Photos from the Forth Awards: Winners, backstage and more

All the best moments from the amazing award show

Author: Hazel ScottPublished 23rd Jun 2022
Last updated 24th Jun 2022

The Forth Awards with St James Quarter made a spectacular return today (Thursday 23rd June) to celebrate the best in music and local heroes in a sold-out show at Usher Hall. Presented by the wonderful Boogie and Arlene, this year's event is certainly one to remember!

To make the award show even more exciting, all of the nominees and performers were kept a secret until the day. We announced all of the winners and performing artists right here as well as on our social media pages as it happened.

Find out everything you need to know about the Forth Awards including times, how to get to the Usher Hall and ticket information here, or keep reading to see all the best moments from the day.

Who won awards at the Forth Awards 2022?

This year, awards were given across 10 categories and shortlisted nominees and winners were announced throughout the night.

Check out the photos of all of our amazing winners!

The Forth Charity Volunteer of the Year Award with Newtown Refurbishments - Keith Armour

Keith was given this award to celebrate his incredible charity work. Since 2016, Keith has raised over £315,000 for Children's Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS).
Keith doesn't currently work as he is the primary carer for his 7 year old daughter who is type 1 diabetic and he also suffers with depression and anxiety.
Keith has also raised funds and awareness for: Marie Curie, Smile for Life, Make a Wish and he volunteers at Dogs Trust West Calder too.
Keith also runs a mental health group called Reach Out Talk Out in Livingston, which offers peer support groups for men and women.
In 2017 Keith was recognised by the Prime Minister Theresa May for his charity work by being appointed with a Points of Light Award. Then in 2019 Keith was invited to 10 Downing Street to meet Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

The Forth Best Teacher Award with Fuse - Emma St Clair

Emma has made a hugley positive impact while teaching at Colinton Primary School for over 30 years. She encourages by example, has an incredible way of building confidence and always makes learning fun.
Throughout her career, Emma has been the 'soil' to the children she teaches where she has nourished, nurtured and protected them as well as feeding them with the knowledge and skills they need to survive in life. She is well-thought of by the whole-school community
One of the entries on her nomination said 'She is a phenomenal person who loves the job she does and the kids love her in return.'

The Forth Best Artist Award with Victor Paris - Callum Beattie

Scottish singer Callum Beattie put on a spectacular performance at Forth Awards 2022 and also picked up The Forth Best Artist Award with Victor Paris Bathrooms!

The Forth Fringe Award with Multrees Walk - Daniel Sloss

Comedian Daniel Sloss joined us at the Forth Awards with St James Quarter to collect The Forth Fringe Award with Multrees Walk!


He was awarded by fellow comedian Craig Hill!

he Forth Cash For Kids Award with Newtown Decor - Paul Hunter

Paul Hunter won The Forth Cash For Kids Award with Newtown Decor for his amazing fundraising work for the charity over the years!

The Forth Best Restaurant Award with Heritage Portfolio - Prahna Indian Grill

The Forth Best Restaurant Award with Heritage Portfolio went to Prahna Indian Grill!
As well as serving up rustic Indian cuisine to Scotland's capital, they provided free food to vulnerable people and nearly 3,000 free meals to NHS staff during the pandemic.

The Forth Visitor Attraction Award with Media Works - Edinburgh Zoo

The Forth Visitor Attraction Award with Media Works went to Edinburgh Zoo! The award was presented by Cat Harvey and accepted by Lisa Robshaw on behalf of the zoo.

The Forth Local Hero Award with Edinburgh Evening New - Steven Carr

Founder and chairman of Dnipro Kids, Steven Carr, picked up The Forth Local Hero Award with Edinburgh Evening News at the Forth Awards 2022 for the commendable work he has done to help Ukrainian orphans through the charity.

The Forth Icon Awards with Edinburgh Playhouse - Tony Hadley

Singer Tony Hadley wowed us with a fantastic performance and also bagged The Forth Icon Awards with Edinburgh Playhouse while at the Forth Awards!

The Forth Music Recognition Award with The Liquid Rooms - Heather Small

Music legend Heather Small picked up The Forth Music Recognition Award with The Liquid Rooms, and closed the Forth Awards 2022 with St James Quarter with an unbelievable show!

Who performed at the Forth Awards 2022?

Forth Awards 2022 saw amazing performances from Vula, Callum Beattie, Wet Wet Wet, The Eves, Tony Hadley and Heather Small!

Take a look through some of the performance photos from the event! More photos and videos to come soon!

Vula performing at Forth Awards 2022


Tony Hadley performing at Forth Awards 2022


Heather Small performing at Forth Awards 2022


The Eves performing at Forth Awards 2022


Callum Beattie performing at Forth Awards 2022


Wet Wet Wet performing at Forth Awards 2022


Check out the backstage photos from the Forth Awards 2022:

Including some warm-up acts, celebs backstage and photos of the amazing crowd at the Forth Awards 2022!

Getting ready for Forth Awards 2022


Outside Forth Awards 2022


Forth Awards 2022 stage


Callum Gallagher DJing at Forth Awards 2022


Warming up the crowd before the Forth Awards


The Eves at the Forth Awards!


Vula at the Forth Awards!


Heather Small at Forth Awards 2022


Wet Wet Wet at Forth Awards 2022


Tony Hadley at Forth Awards 2022


The stage from the crowd


The crowd at the Forth Awards 2022


The crowd at the Forth Awards 2022


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Look back at all the best moments from the Forth Awards on our social media accounts!

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How can I listen to Forth 1?

There are a number of ways you can listen to Forth 1, you can find us on your good old traditional radio - we're on FM & DAB.

You can listen here on our website, download our free app for iPhone and Android, or ask your Smart Speaker to 'play Forth 1'.

How can I listen to Forth 2?

There are lots of ways you can listen to Forth 2, you can find us on your good old traditional radio.

You can listen here on our website, download our free app for iPhone and Android, or ask your Smart Speaker to 'play Forth 2'.

How can I download the Forth 1 and Forth 2 app?

Keep up to date and listen back to all of the shows on Forth 1 and Forth 2 in the Radio Forth app.

Download the Radio Forth app for iOS on the App Store

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How to listen to Forth 1:

For great music and incredible competitions tune into Forth 1 on 97.3, DAB, online, on the Rayo app, or say ‘Play FORTH 1’ to your Smart Speaker. You’ll find new favourites every day and hear the songs you've missed from the last few years. From Boogie In The Morning, to Garry and Steven getting you home after work, we play you the biggest hits from the world's hottest artists.