The Vegan Choice Awards | The World's Most Prestigious Vegan Award Program
A UK-based programme certifying vegan products, services, eateries, and advocates through free application and seal-licence purchase.
Themes
Vegan Products
Vegan Services
Vegan Eateries
Vegan Advocacy
Vegan Books
Audience
Vegan Brands
Product Makers
Service Providers
Eateries
Advocates
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Frequency
Ongoing
Since
Entry Type
Entry Fees
£150 onwards
Location
UK
Updated 28 July 2025
The Vegan Choice Awards is a UK-based recognition programme that certifies vegan products, services, eateries, and advocates through an evaluation process followed by optional paid licensing for award seals.
- Eligibility & Scope: Open to vegan products, services, or eateries that are commercially available and meet relevant safety and compliance standards. Prototypes and unpublished items are not accepted.
- Application & Fees: Entry is free. Winners can choose from optional seal packages ranging from £150 to £300, which include usage rights and promotional materials.
- Evaluation Process: Applications are reviewed for eligibility, followed by blind testing or review by at least three evaluators. Final decisions are made by the Head Evaluator and CEO.
- Recognition & Benefits: Winners receive a digital award seal, social media announcement assets, website listing, CEO endorsement, and blog features, offering lasting visibility and credibility.
- Categories: Recognizes excellence in a wide range of categories including vegan food, meat and dairy alternatives, snacks, sauces, services, eateries, books, and advocacy.
- Organizers: Run by Vegan Choice Awards, based in Southampton, UK. The programme is led by Louise Jane, a certified nutritionist, alongside a team of professionals from health, business, and marketing backgrounds.
- Timing & Frequency: Applications are accepted throughout the year, with decisions typically communicated within two weeks of submitting required materials.
- Global Reach: Open to international applicants, with winners featured on the website, blog, and social platforms. Many global vegan brands have participated and been recognized.
The Vegan Choice Awards provides an accessible, transparent path for vegan brands and businesses to gain certification and visibility in a growing global market.