The finalists in the 14 categories of the Ackrill Media Group Business Awards have been announced, and the Harrogate International Festival is amongst the finalists that represent the very best in business across the district.

An amazing 130 entries were received for the awards, from both fledgling businesses to well-known large companies, and from businessmen and women working in a variety of sectors.

The Harrogate International Festival has been shorlisted for the Business Tourism Award sponsored by the Harrogate International Center. Other businesses shorlisted for this category are Hotel du Vin and Mashamshire Community Office.

The winners will be announced at a gala awards dinner on Thursday March 29, at the Majestic Hotel in Harrogate.