Celebrating Excellence in Merton’s Business Community

South Thames College, Merton College, Carshalton College and Kingston College merged on the 1st August 2017 forming the South Thames Colleges Group. Joining together allows us to continue to build on their successful reputations, bringing together the strengths of all the colleges, enhancing opportunities for current and future students and safeguarding the provision of further education to businesses. Merton College is home to the highly regarded Hospitality and Catering Academy. All our...

Merton is a London borough on the rise – we are working hard to build a borough where our residents and businesses flourish in thriving, sustainable local economies. We’re proud to foster a business-friendly environment where businesses of all shapes and sizes can grow and prosper. Merton has some of London’s best businesses and is the home of Wimbledon tennis, putting our borough on the map as a global and prestigious brand. We’re committed to becoming London's Borough of Sport and a place...

Hartley Fowler Chartered Accountants are a local firm of Chartered Accountants and Tax Advisors. We focus on helping our clients pay no more tax than they need to – it’s as simple as that. With offices in the heart of Wimbledon, our team supports many local businesses and individuals with a wide range of accountancy and tax advice. Regardless of industry sector, we’re passionate about what we do for our clients. We offer safe, reliable expertise delivered with clarity and perspective. Our...

We are a Business Improvement District (BID) established in 2012 supporting a thriving community of 600 businesses in Wimbledon Town Centre. Love Wimbledon is the voice of businesses in the BID, with an ambition that Wimbledon continues to be an evolving town centre where businesses thrive, people visit and communities engage. We create better places, spaces and experiences, promote and support businesses within the BID, and are working towards a greener and more sustainable town centre.

We are delighted to be supporting the Merton Best Business Awards this year, these awards are a great opportunity to celebrate the business community in Merton. At Qudo we are about providing Cloud based Communications and Collaboration services that allow our customers to operate their businesses as they need.  Whether working from the office, working from home or Hybrid Working, our applications and services offer solutions for all. We offer 30 day contracts that can be set up within minutes...

South West London’s premier theatrical venue, New Wimbledon Theatre has been an iconic Wimbledon landmark since 1910. With a year-round programme of musicals, comedy, family shows, dance, drama, and our legendary pantomime, it also houses the Studio, where new writers, comedians, and producers bring our former ballroom to life. The theatre plays an active role in the community, partnering with leading organisations on events throughout the year.

As a top 100 UK accounting practice, we pride ourselves in providing expertise and advice on UK tax. We specifically work with private and corporate clients from local, national and international locations who are looking for an advisor with knowledge to navigate the UK’s complex tax systems. We believe strongly in the taxpayer’s ethical right to arrange their financial affairs, within the law, to minimise their tax liability. Alongside our taxation services the firm offers accounting, audit,...

Since 1999, Gem & Co Financial Services Ltd has provided bespoke independent financial planning to clients in Wimbledon, Merton, and beyond. Passionate about helping clients plan for the life they want, they ensure financial confidence. Their expert Financial Planners, supported by a dynamic Client Services team, deliver advice with clarity and commitment. As a Chartered and Accredited firm, they are proud to support the Merton Best Business Awards.

Wimbledon Quarter is a new neighbourhood hub for SW19, providing a destination space in which to shop, train, eat and work. Formerly Centre Court Shopping Centre, Wimbledon Quarter underwent a major refurbishment in 2023 with the installation of a new retractable roof, a spacious courtyard for community events and a superb new entrance onto Queens Road, providing easier pedestrian access. Home to popular high street brands such as M&S Simply Food, Boots, Oliver Bonas, Superdrug, Smiggle...