Our story
Created From Within
The Great British Cleaning Awards was founded by Beverley Wainwright — an industry insider who spent years watching brilliant people go unrecognised, and decided to change it.
"For too long, the people who transform our homes, hospitals, schools and businesses have worked behind the scenes without the recognition they deserve. These awards exist to change that — to shine a spotlight on the professionalism, dedication and heart of this industry."
Beverley Wainwright, Founder
Why it matters
Why These Awards Matter
Cleaners work behind the scenes, yet they transform homes, businesses, hospitals, schools and construction sites every day. They are the first in and the last out — the quiet professionals who make everything else possible. These awards shine a spotlight on those achievements, created by someone from within the industry, for the industry.
Recognition
A national stage for the people who transform spaces every single day — finally in the spotlight.
Credibility
An award that tells clients, employers and peers that your standards are among the best in Britain.
Networking
One room, hundreds of the industry's most driven owners, teams and suppliers. Doors open here.
Celebration
A glittering black-tie evening built purely to celebrate you — no corporate stuffiness, just joy.
What's next
A Movement, Not a Moment
The 2026 evening is just the beginning. Over the coming years the Great British Cleaning Awards will grow into regional events, a national summit, a Hall of Fame, member benefits and the industry's most respected annual celebration.
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