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Inspiration · 15 April 2026 · 2 min read

Celebrating Creativity, Community and Courage: The Creation Station Awards 2026

At The Creation Station, we’re incredibly proud to be the UK’s most recommended activity provider — but what truly makes our community so special is the people behind it. Our brilliant Creation Station franchise partners bring creativity to life every single day. Through art and craft classes, holiday clubs, parties, events and workshops, they inspire imagination and nurture potential in childr
At The Creation Station, we’re incredibly proud to be the UK’s most recommended activity provider — but what truly makes our community so special is the people behind it.

Our brilliant Creation Station franchise partners bring creativity to life every single day. Through art and craft classes, holiday clubs, parties, events and workshops, they inspire imagination and nurture potential in children, families, adults and older members of the community alike.

As we look ahead to our inspiring Imagination Conference, we’re absolutely delighted to announce the wonderful finalists for The Creation Station Awards 2026.

This year’s shortlist is filled with passionate, purpose-driven business owners from across the UK. Each one is making a meaningful difference in their local community through creativity, connection and care.

Our finalists have been recognised for their:

  • Dedication to inspiring imaginations
  • Commitment to supporting children, families and adults
  • Creativity, innovation and business growth
Being shortlisted is a huge achievement. It reflects the heart, energy and dedication that goes into every class, every party and every experience delivered across our network.More than anything, this is a celebration of togetherness. A community that lifts each other up, shares ideas, and believes deeply in the power of creativity to change lives.We feel incredibly proud. And very grateful to be surrounded by such talented, inspiring individuals 💛The shortlisted finals are as follows:
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Families Champion- Shortlisted:

  • Jenny Mattingley
  • Kirsty Hickson
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 The People's Choice

Nominated by your colleagues within the Creation Station

Shortlisted:

  • Adam Daniel
  • Emma Winterbourne
  • Fiona Pieters
  • Jude Coles
  • Kath Banks
  • Lucy Porter
  • Sharon Burton
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Best Can-do Attitiude - Shortlisted:

  • Jenny Mattingley
  • Jenny Medlen
  • Jessica Fletcher-David
  • Jo Troughton
  • Kirsty Hickson
  • Sophs Leonard-Morgan
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Education Champion - Shortlisted

  • Anna Blakeman
  • Claire Parsons
  • Emma McCalla-John
  • Kam Popat
  • Meena Gupta
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Adults Champion- Shortlisted:

  • Jenny Medlen
  • Jude Coles
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Marketing Mega-Star - Shortlisted:

  • Debi Muttett
  • Michelle Styler
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Best New Franchisee - Shortlisted:

  • Debi Muttett
  • Sophs Leonard-Morgan
FOTY – Celebrating Creativity, Community and Courage: The Creation Station Awards 2026

Franchisee Of The Year - Shortlisted:

  • Anna Blakeman
  • Emma Winterbourne
Winners will be announced at The Creation Station National Conference on Saturday 25th April at the Village Hotel in Solihull.

We want to say a huge congratulations to all our finalists. Your inspiring work, passion and dedication truly make a difference every single day. You are helping to bring creativity, confidence and joy into so many lives thank you.

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