THE BEETLESTONE AWARD

How to Apply

Applications can be accepted in person, or through nomination by a third party. In either case the nominee will be asked to complete an application. 

Applications are limited to leaders working in the UK who are still in post; the Award is not offered to retirees.

Detailed guidance notes are available within the application form here.

Applications close at midnight Friday 1st May 2026.

How to Nominate

If you decide to nominate someone, complete this form.  References are not required.

Nominations close at midnight Friday 24th April 2026.

Announcement of winner

Nomination forms are viewed only by the organising committee chair and selection panel chair on order to invite full applications where eligibility conditions are met. 

Nominee application forms are viewed and scored only by the selection panel (below) without input from the organising committee. Any member of the selection panel with any conflict of interest, or direct relationship with an applicant will be asked not to score that entry.

The winner will be notified in advance of the BIG Event where they will be presented with their award. An announcement of the winner will usually be given in the month leading up to the BIG Event.

The Selection Panel will not enter into correspondence with applicants.  Submitting an application constitutes an acceptance that the Panel’s decision is final.

Awardee Responsibilities, if a bursary is claimed

To present – through a creative contribution to a conference, workshop or online resource – a description of the work for which the Award has been made, explaining its relevance and application.

To share this information with the field, duly recognising the Beetlestone Award, in a relevant publication – whether in print or online.

The above presentation to take place within 12 months of the announcement of the Award, and the publication to appear no later than a further 12 months thereafter.

Selection Committee