09 January 2012, 15:46 PM
  • A Lincolnshire-based farm shop has been named Retailer of the Year in a national competition

Uncle Henry’s Farm Shop, in Gainsborough, picked up the title at the 2011 Food and Farming Awards, held at the House of Commons.

The awards recognise success and innovation in the farming sector, highlighting hard working retailers and producers.

Meryl Ward, owner of Uncle Henry’s, said, “We are delighted to have won, especially when up against such great competition. It just goes to show you don’t have to be the biggest company out there to be successful.

“As well as being a showcase for the best in locally produced food and drink, we do a lot of charity work and have in place different initiatives and events which benefit the local community,” she added.

Hannah Young, a spokesperson for Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce, commented, “We are always pleased to hear of local businesses doing well, but for one to win a national award is brilliant news.

“Uncle Henry’s spoke at our Agriculture and Horticulture Chamber Launch Event early this year, and we hope to work more closely with them as we believe they are a fantastic business.”