Retail

Market transformation specialists MKT North-West have been appointed by Wirral Council to advise and assist with the launch of Birkenhead Market with the contract running until March 2026.

Heckmondwike-based Flair Furniture Group has been recognised in both the Retail 100 and Kirklees 100 rankings for 2024 after a period of substantial business and financial growth.

Shakespeare Distillery has launched a Jester Rum Cream Liqueur, the first in an exciting new product range from the award-winning, Warwickshire independent spirit producer.

Specialist market and food hall development consultancy Market Curators has been appointed by four local authorities to provide bespoke advisory support for eight town centre market redevelopments.

A bakery business launched from a northwest kitchen table has secured listings with Tesco, joining its prestigious Accelerator programme.

Sonny’s Jewellers, a leading boutique located in Birmingham’s historical Jewellery Quarter, has been named “Independent Fine Jeweller of the Year” by Professional Jeweller, being recognised as one of the nation’s top independent destinations for fine jewellery.

Bed Kingdom, a leading online retailer of beds and bedroom furniture, recently donated two beds and mattresses to Candlelighters, a charity that supports families of children with cancer in Yorkshire.

Online DIY marketplace, Plane & Simple has launched in the Northwest of England, extending its big and bulky building materials distribution network across the UK.

The shortlisted finalists for this year’s Baking Industry Awards 2024, (BIAs), the baking industry Oscars were announced every day last week, and Northwest-based artisan bakery Lovingly Artisan, based at Plumgarth’s, Kendal, and at Altrincham Market, Manchester, discovered that they'd been shortlisted in no less than four categories – the most of any entrant this year.

Lake District tea and coffee merchants John Farrer & Co, Kendal, are pleased to announce that they have been awarded one 2-star and two 1-star Great Taste awards.

A family business born in the Peak District has announced its expansion at Mercia Marina under the joint leadership of a 17-year-old entrepreneur. 

Skateboarding retailer SkateHut is gearing up for a sales boom when the sport returns for the Paris 2024 Olympics.

A leading Birmingham jeweller has won one of the most prestigious national industry awards.

Salcombe Distilling Co., creators of the multi-award winning Salcombe Gin, continues its expansion in the travel retail sector with a new Brittany Ferries listing.

Trove, the independent jeweller celebrated opening its doors to all and the summer solstice with a lavish party.

Onroute Truckstops has just launched its new loyalty app Onroute Extra.

With the increasing popularity of no-alcohol wines, Vino Zero has just launched.

Shakespeare Distillery has launched a special 3-year Aged Honey Rum in a fantastic local collaboration with Arden Forest Honey, who produce artisan English honey from the ancient forest of Arden in Warwickshire.

Moorish, one of the UK’s most recognisable humous brands, has been acquired by the leading provider of fresh prepared food, Bakkavor Group plc. Advisors from the Midlands offices of Dow Schofield Watts, Gunnercooke and Gowling WLG acted on the deal.

Bira Direct Welcomes Trade Marketing Manager and Sales Support Exec

Salford-based gin distillers Four Sisters has ceased to trade and 61 items from the company are now up for sale via auction, with the bids closing from 12pm on Thursday, May 30.

Fujifilm branded “Apeos” office printer series now available in the UK, following a successful introduction in Italy

Fourth-generation Lancashire family cheesemaker, Butlers Farmhouse Cheeses, has unveiled its new creative platform and biggest ever above-the-line campaign for flagship blue cheese brand, BLACKSTICKS. 

Europe's first beverage brand to produce a 100% Prevented Ocean Plastic™ bottle will be launching in Tesco later this year.

Bed Kingdom, a leading online retailer of bedroom furniture products and children's beds, has won Best Online Retailer in the annual Business Elite Awards 2024.

Duckhams, the original British motor oil since 1899, is pleased to welcome Henrik Hansen as its new Head of Sales in Europe.

‘Charlie' revealed as the most popular horse name in the UK - does your equine friend make the shortlist?

Leading manufacturer of kitchen and bathroom products, Bristan Group, has announced the successful installation of 1666 solar panels,

Sarah Gaunt and Gavin Youngson beat hundreds of hopefuls to appear on the programme with their tofu inspired plant-based protein

Firecracker, the debut gin by the Lancaster Spirits Company, and Raspberry and Rose the Lancashire distillery's debut flavoured gin

On Tuesday 23 April, HRH The Duke of Gloucester was given a warm welcome as he visited Regal House in Bradford, the head office site for Regal Food Products Group Plc.

Flair Furniture, the rapidly expanding furniture retail group that owns Bed Kingdom, has acquired certain assets of Cuckooland,

One-year anniversary of CEO's appointment sees the golf giant increase profit to £4.3m EBITDA pre exceptionals and maintain one third of the golf retail market share.

JD, New Look and Ann Summers are set to open new concept stores at Derbion, the Midlands retail and leisure destination, following a combined investment of over £5 million.

Dr Johnny Drain (37) and Ahrum Pak (37) beat hundreds of hopefuls to appear on the programme with their innovative confectionery

The CRIMPiT, created in Stockport, is responding to consumer demand with an even more popular product

A family-owned bakery with a proud 100 year history is expanding.

Nottingham Bakers Compete for Spot On Aldi's Shelves In Channel 4 Series

The team at the Lake District based coffee roastery John Farrer & Co, Kendal, are thrilled to announce that they will be hosting their first ever professional Barista Championships.

If longer days and warmer temperatures has you throwing off the fleece blanket and preparing to leave the house, rejoice

Performance Marketing specialist Summit has increased SEO visibility for Silentnight by over 100% since its appointment in June 2023.

Exciting British fashion brand David Nieper has selected multi-award-winning digital agency

The women's activewear retailer will open a 1,714 sq ft store at the shopping centre

The Farm Shop & Deli Show has unveiled the regional finalists in its 2024 Retailer Awards, championed by Fieldfare and in partnership with The Grocer

The People's Choice Spirit Awards in association with The Buyer have revealed the winners of their coveted annual awards at Revolution Bar, Manchester.

..following record £22.5 million turnover in last 12 months

Lancaster Brewery collected a Gold Medal for one of its beers at the annual CAMRA Winter Great British Beer Festival,

CULT fried chicken shop brand Sides is expanding rapidly in the UK with the help of professional services company

Shakespeare Distillery is launching a new Dry Gin entitled ‘Mother's Ruin', a perfect treat for gin fans this Mothering Sunday.

Aldi is looking to hire more than 330 colleagues in the West Midlands this year as the company looks to open new stores and update others.

The Indian Brewery is thrilled to announce its official expansion into a new premises in the heart of the Jewellery Quarter, St Paul's Square.

Iconic hot beverage brand Horlicks, which is manufactured by Haydock-based Aimia Foods,

Sealy, the world's leading mattress brand and one of the best known within the UK industry, has joined The Furniture Makers' Company,

Garden and turf-care equipment supplier, Devon Garden Machinery, has invested more than £85,000 in a new solar power system

Following a series of major successes during 2023, North West based retail display business Silverpoint has announced its ambitions for 2024,

Duckhams, the original British motor oil since 1899, is pleased to welcome Mike Bewsey as its new CEO.

No.76, operated by Gloucester Charities Trust, now accepts the digital Gloucester Gift Card at its London Road community café.

As part of its Information Exchange programme to encourage professional and business development within skilled craft industries,

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Set on the corner of Bold Street and Colquitt Street across the road from Tesco Metro, with its impressive floor to ceiling glass facade,