The annual #LoveSouthTyneside Awards recognise and celebrate civic pride and community spirit across the Borough.
Awards were handed out to winners across ten categories in a glittering awards ceremony, which was held at The Customs House on Thursday 23 July 2025.
Thank you to our sponsors, supporters, and everyone who joined us to celebrate.
A huge congratulations to all the winners, runners-up and nominees. Your dedication, kindness and community spirit are what make South Tyneside truly special.
Supporting Others
Sponsored by The Banks Group
Congratulations to Fatemeh Sharafi-Farzad for winning the Supporting Others Award! This category celebrates those who selflessly give their time to help others, especially in times of need.
Second Place: Escape Interventions Services Ltd
Third Place: Tracy Walker
Environment
Sponsored by Pentagon Assurance Ltd
Congratulations to Diane Thurston for winning the Environment Award! This award recognises individuals or groups who dedicate their time to improving and protecting South Tyneside’s environment.
Second Place: Friends of Readhead Park
Third Place: Peter Barker
Above and Beyond
Sponsored by S. Walton Eye Care
Congratulations to Wayne Rambo Groves, The Red Bench Project for winning the Above and Beyond Award! This category celebrates those who bring something truly special to their everyday work, making a real impact on others.
Second Place: Iain Connolly
Third Place: Amina Hyder
Business Supporting the Community
Sponsored by Tedco LTD
Congratulations to Wendy Stead of Thanks a Bunch for winning the Business Supporting the Community Award! This award honours businesses that go the extra mile to support local people and causes through volunteering, donations, or community initiatives.
Second Place: Far North Ltd
Third Place: Our 1 Community
Inspiring Talent
Sponsored by ITC Service Ltd
Congratulations to Bright Futures for winning the Inspiring Talent Award! This category celebrates those who share their skills in sport, art, music, or culture to uplift and inspire others.
Second Place: Robert Reed
Third Place: South Tyneside Ability FC
Joint Third Place: SURT Stopping Unsafe
Heart of the Community
Sponsored by Newcastle Building Society
Congratulations to Marjorie Perriman for winning the Heart of the Community Award! This award honours those who have laid the foundations for lasting community impact through years of dedication and leadership.
Second Place: South Tyneside Young Carers
Third Place: Colin Robson
Team of the Year
Sponsored by Total Resources UK
Congratulations to Ashdown Care for winning the Team of the Year Award! This award recognises outstanding teamwork that makes a real difference in South Tyneside.
Second Place: Mission to Seafarers
Third Place: Impact Family Services
Uniformed Services
Sponsored by Kelly’s Wharf – Hebburn Riverside
Congratulations to Ryan Young for winning the Uniformed Services Award! This category recognises exceptional individuals or teams in our armed forces, emergency services, cadets, and more.
Second Place: TS Raleigh Jarrow Sea Cadets
Third Place: 10th South Shields Boys’ Brigade & Girls’ Association
Young Volunteer of the Year
Sponsored by Dogger Bank Wind Farm (Equinor)
Congratulations to the Hebburn Cemetery Teenage Volunteers for winning the Young Volunteer of the Year Award! This award celebrates under-18s who give their time and energy to make a real difference in their communities.
Second Place: SURT Stopping Unsafe Relationships Together
Third Place: Abbie Simpson
#LoveSouthTyneside Award
Sponsored by Jarrow Hall
Congratulations to Jill McDonald for winning the prestigious #LoveSouthTyneside Award! This award honours passionate people who bring communities together and inspire pride across the borough.
Second Place: The Red Bench Project
Third Place: Impact Family Services
Thank you to the lead sponsor for this year’s awards Jarrow Hall.
Thanks you to Red Sky Foundation who also sponsor the Love South Tyneside Awards 2025.
