We’ve Been Nominated: Five National Search Award Shortlistings!

We’re absolutely thrilled to share that HookedOnMedia has been nominated five times at this year’s UK Search Awards. As a small, Cornwall based digital marketing agency, being recognised on a national stage alongside some of the UK’s biggest and most innovative brands is an incredible milestone for our team.

The UK Search Awards are widely regarded as some of the most prestigious in the digital marketing industry. They celebrate excellence, innovation, and effectiveness in search marketing, including SEO, PPC, and content marketing. For over a decade, the awards have recognised the outstanding achievements of agencies and in-house teams who are pushing boundaries and delivering real results for their clients.

Being shortlisted five times is not just a reflection of our campaigns, but also a testament to the passion, creativity, and expertise of our close-knit, fully remote team. Our ambition and dedication allow us to compete nationally and deliver meaningful results for our clients.

Our Five Nominations

We’re delighted to have received nominations across a variety of categories, showcasing the range of our skills and the diversity of clients we support across Cornwall, from Newquay and Truro to St Austell and Bodmin.

Best Use of Search – Travel / Leisure (PPC)

Client: Beach Retreats

For Beach Retreats, we transformed their approach from search-only campaigns to fully optimised Performance Max campaigns in just six months. Through creative strategies – curating collections and navigating client restrictions without compromising performance – we achieved an impressive 900% return on ad spend (ROAS). It’s a perfect example of what a lean, remote team can accomplish with data-driven campaigns and ingenuity.

Best Use of Search – B2C (SEO)

Client: A2B Taxis Cornwall

A2B Taxis Cornwall came to us with a website that had almost no visibility. In six months, we established it as a local SEO leader, doubling monthly organic engaged sessions and securing top positions for broad terms like “Taxi” as well as hyper-local phrases such as “Truro taxis.”

We overcame several challenges to outperform local competitors across multiple locations. Our mobile-first SEO strategy ensured A2B Taxis Cornwall’s online presence lived up to their well-earned local reputation, strengthening their visibility and credibility across the region.

Best Use of Search – Automotive

Client: Steve Andrews Tyres & Autocare

For Steve Andrews Tyres, we delivered an integrated campaign combining SEO, web design, and paid social. The goal was to drive more customers to their three Cornwall branches. By combining local SEO with targeted social ads, we secured top-three positions in Google Maps local packs for all locations.

This campaign highlights our ability to integrate multiple marketing channels effectively, ensuring every touchpoint works together to deliver measurable results.

Best Low Budget Campaign (PPC)

Client: Garden Buildings Cornwall

This nomination shows that you don’t need a large budget to achieve big results. We ran a cost-effective PPC campaign, targeting high-intent keywords like “garden buildings Cornwall” and “affordable garden rooms,” and optimised landing pages to improve lead quality.

With careful geo-targeting across Cornwall and Devon and continual optimisation of ad creatives, the campaign exceeded expectations and delivered impressive ROI. It proves that strategy, creativity, and careful data analysis can make every pound count.

Best Small Integrated Search Agency

Finally, our fifth nomination celebrates us as a whole – Best Small Integrated Search Agency. We believe this nomination recognises what makes us different: our agility, deep expertise, and strong community focus.

From partnering with universities and colleges to deliver digital marketing masterclasses, to our innovative social media visits with clients, we focus on building strong, lasting relationships that drive consistent, measurable results. Our team-building days and collaborative approach help keep our team connected and creative, ensuring we bring fresh ideas and energy to every campaign while supporting our clients’ growth and success.

A Milestone for Our Team

Our Managing Director, Stewart Roode, said:

“For a relatively small, remote team to be shortlisted five times is a huge achievement. Using our over 40 years’ combined industry experience to help Cornish businesses dominate their sectors is incredibly rewarding. Beyond the impressive stats and ROI, these campaigns have real-world impact. Many of our clients have seen growth, expansion, and even taken on new staff. It really demonstrates the value of investing in digital marketing.”

 

Being recognised at the UK Search Awards is a proud moment for our team and for Cornwall’s digital marketing community. It proves that with creativity, strategy, and dedication, regional agencies can make a national impact.

The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on Wednesday, 3rd December, at The Bloomsbury Big Top in London. For more information, visit www.searchawards.co.uk or follow #UKSearchAwards for updates.

We’re keeping our fingers crossed and, win or lose, we’re incredibly proud to be on this shortlist and grateful to our amazing clients for trusting us with their campaigns.

Inspired by our results? Get in touch with us today to start your next digital marketing success story.