Ballymoney shortlisted for High Street Of The Year 2024

Retail NI has published the shortlist of finalists in this years High Street Hero Awards. The Gold, Silver and Bronze winners will be announced at an Awards ceremony on 21st August in Belfast City Hall.

Ballynahinch, Ballymoney and Newtownards have been shortlisted for High Street of the Year, with many new businesses across the categories, making it to the final for the first time.

Over 15,000 consumers voted in the online poll for their favourite independent retailers and high street, up from 12,000 in 2023. Voting for High Street Heroes 2024 ran from 1st July 2024 to 31st July 2024. 

Retail NI Chief Executive Glyn Roberts said:

“Our awards are different - they are a public vote, with no judges and it is local consumers deciding who wins”.

“We are delighted at the huge response from the fifteen thousand consumers who took the time to vote for their favourite independent retailer and high street. This an increase of 25% on last year’s voting.”

“Congratulations to all those businesses who made it on to the shortlist.  They do so much to serve the community and ensure that the local high street is still a thriving place to shop and socialise”.