The Ken Finnie Trophy was awarded to the best newcomer, but has now been replaced with the Cliff Hammond Trophy.
The Trophy was dedicated to the memory of a former committee member and radio operator, who passed away at an early age.
| Date | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2015 | Trophy Retired – replaced by the Cliff Hammond Trophy |
| 2014 | Hinton & Fiona Chetwood + John Nicol Trophy |
| 2013 | Dave Pirie |
| 2012 | Simon Whitmarsh + John Nicol Trophy |
| 2011 | Paul Levitt |
| 2010 | Dave Tildsley |
| 2009 | Ady Magness + John Nicol Trophy |
| 2008 | Elliot Wrench |
| 2007 | Justin Moran |
| 2006 | Simon Brocklehurst |
| 2005 | Heather Jones & Ged Clarkson |
| 2004 | Jamie & Des Kelly |
| 2003 | Andy Pickering |
| 2002 | Adam Charnley |
| 2001 | Hazel Cameron |