A DECADE of success was celebrated at Warrington Business Awards on Friday night.

In its 10th year, dozens of businesses came to the Park Royal Hotel in Stretton for the annual event.

Among the big winners were Martin Dawes Systems, named business of the decade and storage retailer BiG Storage, which took home the business of the year prize.

The winners not only walk away with prizes, but more importantly the honour of winning such a prestigious award.

Meanwhile one of snooker’s most recognisable stars took a break from the sport to talk at this year’s Warrington Business Awards.

Dennis Taylor – known as much for his over-sized glasses as his cue action – entertained guests at the ceremony.

Business person of the Year
Rob Crossland - Parasol

Highly commended
Ruth Yates – Corks Out

Start up Business of the Year
CPW Executive Coaching

Highly commended
Daniel Anderson

Investing in Warrington
Window Dreams

Customer Care
Park Royal Hotel

Social Responsibility & Environment
Croft Engineering Services

Training and Development
Belfry Group Limited

Retailer of the Year
Corks Out

Business of the Year
Big Storage

Highly commended
Redelec Limited

Business of the Decade
Martin Dawes Systems

Highly Commended
Bents Garden Centre