SPONSORS
Cumbria Woman of the Year is in its’ thirty-sixth-year, and we couldn’t be prouder of the women who have earned the title over those years, or of those who have been nominated for the award.
With social media becoming a routine part of everyday life, we are grateful for the platform and the way it reveals so many wonderful people, causes and achievements in our county. It allows us to expand our reach and highlight those achievements by honouring the amazing women behind the accomplishments.
Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) brings together the best of the UK’s expertise in radioactive waste management, offering solutions across preparation and planning, treatment and packaging, and disposal. NWS’ vision is to make nuclear waste permanently safe, sooner, protecting people and the environment today and taking responsibility for future generations.
Nuclear Waste Services is proud to once again sponsor the Cumbria Woman of the Year category at the 2026 Cumbria Women of the Year Awards.
Across Cumbria, inspirational women are making a lasting difference through their dedication, compassion and leadership. We are honoured to support the recognition of their achievements and to celebrate the positive impact they make within our communities.
Everyone at NWS offers sincere congratulations to all those nominated and thanks them for their outstanding contributions. Their commitment and achievements continue to make Cumbria a place to be proud of.
Graham Sponsors Service to the Community
GRAHAM is a privately-owned, national construction and development company with a £1.125bn turnover, operating from a network of 17 regional offices throughout the UK and Ireland and employing a workforce of 2,500. We have been established in Cumbria for over a decade working for both the nuclear industry and hospitals throughout the NHS.
We pride ourselves on our people development strategy that has contributed to our success as a business and is predicated on a culture of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect. The substantial investments we have made in the skills and development of our people and our supply chain has been recognised by Investors in People (IIP) for the third consecutive term with the reaccreditation in 2024 of “We invest in Wellbeing Platinum” and “Investor in Diversity Gold” standards.
People are also at the heart of communities. Our Group’s guiding principle is “delivering lasting impact,” and we have generated £767.4m Social Economic Return on Investment (SROI) in the last 3 years. We are delighted to sponsor the Community Service award at the Cumbria Women of the Year Awards 2026.
Muckle LLP Sponsors Outstanding Contribution
As one of the leading local law firms for businesses, Muckle LLP is delighted to sponsor Cumbria’s Women of the Year Awards. At Muckle, we are all about trust, teamwork, responsibility, and care; values that extend beyond our legal services and into our community engagement. We are thrilled to have achieved Investors in People ‘Platinum’ status, ranking 6th in the world for law firms accredited across 75 countries.
In late 2023, we proudly became the first Certified B Corporation© law firm in the North East and Cumbria, joining a global community of over 7,800 purpose-led organisations. Additionally, since 2002, we have donated 1% of our annual profits to the Muckle Fund at the Community Foundation, totalling over £780,000 in grants to local charities and organisations (as of April 2026).
Sponsoring the Outstanding Contribution Award at the Women of the Year Awards aligns perfectly with our values. We are excited to celebrate the remarkable achievements of women in Cumbria and showcase their incredible contributions to our community.
Dodd & Co Sponsors Special Achievement
Dodd & Co is a leading firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers, founded in 1981 and proudly rooted in Cumbria. With offices in Carlisle and Penrith, the firm supports businesses and individuals locally, regionally and across the UK with practical, forward‑thinking advice.
The firm offers a comprehensive range of services including accountancy, audit, tax compliance and planning, payroll, business advisory, financial advice, insolvency and specialist sector support. Dodd & Co works with clients across a wide variety of industries, combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of commercial realities to help organisations grow, adapt and succeed.
Known for its people‑focused approach, Dodd & Co builds long‑term relationships based on trust, clarity and personal service. The firm is committed to developing its team, embracing technology and delivering meaningful advice that helps clients achieve their ambitions with confidence.
Grateful thanks to Sue and Ant from Hunter HR for sponsoring the drinks package.
Charity Of The Year:
Jigsaw, Cumbria’s Children’s Hospice, supports babies, children and young adults living with life‑limiting conditions, offering person-centred care to each child and supports their family, friends and carers. The specialist team provides respite and short breaks in a home-from-home setting, as well as compassionate end‑of‑life care, and ongoing emotional support before and after bereavement. Jigsaw offers opportunities and experiences families may not have had otherwise, and helps children feel cared for, understood and supported throughout their lifetime.