Sustainable Food Places Awards

The Sustainable Food Places Awards recognise and celebrate the success of places across the UK who take a holistic and systems approach to sustainable and healthy food.

The Awards are open to any place - be it a city, large town, borough, county or district - which is a member of the Sustainable Food Places Network. 

We're delighted to announce the dates for the 2026 Sustainable Food Places Bronze and Silver Awards round!

If you are thinking of applying, please submit an expression of interest using this form by 5th June 2026 at 5pm.

The window for Bronze and Silver applications open from 1st September 2026.  Applications need to be submitted by 30th September 2026 at 5pm. 

Before deciding to apply for a coveted SFP award in 2026, we recommend you read these three vital guidance documents:

• SFP Awards: Guidance for Applicants - this document includes information about the process and awards timelines

• SFP Awards: Activity and Impact - example benchmark activities for each key issue

• SFP Bronze and Silver Awards Application Form

An application by an SFP member in 2026 will build on earlier versions of the application.  You can review all past application below for guidance and inspiration before preparing your application. 

If you would like to apply for a Gold SFP Award in 2026, please contact us via the email address at the bottom of this page.

Winners 2025

All past winning applications

We have so far awarded the following places in recognition of their fantastic efforts and achievements in promoting and normalising healthy and sustainable food.

All Past Award Winners