Stax Trade Centres are proud to be named the Headline Sponsor of the Grafters Awards 2025, celebrating excellence across the UK’s construction and property sectors.
Published 2nd April 2025

As a business built from hard work and dedication, Stax is proud of its grafter roots. Our no-nonsense approach, commitment to quality, and customer-first values align perfectly with the ethos of the Grafters Super Groups. These networking and referral groups bring together key players from the built environment—many of whom are current or potential Stax customers and suppliers.
About Grafters Super Groups
Grafters Super Groups are fortnightly networking groups for specialist suppliers and contractors in the construction and property industries. With a mix of in-person and online meetings, these structured events help generate qualified business referrals and build long-term relationships across the sector.
Every member or guest is actively working on live projects—making it a high-value environment for those looking to connect and grow their network within the built environment.
The Grafters Awards 2025
Date: Thursday, 4th December 2025
Venue: Mercure Piccadilly Hotel, Manchester
Host: Jenny Powell
Attendees: 400+ guests | 80+ companies
Categories Include: Best Electrical Contractor, Best Plumbing & Heating Contractor, Best Commercial Decorating Contractor – and many more.
With nominations opening on 5th September, and voting starting 24th October, this year's awards promise to be bigger than ever.
This partnership also includes the launch of Stax-hosted Grafters Super Groups at each of our branches Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, and Glasgow – driving regular engagement and footfall into our centres. More information to follow in the next week or two.
This 3-year commitment underpins our belief in the value of building strong, local business relationships. We’re looking forward to meeting, recognising, and celebrating the very best of the industry.
Learn more at: www.grafterssupergroups.co.uk/thegraftersawards
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