A catering enterprise based in South Oxfordshire has earned nationwide acclaim within its sector.

Connect Catering, situated at Hithercroft Court in Wallingford, achieved finalist status at the 2026 Contract Catering Awards, with employee Sally Allen selected as a candidate in the Business and Industry Award division.

These accolades honour outstanding performance, innovation, and remarkable achievements across Britain’s contract catering profession.

Victoria Murrell, chief executive officer of Connect Catering, commented that the company was delighted to receive recognition at the 2026 Contract Catering Awards, with Sally progressing to the finalist stage representing an outstanding achievement that reflected the commitment, passion, and expertise consistently demonstrated by the entire workforce.

Connect Catering functions as an independent, family-run company established in 1989.

The enterprise provides catering services to commercial premises, independent educational institutions, and healthcare settings throughout the United Kingdom.

It has built a reputation for offering meals prepared from scratch alongside attentive service delivered through a personalised approach.

The Contract Catering Awards ceremony took place in the capital during March, bringing together leading companies from across the country.

Sally Allen’s advancement to finalist standing highlights the commitment and competence of the Connect Catering team.

The company takes pride in cultivating enduring relationships with customers and maintaining high standards across all aspects of its activities.

Its employees focus on creating pleasurable dining experiences for employees, pupils, residents, and visitors.

This recognition confirms that Wallingford is home to flourishing enterprises.