We recently hosted our annual meeting, in which we gave out awards to businesses as voted for by the people of Putney. We received hundreds of votes with so many positive things said about lots of businesses here in Putney. Each category has 3 winners (apart from our social media award), as they were so close.
Service with a smile
Putney is blessed with super friendly service establishments who care intensely about serving their customers. This years winners are all long established businesses with lots of experience in caring for customer needs. Husbands Pharmacy is one of the oldest pharmacies in London and has been looking after people in Putney since 1891. Putney Library, another winner, open since 1899. Our final winner in the category was Allan Fuller, who celebrated 40 years in business earlier this year.
Favourite Fitness Experience
Putney loves to keep fit. This was a tight category with lots of votes across a wide range of fitness places. Studio Pilates, Hotpod Yoga and Energie fitness were your winners. Want to try them out? You can try unlimited yoga at hotpod for 2 weeks for £20 or 6 classes for £60 at Studio Pilates. Energie Fitness is the best value gym in Putney at just £29.99 per month.
Best Window Display
These businesses go the extra mile to adorn their windows. Oliver Bonas, Shop from Crisis and Waterstones are your favourites. Make sure you have a look at their windows next time you are passing.
Retailer of the Year 2024
The retail scene in Putney is full of independent and national retailers. This was reflected in the award winning businesses in the retailer of the year category. Congratulations to The Source – an innovative zero waste and bulk food shop, High Street Favourites Oliver Bonas and Blabar, an independent retailer and coffee shop.
Cup of Coffee Award
There are an abundance of coffee shops in Putney to choose from and it’s no surprise that this category was a close one. Artisan, Monies and Harvey’s Bakehouse all came out on top. All three are conveniently located on Upper Richmond Road.
Newcomer Award
There have been lots of new and exciting openings in Putney this year. The Railway, opened in September 2023 and restored the building to it’s original pub charm. The original Railway pub had been in the same building since 1889! Only open since December, Studio Arts Cafe has taken Putney by storm. Visit for kids camps, arts & crafts as well as delicious coffee and cakes. Base Face Pizza are the pizza place to visit in South West London. Open in Putney since Feb, their pizza has become a Putney Favourite.
Most Popular Pamper
Hairdressers, Nail Salons, Barber Shops and Beauty were all included in this category. Congratulations to Mancave Barbers, Headmasters and Edward James for being this years winners.
Student Experience Award
We asked students, particularly from the University of Roehampton to tell us their favourite student spots. Putney Pies may be known for their delicious food but head into the vault where you’ll find DJ’s to help you dance the night away. Tequila Mockingbird is the place to go for Happy Hour cocktails, best sipped from their outdoor terrace with views of the river. Alternatively, visit Le Fez for their unique clubbing atmosphere, open ’til 4am, Fridays and Saturdays.
Favourite Dish in Putney
There were so many favourite dishes voted for in Putney. Just some of the dishes mentioned included the Sourdough bread from Harvey’s Bakehouse, East Putney Tavern’s Roasts, Katsu Curry from Wagamama’s and Greggs Sausage Rolls. In the end, the steak at Roxie’s, Cheeky Pineapple Pizza from Base Face Pizza and the Shrimp Burger from Home SW15 were this categories winners.
Most Engaging Social Media
Allan Fuller and Home SW15 are your favourite social accounts. Allan Fuller‘s accounts are dedicated to showing off properties in the Putney area with a lot of local history included as well. Home SW15 engage their followers posting their dishes as well as humorous reels about working in the hospitality business. Make sure to give them a follow!