Audlem In Small Business Awards

ONE OF CHESHIRE'S OLDEST SHOPS SHORTLISTED FOR SMALL AWARD

WILLIAMS OF AUDLEM has been selected as a finalist for UK's top legacy business, following a record number of applicants

Williams of Audlem based in South Cheshire has been shortlisted for the legacy category at this year's Small Awards https://thesmallawards.uk/.

Now in its sixth year, The Small Awards is a nationwide search for the smallest and greatest firms in the UK, across all sectors. It is organised annually by Small Business Britain https://smallbusinessbritain.uk/, which champions, inspires and accelerates the nation's 6 million small firms.

Williams of Audlem is an independent retailer established, and currently run by the same family, since 1862. Originally a drapers and printers, they have constantly adapted their business to the changing times, and are now purveyors of gorgeous gift ware, newspapers, greetings cards, basic home and hardware. The shop has also featured on the BBC's The Repair Shop in 2018. Following a record-breaking number of applications, it has been chosen as one of eight finalists for the legacy category for best legacy business, that recognises the unique characteristics, challenges and strengths of family run businesses. The business demonstrates involvement and contribution from family members as well as business success over a period of time.

With eleven unique categories, the Small Awards celebrate the dynamism and resilience of the UK's small business sector, across everything from mission-led start-ups, to longstanding family firms, to the nation's leading sole traders.

"The Small Awards is an opportunity to applaud all the inspiring, positive things that these fabulous, finalist entrepreneurs have achieved over the last year, particularly as we start to move forwards once again," said Michelle Ovens CBE, Founder of Small Business Britain.

"The phenomenal number of applications, and their incredibly high standard, has been fantastic to see. Williams of Audlem should be extremely proud of being shortlisted for this award. The Small Awards is all about championing and spotlighting the nation's small firms, and we're so excited to finally be able to celebrate with them again in person this year."

Judged by a panel of enterprise experts, the winners of all categories, along with the overall winner of Small Business of the Year, will be announced on 19 May 2022.

After being held online for two years due to the pandemic, the awards ceremony will return in person this year to take place at St John's Church in London. Plans are underway for a fun-filled night of celebrations, with small business owners and industry leaders coming together for an evening of inspiring speeches, entertainment, dinner and more!

About The Small Awards

The Small Awards, launched in 2017, targets the whole small business sector focusing on businesses often overlooked by other awards.

The Small Awards is run by Small Business Britain, the UK's leading champion of small businesses, supporting all 6 million small businesses in the UK — no matter their location, their sector, or their ambition level.

Through a series of reports, events and campaigns, Small Business Britain champions, inspires and accelerates small businesses in the UK to foster growth and increased confidence.

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