Preston-based Peter H Smith took the Flower Trader of the Year honour at the Re:Fresh awards.

Over a period of 80 years the company has built a reputation for quality and excellence, although the company is now part of the SGP group, it still operates as a family business.

The management team of Nick Smith and Ann Rainford has recently been augmented by the appointment of Mikaela Hubble as sundries department manager.

Employing more than 50 people and with a turnover of more than £10 million. The purpose-built premises incorporate cold stores, warehousing, offices and display area for a customer base that extends across the north-west of England and east into Yorkshire.

The product range includes cut flowers from around the world although the company prides itself on its support for and promotion of UK and Guernsey-grown flowers and plants.

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