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IT'S OUR 10TH BIRTHDAY!

A DECADE OF CELEBRATING BRITISH PODCASTING.

RECOGNISING EXCELLENCE & ORIGINALITY ACROSS THE BRITISH PODCASTING INDUSTRY.

For over a decade, the British Podcast Awards have championed the creators, producers, and platforms shaping the industry. In partnership with Campaign, we bring the entire UK podcasting community together - from independent creators to broadcasting giants - to celebrate the creativity, talent, and passion driving our scene.

Meticulously designed to honour breakthrough talent, indie shows, and major networks alike, these awards are a true reflection of our diverse and thriving industry.

New for this year, the British Podcast Awards longlist is designed to give our entrants maximum exposure. The Longlist recognises exceptional podcasts and introduces them to an audience of more than one million podcast fans and industry professionals across our channels.

VIEW THE 2026 SHORTLIST

Gold Networking Ticket

Kick off your evening with exclusive early access to the British Podcast Awards. Walk the Pink Carpet before the crowds, connect with the podcasting industry's leading creators and professionals, and enjoy premium seating for the ceremony.

🌟 Exclusive early access from 6:00pm – 8:00pm

🌟 Two-hour inclusive drinks reception in the VIP Lounge

🌟 Premium canapés and bowl food served throughout the networking reception

🌟 The opportunity to network with finalists, judges, sponsors and fellow podcasters

🌟 Reserved premium cabaret seating with front-and-centre views of the awards ceremony (tables seat up to four guests)

🌟 Access to the BPA Cushion Wall to collect your custom British Podcast Awards finalists' cushion *One finalists' cushion is provided for each nominated podcast.

🌟 Entry to the official after-party, including the dessert buffet

General Ticket

Experience the excitement of the British Podcast Awards as you join finalists, winners and the wider podcasting community for an unforgettable evening celebrating the UK's best podcasts.

🌟 Entry from 8:00pm to the British Podcast Awards

🌟 Walk the British Podcast Awards Pink Carpet on arrival

🌟 Theatre-style seating on the ground floor for the awards ceremony (available on a first-come, first-served basis)

🌟 Access to the BPA Cushion Wall to collect your custom British Podcast Awards finalists' cushion. *One finalists' cushion is provided for each nominated podcast.

🌟 Access to the official after-party, including the dessert buffet

18:00 – 20:00 | Gold Networking Ticket Holders Arrive

Begin the evening by walking the iconic British Podcast Awards pink carpet.

Gold Networking ticket holders will enjoy exclusive access to the VIP Lounge, featuring a two-hour drinks reception and a selection of premium canapés and bowl food, catered by Moving Venue.

Meet our expert judging panel, finalists, fellow podcasters, and industry partners including Spotify, Canon, Sue Terry Voices and Industria Studios.

20:00 – 20:30 | General Admission Arrivals

General Admission ticket holders are welcomed to walk the British Podcast Awards pink carpet before making their way into the auditorium.

All guests are invited to take their seats ahead of the ceremony. General ticket holders do not have reserved seating.

20:30 | The British Podcast Awards Ceremony Begins

Celebrate the UK's biggest night in podcasting alongside finalists, creators, industry leaders and sponsors as we reveal this year's winners.

Previous ceremonies have featured appearances from some of the biggest names in podcasting and entertainment, with this year's special guests to be announced.

Past years have included celebrity appearances from Idris Elba, Pete Wicks, Jamie Laing, Greg James, Olivia Attwood, Claudia Winkleman, Steven Bartlett and more!

22:00 | British Podcast Awards After Party

The celebrations continue after the ceremony.

Enjoy dessert stations, raise a glass with this year's winners, reconnect with the podcasting community, and don't forget to collect your British Podcast Awards finalists' cushion from the legendary BPA Cushion Wall.

23:30 | Last Order

The bars close as the evening begins to wind down.

00:00 | Event Close

Thank you for joining us at the British Podcast Awards.

We look forward to welcoming you again next year!

Listeners' Choice, Powered by Spotify

This year, we are thrilled to announce that the publicly voted Listeners' Choice Award is officially powered by Spotify.

This exciting partnership gives podcast fans an even bigger platform to champion their favourite shows. It’s your chance to directly support the creators you love and help them take home one of the night’s most prestigious, fan-driven honours.

Round 1 voting now closed. Stay tuned for the Round 2 vote opening on 30 July, exclusively on the Spotify mobile-app.

ABOUT THE AWARDS

The British Podcast Awards is the ultimate gathering for creators, visionaries and fans. We’re coming together to honour the incredible talent shaping the industry, with 32 categories spanning every genre - from niche gems to the prestigious Podcast of the Year and the fan-favorite Listeners’ Choice.

This is your chance to connect with the biggest names in the business. Join a guest list that has featured icons like Rylan, Annie Mac, Jordan North, and Gabby Logan. Whether you’re behind the mic or behind the scenes, this is the night the industry shines.