The SME Surrey Business Awards is delighted to announce Soulspace at The Boathouse as a Platinum Sponsor for the 2026 awards, demonstrating their commitment to recognising and celebrating the outstanding businesses that drive Surrey’s thriving economy.

As part of their sponsorship, Soulspace at The Boathouse will proudly support two prestigious award categories:

  • Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism Business of the Year
  • Family Business of the Year

These categories celebrate businesses that have demonstrated exceptional performance, innovation, customer service, and resilience. From outstanding hospitality venues and tourism experiences to family-run enterprises that have built lasting legacies, these awards recognise the organisations making a significant impact across Surrey.

In addition to their Platinum Sponsorship, Soulspace at The Boathouse will also be bringing valuable industry expertise to the judging process. Joining the judging panel are:

  • Charlotte Meins, Co-Founder and Director
  • Jessica Meins, Co-Founder and Creative Director
  • Justyna Cichocka, General Manager of Hospitality and Events

Their combined experience across hospitality, events, customer experience, business development, and brand creation will provide invaluable insight when selecting this year’s deserving winners.

 

About Soulspace at the Boathouse

Soulspace at The Boathouse is a design-led coworking, meeting and events space set on the banks of the River Wey in Guildford, Surrey. Created to bring together work, wellbeing and community, Soulspace offers flexible memberships, beautifully designed meeting rooms and a versatile riverside venue for corporate events, private hire, pop-ups and weddings.

Founded by sisters Jessica and Charlotte Meins, the business was built with a clear vision: to create a space where people feel nourished to do their best work and connect meaningfully. Today, Soulspace supports a growing community of freelancers, founders and businesses, alongside hosting organisations for strategy days, away days and client events.
With a focus on thoughtful design, warm hospitality and purposeful connection, Soulspace is redefining how people experience work and gathering. It champions excellence in experience, nurtures a thriving community and continues to evolve with ambition, shaping a space that supports both individual growth and the wider business landscape.