From a single crystal award for a retiring director to a full set of trophies for your annual awards dinner, we find the right award for the moment and the budget, then personalise it with your logo, names and wording. Tell us what you are celebrating and we will come back with a hand-picked shortlist, visuals and a quote.
The material sets the tone. Crystal says prestige, wood says sustainability, acrylic lets you go bold with colour and shape. Here is how the main types compare and when to choose each one.
Optical crystal is heavy, flawless and catches the light, so it feels special the moment it is handed over. It can be laser engraved on the surface, deep-etched, colour filled or engraved in 3D inside the block.
Glass gives the clean, premium look of crystal at a lighter price, which makes it ideal when you need a larger set. Jade glass, frosted and colour-printed finishes are all possible, and shapes range from towers and stars to freestanding blocks.
Acrylic can be cut to almost any shape, including your logo outline, and printed in full colour. It is light and shatter resistant, so it travels well and posts safely, and recycled acrylic options are available.
The classic trophy cup, in silver, gold or bronze finishes, with an engraved plate on the base. Perpetual trophies can carry a new winner's name each year, with smaller keeper trophies to take home.
Natural wood and fast-growing bamboo give a warm, understated finish and laser engrave beautifully. Responsibly sourced timber and plastic-free packaging make them a natural fit for organisations with sustainability goals.
Medals are made to be worn and photographed, so every finisher or participant goes home with something. They can be die-cast in a custom shape, enamel filled, or made from wood, on a printed ribbon or lanyard in your colours.
Plaques sit on a desk or hang on the wall, so the recognition stays visible every day. Wood, glass and acrylic plaques can carry a photo, logo or certificate-style wording, and a shared wall plaque can list every winner over the years.
Crystal globes, cubes, diamonds and sculpted shapes can hold a 3D laser-engraved model of your logo, product or building inside the glass. Add a lit base and the engraving glows.
Photos are examples of each award style.
| Type | Look and feel | Personalisation | Ideal when | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal | Heavy, brilliant, prestigious | Laser engraving, deep etch, colour fill, 3D inner engraving | The award has to feel like the top prize | £££ |
| Glass | Clean and elegant | Sandblast, laser engraving, colour print | You need many categories to look consistent | ££ |
| Acrylic | Bold, colourful, any shape | Full-colour UV print, custom cut shapes | You want your brand shape or colours, or need to post them | £–££ |
| Metal trophy | Traditional, celebratory | Engraved plates, personalised bases | Sport, competition or a perpetual trophy | £–£££ |
| Wood and bamboo | Warm, natural, sustainable | Laser engraving, inlaid plates | Sustainability matters to you or your winners | £–££ |
| Medals | Wearable, photo-friendly | Custom shape, enamel, printed ribbon | Everyone taking part gets recognised | £ |
| Plaques | Lasting, on display | Engraving, photo or full-colour print | Recognition should stay on the wall or desk | £–££ |
Describe the occasion and the kind of award you have in mind. A real person will reply with recommendations, visuals and prices, usually the same working day. No obligation.
Yes. Send us the list of names and categories, in an email or a spreadsheet, and we will personalise every award individually and send a visual to check before engraving.
Optical crystal is denser and clearer than glass, so it looks brighter and feels heavier. Glass gives a very similar clean look at a lower cost, which suits larger sets. Many clients use crystal for the top award and glass for the other categories.
Yes. Acrylic and wood can be cut to a custom outline, and crystal can carry a 3D engraving of your logo inside the block. Send us your logo file and we will advise what works best.
Yes. Wood and bamboo awards, recycled acrylic and recycled glass options are available, with plastic-free presentation packaging. Tell us if sustainability matters and we will only recommend greener options.
It depends on the material, quantity and personalisation. Tell us your event date on the form and we will confirm the timing on your quote. If the winners are announced late, we can prepare the awards in advance and add the names at the end.
Yes. We can send awards to one address for the ceremony or to individual winners across the UK. Shatter-resistant acrylic and boxed awards are the safest choice for posting.
