbelt Rentals

Sunbelt's application is reflective of their considerable scale and successes in the marketplace. They have emerged strongly from Covid and played an important role in the return of events in 2021. Their approach to safety and sustainability are also truly impressive.

BEST STAGING COMPANY

IPS

IPS have clearly exceeded expectation in their professional approach, safety, product and customer service. The benefit of being a smaller supplier is to have the capacity to give a personalised approach to clients and it’s great to hear their clients are reaping the rewards of that benefit. Interested to see these guys develop their offering.

SPORTING EVENT OF THE YEAR

Sponsored by GL events

Bournemouth 7s Festival

They've maintained their focus on the sport element while providing a breadth of other musical and immersive experiences. Sounds brilliant, the combination of sport and music work incredibly well here and are a beacon of hope for an industry looking for new ideas

ACCESS ALL AREAS SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR AWARD

Qdos Event Hire

The sheer number of events serviced last year, including Goodwood, Silverstone, TRNSMT, Golf, all during the pandemic, really shows the range of QDOS’ services and ability to deliver – an outstanding entry and company

BEST TEMPORARY STRUCTURE PROVIDER

Sponsored by Rodeo Event Production Services

Fews Marquees

The variety of structures erected and the complexity of some of the builds is really impressive. The move toward solar and biomass heating options are two high-impact green solutions and it's great to see these steps being taken by such a high profile company!

EVENT VENUE/SPACE OF THE YEAR

Sponsored by Evolution Dome

LS23 Stage by Lucid Creates

An interesting take on a venue... designed for audience satisfaction, using existing landscape in an innovative way and sustainable through its re-use on further tours. I was really blown away by the innovative and visionary design of this concept.

THE SUSTAINABILITY AWARD

Sponsored by Ticketpass

Cableflor

A near perfect score. This is a great submission, forward thinking, involves young people, innovative and clearly driven company. Super super impressive pivot into sustainability. Love everything about this and would love to work with Lee and the team.

BEST USE OF TECHNOLOGY AT AN EVENT

IDE Systems

Great initiative to help event organisers save costs and be more sustainable. Very innovative solution with current issues and the increase of electric bills.

BEST TICKETING PROVIDER

Event Genius

Event Genius showed great tenacity and clarity of though throughout Covid but have since gone on to establish their point of difference in the marketplace. This application also clearly demonstrates excellent levels of innovation and market-leading customer service.

BEST VISUAL SPECTACULAR

Euro 2020 Closing Ceremony By Event360

A really great example of work executed to a high standard under difficult circumstances. Amazing achievement given the incredibly short time to set and strike.

BRAND ACTIVATION OF YEAR

Sponsored by Showcase

Costa Coffee At The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta By Circle Agency

A great activation with difficult logistics that delivered in great style with fantastic results despite challenging weather conditions!

PRODUCTION AGENCY OF THE YEAR

Sponsored by City Furniture Hire

TBI Media

The achievements over the last 12 months are true testament to this teams approach - Clearly confident in delivering prestigious events in the most challenging of times proves the depth of knowledge and persistence to exceed all expectations is business as usual with this team.

MUSIC EVENT OF THE YEAR

Sponsored by Creative Output

We Out Here

This is a great example of really understanding what their audience want and delivering. An event that genuinely understands and delivers for its target audience.

Best Supplier Company Pivot

Autograph Sound

Staff Welfare Award

Actavo Events UK Ltd

Best Live Events Industry Campaign

#LetTheMusicPlay

Best Online Festival

Warner Music UK Summertime Festival

Best Covid-safe Non Music Event

London Concours by Thorough Events

Best Covid-safe Music Event

Lockdown Town by One Night Records

Best Drive in Event

Silverstone Lapland by VHE Worldwide

Access All Areas Editors Award

Melvin Benn

Access All Areas Special Recognition Award

The Survival Tour

Best Staging Company

NoNonsense Group

“NoNonsense Group had a clear understanding and vision when it came to understanding what the client was hoping to achieve and were incredibly ambitious. The stage is very unique and it is most definitely "a monster stage" like the Manchester Evening Standard suggested. For Skepta to say it is the best stage he has ever performed on is a huge accolade, congratulations.”

Sponsored By:

Best Temporary Structure Supplier

Ascot Structures

“Their Orangery structure, self designed and built, is a beautiful product that has added real progress to the ambience of events, alongside their ability to work with clients' problems and provide solutions, Ascot is a worthy winner.”

Highly Commended: Arena Group

Sponsored By: 

Venue of the Year

Illuminate at the Science Museum

“A brand new venue with a space that lends itself to innovation and providing clients with a different experience for the events they are hosting. The delivery of the space echos the values of the organisation and I like that the experience in the space is built around a theme. The space is a revenue generator which helps keep the museum free of charge to the wider public, linking in to the wider business strategy.”

Highly Commended: Colesdale Farm

Sponsored By: 

Green Supplier of the Year

The Really Good bar Company

“The events The Really Good Bar Company are involved with push for greener, better environment and sustainability. The Really Good Bar Company ensure this and go beyond the expectation from organisers. The legacy and delivery is second to none."

Highly Commended: Power Logistics

Sponsored By: 

Best use of Technology at an Event

Power Logistics for Radio 1's Big weekend

“Power Logistics is a proven supplier used by the best in the industry. The sustainability initiative ticks every box. Their power management, which is so vital on a festival is really impressive.”

Highly Commended: Diriyah Season, Event Genius By Festicket

Sponsored By: 

Best Visual Spectacular

Cheerful TwentyFirst for The Pavillion for BBC Studios

“This made headlines, was innovative and to a very complex brief but well achieved. The stand out presence was highly impactful and sustainable.”

Highly Commended: Cybotron Live At The Barbican- SHIFT/PILOT STUDIO

Sponsored By: 

Brand Activation of the Year

Neversea for The Green Power of Neversea

“Really like the innovation of this activation focusing on sustainability within the sector through a fun and engaging campaign. The campaign got excellent international coverage which is brilliant set out in the application document! Great work! ”

Highly Commended: Big Green Coach for Festival Sustainability.

FURIA for Canada Dry Snow Experience.

Sponsored by: 

Production Team of the Year

GL Events UK

“GL events delivered a hugely challenging and complicated event with the added complication of a move mid plan across two continents. Despite a significant budget the team delivered a successful event that was very well received by the client.”

Sponsored By:

Music Event of the Year

Black Deer Festival

“Amazing video that really captures the spirit of the event, makes me want to go to the festival. Love the collaboration with SupaJam, always great to see events giving back.”

Highly Commended: Wild Paths Festival

Sponsored By: 

Sporting Event of the Year

STM World Cup drone

“A great event, based on new technology, that has opened up the world to a new sport. STM drew a truly international audience of many different ages and allowed many to experience it for the first time. The build of the track was also extremely well designed and built.”

Sponsored By: 

Access All Areas’ Supplier of the Year

Entertree Hire

Entertee’s host of loyal clients who ask more of the company every year are testament to its status as an industry legend. The company continually innovates with new products such as the Super-T, and they approach the festival industry with the passion and gravitas it deserves. 

Sponsored By:

THE LEGEND AWARD

Steven and Holly Corfield – Serious Stages

TECHNICAL EVENT PRODUCTION OF THE YEAR

Hawthorn for Adobe Summit EMEA 2018

“This really is an excellent application which clearly sets out how Hawthorn understood and delivered the expectations of their client. The ‘Wow Factor’ was an important element of the brief and Hawthorn clearly achieved this with a range of industry leading AV and tech.”

HIGHLY COMMENDED: 

CELLAR DOOR PROMOTIONS FOR BOLLYWOOD FEVERFULL EVENT

PRODUCTION OF THE YEAR

entertee events for Black Deer Festival

“Working to tight budgets on a new event, the team delivered many different experiences and engagements to an extremely diverse audience.”

BEST CREWING SUPPLIER

Gallowglass

“Gallowglass lead the way in training, H+S and total professionalism. The quality of crew is crucial in the events industry as we approach the 2020s.”

BEST SECURITY COMPANY

Showsec International

“ShowSec really stands out due to number and diversity of events catered for. Their specific event was impressive due to scale and safety implications involved.”

BEST CONCESSION PROVIDER

Peppermint Bars and Events

“Peppermints themed bars are excellent and clever, and judges were also impressed with the Premium VIP offerings initiative.”

BEST POWER SUPPLIER

Pearce Hire

“Pearce Hire shows continuous growth and professionalism and seems to be leading the way in its sector with an ever more important sustainable offering.”

HIGHLY COMMENDED:

 ENERGY GENERATOR HIRE

BEST TOILET AND HYGIENE PROVIDER

LOOS FOR DOs

“The entry shows they provide a great service and always deliver. They are able to demonstrate good value for money and offer an outstanding service.”

BEST FENCING/CROWD BARRIER SUPPLIER

entertee hire services

“Awarded top marks for their diverse range of products, from purely functional to visually attractive and decorative – coupled with the sheer volume of fencing and barriers that they install over the course of a year.”

HIGHLY COMMENDED: 

LIVEBEST FLOORING OR ROADWAY SUPPLIERLIVE

“LIVE are a company that continue to innovate and improve not only the products but methods of working, to provide the best possible customer service, which is evident in their long-term client relationships.”

BEST STAGING COMPANY

Serious Stages

“They are making interesting developments in stages, stage roofs and other stage associated structures. They are also developing temporary buildings – but still their core business is stages for concerts and festivals and this entry just had the edge.”

BEST TEMPORARY STRUCTURE SUPPLIER

Acorn Event Structures

“Acorn have really done well with new and innovative temporary buildings in the past year or so and just had the edge due to this progress.”

HIGHLY COMMENDED: 

GL EVENTS

VENUE OF THE YEAR

City of Liverpool

“Whilst not one venue, the judges were impressed at how the team created one venue from multiple sites and used the city to demonstrate versatility and excellent use of resources.”

GREEN SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR

WowGrass

“There can be no denying the WowGrass team’s dedication to providing a sustainable product grown in the most environmentally friendly way, that offers a great alternative to traditional plastic astroturf.”

BEST TICKETING PROVIDER

Event Genius and Ticket Arena

“The positive feedback from customers and end users is really impressive and they have clearly generated many positive innovations, embracing the technology available.”

BEST USE OF TECHNOLOGY AT AN EVENT

ARHT Media – Women in Tech

“This is definitely breaking down the barriers of geography and taking communication to a whole new level. It must have been a great experience for everyone in the audience.”

BEST VISUAL SPECTACULAR

Culture Liverpool for Liverpool’s Dream

“It is one thing impressing a group of people that have something in common and are attending a single event, but it’s another attracting and impressing a whole city full of different interest likes and dislikes. The whole production looked to create a lasting effect.”

HIGHLY COMMENDED: 

STRONG & CO FOR PROJECT 84

BRAND ACTIVATION OF THE YEAR – CONSUMER BRAND

Hyperactive for Carlsberg

“The Carlsberg Cabin was a stand out brand activation. Both the look and feel and the environmental values made them a clear winner.”

BRAND ACTIVATION OF THE YEAR – NON-CONSUMER BRAND

Strong & Co for Project 84

“On an extremely sensitive subject, Strong & Co were able to create an activation that hit home hard and generated an awesome reach via international press and social media.”

PRODUCTION TEAM OF THE YEAR

We are the Fair

“This entry demonstrated outstanding levels of service across all aspects of an event’s requirements along with a huge diversity in size and type of event. Great production from a great team.”

MUSIC EVENT OF THE YEAR

Black Deer Festival

“A new event in a new venue, with an entirely new audience, on very tight budgets – the team delivered a great event and one for the future that will only grow.”

SPORTING EVENT OF THE YEAR

Bournemouth 7s Festival

“Bournemouth 7’s is an exciting and constantly growing event showing innovation every year. This is a safe and fun event by an organiser that ‘gets it’.”

ACCESS ALL AREAS’ SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR

Actavo Events

“In a field of phenomenal entries, Actavo stood out for the diverse range of challenges they overcame, and the breadth of events at which their products seamlessly integrated. 2018 was the company’s biggest to date, and its work at the Glasgow 2018 European Games and the Papal Visit to Ireland were of particular note. It’s not easy making an impact on the major events market. Top work folks.”

HIGHLY COMMENDED: 

GL EVENTS