Picture special of all the winners at the Spirit of Corby Awards 2025

Of the 11 awards, nine were decided by a public vote in categories covering all aspects of life in the town.

Winners included volunteers working across the community providing social activities and support to residents.

The youngest recipient was seven-year-old Jessica Davison who bravely kept her cool to raise help from paramedics for her mother who had suffered a seizure.

Mum Emma Colquhoun dedicated her Creative Spirit Award to her daughter Hallie, who died in a road crash. Emma has taken on Hallie's dream of opening a dance school.

In addition to the awards, the event also saw a live performance from One Love Social Club, while a raffle for themMayor’s charities, Lakelands Hospice and Home-Start Corby, raised just over £1,000.

Leader of Corby Town Council, Cllr Simon Rielly said: “What a great night at the Spirit of Corby celebrating our town, its spirit and all the amazing people who make it such a special place. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to such a fantastic evening. Your passion and hard work truly showcased the best of our community.”

Corby Town Council would like to thank all nominees and attendees, all sponsors and contributors, including VOCO Rockingham Forest Hotel and JTS Events.

Pictures by Simon Munday Photography.