RIBA are delighted to announce the 2025 South Awards celebration, taking place at Bombay Sapphire Distillery on Wednesday 21 May.
RIBA South Awards celebration is a fantastic opportunity for members, their design teams, and the wider built environment community to come together, celebrate achievements, and enjoy networking in a unique and inspiring setting.
Programme
6:30pm Arrival and welcome drinks
6:40pm Street food dining experience*
8pm Awards presentations
9pm Networking
*Alongside the dining experience, there will be an opportunity to talk to two of Bombay Sapphire's tour guides to learn more about the site.
About the celebration
Set in the beautiful Hampshire countryside, Bombay Sapphire Distillery provides a stunning backdrop for the RIBA South Awards 2025. Conveniently located, the venue is accessible by road and rail. The nearest train stations are Overton Station (2 miles away) and Basingstoke Station (12 miles away), both with direct links to London Waterloo.
For those traveling by car, the venue is easily accessible via the M3 (Junction 6) and the A303 with parking available on-site.
Dress code: Semi-formal/Cocktail
Dietary requirements: Please indicate any dietary requirements on the registration form
Accessibility: If you have any special access needs or have any questions about attending, please contact riba.sse@riba.org
Transportation links
Due to the rural location of the venue, those wishing to arrive and depart via taxi are strongly urged to book in advance. Recommended taxi services include:
- Andover: Andover Cars - 01264 336633
- Basingstoke: Alpha Cars - 01256 844444
- Winchester: Winchester Taxi Co - 07919 181403
- Newbury: Cabco - 01635 33333
Accommodation
Attendees will need to book their own accommodation if staying overnight. Nearby options include:
- Watership Down Inn (0.8 miles)
- Oakley Hall Hotel (4.6 miles)
- Norton Park Hotel, Spa & Manor House (7.0 miles)
- Lainston House (15 miles)
About RIBA Regional Awards
Judged and presented locally, RIBA Regional Awards celebrate excellence in architecture across the UK.
Winning projects showcase innovation and high-quality design, with a focus on creating spaces that enhance and improve people’s lives.
Join us as we celebrate architectural excellence in the South region with our 10 shortlisted practices and their projects.
RIBA South Building of the Year award is sponsored by: EH Smith
RIBA Sustainability Awards are sponsored by: Autodesk
