Entry submissions must address the following criteria:

• Provide details of the venue that you are submitting a nomination for (max 100 words)
• Outline key activity at the venue this year, including shows and examples of performing artists (max 200 words)
• Outline any improvements, innovation or new initiatives at the venue this year that have improved its contribution to audiences or the live music business overall (max 300 words)
• How has the venue contributed to its local community during 2025? (max 300 words)
• What is it about this venue that stands out as an example of best practice within the Grassroots sector which others look towards? (300 max)
• Any endorsements from clients or others in the business that you would like to share (not mandatory – max 300 words)