It was a night of celebration, recognition and game-changing achievements as Rachel Green was named Champion of Champions at the prestigious 2025 Eat Game Awards.
Known for her unwavering passion and advocacy for game meat, Rachel’s tireless work across social media, events and within her community earned her the top honour, sponsored by the British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC).
Although she narrowly missed out on the Best Chef award, Rachel’s relentless championing of game meat and dedication to promoting its benefits made her the undisputed winner of the night’s biggest accolade.
“I just can’t believe it, said Rachel. “It means so much to me to win this award after 40 years of really really hard work.
“My father introduced me to the world of shooting, from a very early age, and the comradeship that goes within that and most importantly eating everything you shoot.
“I have so many memories of that, the countryside and shooting and all of the people involved and that has been my inspiration.
“That and my son Ollie, who has encouraged me every step of the way, but I just can’t believe I have won.”
Held in the stunning Soane Hall, Marylebone, the ninth annual Eat Game Awards was an evening filled with glitz, glamour and a celebration of the best in the industry.
With a mix of first-time finalists and returning champions, the event showcased the growing influence and appreciation of game meat.
Several familiar faces returned to claim victory once again, with Mark Kempson retaining his title as Best Chef, Cai Ap Bryn once again winning Best Influencer, and Maisebrooke Farm Shop securing the Best Small Retailer award for a second year in a row.
It was also a standout night for Ragley Estate – named Best Butcher – just months before it prepares to host The Game Fair in July.
BASC’s executive director of conservation, Matt Ellis added: “The Eat Game Awards not only celebrate those making an impact within the industry but also highlight the increasing demand and appreciation for game meat.
“Each year, we see more entries, more new faces and a growing public interest in the incredible businesses and individuals championing game.
“The work we do in educating and promoting game meat is essential, and it’s inspiring to see so many others sharing the message with such passion and dedication.”
Best Small Retailer (Sponsored by Bramhalls)
🥇 Winner: Maisebrooke Farm Shop
🥈 Runner-up: Jahama Venison
🥈 Runner-up: The Wild Meat Company
Best Multiple Retailer (Sponsored by The Game Fair)
🥇 Winner: Farmison
🥈 Runner-up: Marks & Spencer
🥈 Runner-up: Waitrose
Best Added Value (Sponsored by Tarrant Refrigeration)
🥇 Winner: The Inn Collection Group
🥈 Runner-up: Truly Traceable
🥈 Runner-up: Turnbull’s Northumbrian Food Hall
Best Game Influencer (Sponsored by GunsOnPegs)
🥇 Winner: Cai Ap Bryn
🥈 Runner-up: Amie Battams
🥈 Runner-up: Celine Peniston-Bird
Best Game Educator (Sponsored by Promotion Products Limited)
🥇 Winner: Scott Rea
🥈 Runner-up: Joe Mann – Queen’s College Taunton
🥈 Runner-up: Judith Hudson – Coleg Cambria
Best Game Butcher (Sponsored by Rural Sports)
🥇 Winner: Ragley Estate
🥈 Runner-up: Dartmoor Deer Services
🥈 Runner-up: Wild Game Meat Ltd
Best Restaurant / Pub (Sponsored by Weber)
🥇 Winner: The Bildeston Crown
🥈 Runner-up: The Caddy Mann
🥈 Runner-up: The Angel at Watlington
Best Game Cook/Chef (Sponsored by Equantiis)
🥇 Winner: Mark Kempson
🥈 Runner-up: Rachel Gisby
🥈 Runner-up: Rachel Green
Champion of Champion 2025 (Sponsored by BASC)
🏆 Rachel Green
With new winners, returning champions, and a clear message that the appetite for game meat continues to grow, the 2025 Eat Game Awards proved once again why they are the premier event for recognising excellence in the industry.
For more information about the Eat Game Awards and to stay updated on next year’s event, visit www.eatgame.co.uk.
