Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 5th February 2026 Issue no. 1196
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Abacadabra! Loo of the Year Awards conjures up a smidgen more magic
The Loo of the Year Awards, now in their 38th year, honour the very best in 'away from home' washroom provision in a day-long gala presentation event, which this year is promising an extra smidgen of surprise thanks to the signing of magician Marc Spelmann as entertainment host.
Marc, from North London, became a professional magician in 1997 and - having perfected his craft throughout his career, entered Britain's Got Talent in 2018. This resulted in massive success, with his audition accruing 35 million-plus views online.
"When I was a kid, I was incredibly shy," recalls Marc. “I discovered magic on Christmas Day when I was seven and my nan got me a magic book. I practiced from that book and when my family reacted to my first trick with shock and awe, I knew this was something I loved. I continued to do magic for fun until I realised it was something I wanted to pursue as a career."
After being knocked out of Britain's Got Talent in 2018, Marc reauditioned in 2019 under the pseudonym Magician X, becoming an international sensation - again. Since then, he has made special appearances for America's Got Talent and The Ultimate Magician.
"I'm thrilled to be attending the Loo of the Year Awards 2026. The first time was so nice, I had to do it twice!" quips Marc. "It will be an all-new performance, and I'll be sharing something completely unique… And it'll be a great way to start the new year."
Becky Wall BEM, CEO of Loo of the Year Awards, says of Marc joining the crème of the washroom industry for the 2026 event:
"We are absolutely delighted to welcome Marc back as our entertainment for the upcoming Loo of the Year Awards celebration. Marc entertained us at our very first Awards celebration, after we took over in 2021, and he left such a lasting impression that it was an easy decision to invite him again.
"We know that Marc's magic not only amazes but also brings joy, laughter and a real buzz to the room. That is exactly what we want our attendees to experience… a celebration that is memorable, uplifting and full of fun."
Central to The Loo of the Year Awards is a grading scheme where entrants agree to receive an unannounced visit from an inspector and each washroom is judged on 101 criteria which include cleanliness, décor, signage, accessibility and customer care. The highest grading is 'diamond', then it goes in descending order of 'platinum plus', 'platinum', 'gold', 'silver' and finally, 'bronze'.
The ceremony will take place on 14th January 2026 at the National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull. To register your attendance and experience Marc Spellman's mind-blowing magic, purchase tickets at:
https://www.loo.co.uk/193/Event-Reservation-Form
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