The host for next year’s British Conveyancing Awards has been confirmed as impressionist, comedian and actor Jon Culshaw.
Culshaw is a master of comedic guise, and widely regarded as Britain’s best impressionist. An accomplished actor, comedian and voiceover artist, he has appeared in Spitting Image, Dead Ringers, The Sky at Night, Horrible Histories and C4’s RTS Award winning drama Partygate. A popular live performer, Culshaw’s recent tour, Imposter Syndrome and Dead Ringers Live: The 25th Anniversary, received rave reviews. He will star in The London Palladium’s pantomime this Christmas.
Now in their sixth year, the British Conveyancing Awards recognise and celebrate the incredible work individuals, firms and organisations up and down the country who contribute to the success of the conveyancing sector. Having been hosted in London for the past four years, the 2026 ceremony will move to the iconic Manchester Cathedral on 12th March 2026. Environmental data and property due diligence search provider Groundsure returns as headline sponsor.
The entry deadline for the awards is Monday 1st December; firms can enter up to 3x categories for a rate of £169 +VAT; a separate single category entry rate of £89 +VAT is also available. Final submissions are due by Monday 8th December at the latest. Each category has stringent criteria against which the panel of expert judges, drawn from across the property sector, will assess the submission.
Enter the British Conveyancing Awards 2026 now.
Each year the categories are reviewed and fine-tuned to ensure they remain relevant; alongside the return of popular categories including ‘Best Place to Work’, ‘Conveyancing Firm of the Year’, and ‘Conveyancer of the Year’, 2026 sees the introduction of three brand new categories:
- Commercial Property Team of the Year
- Partner of the Year
- Property Commentator of the Year
The Property Commentator category has been introduced to capture the voices of people who contribute to the discourse of the sector, whether through on or offline news, social media, webinars, podcasts, discussing market machinations, offering helpful commentary, and delivering insight and expertise across the conveyancing and property sector for professionals and consumers alike.
All the categories and criteria can be seen here.
Commenting on their continued support for the awards, Malcolm Smith, CEO at headline sponsor Groundsure, said:
“We are absolutely thrilled to once again be the headline sponsor of the British Conveyancing Awards 2026 in what is a very iconic venue in Manchester. These awards are a fantastic celebration of the innovation, expertise, and dedication within the conveyancing profession.
“At Groundsure, we know how central conveyancing professionals are to giving clients clarity, confidence, and peace of mind in what is often the biggest transaction of their lives. Supporting these awards is a natural extension of our commitment to the sector – providing market-leading environmental and climate data, alongside the tools and resources that help firms deliver the very best due diligence and client care.
“We are proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of individuals and firms across the industry, and we look forward to an inspiring evening that shines a spotlight on the talent and resilience that continue to drive the profession forward.”
Key dates and timings:
- Standard entry closes: Monday 1st December 2025
- Submission deadline: Monday 8th December
- Finalists announced: w/c 2nd February
- The British Conveyancing Awards & Gala Dinner: Thursday 12th March 2026
The British Conveyancing Awards is a well-established part of the legal calendar and a mark of excellence for conveyancers and firms up and down the country. Winners and finalists proudly display their achievements on websites, social media channels, emails and in printed collateral.
With the awards submissions drawing on evidence across a stringent range of criteria, including customer reviews, success is an important indicator of public trust.
For queries related to entries, please contact Today’s Media on 0330 1000 839 or email awards@todaysconveyancer.co.uk.
For sponsorship information please contact Donna Opie on 0330 1000 839 or email donna.opie@todaysmedia.co.uk.
