2017

The 2017 Chesterfield Retail Awards winners have been announced. Congratulations to all the winners.

The Chesterfield Retail Awards are organised by Destination Chesterfield in association with Addooco.

Excellence in Customer Service – sponsored by Mitchells Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers

- Adorn Jewellers of Chesterfield – Winner
- Ibbotson’s Fresh Quality Produce
- H&F

Laura Jo and Adam Owen, owners of Adorn Jewellers, said:-

“We’re absolutely thrilled to win two Chesterfield Retail awards. We offer independent high quality jewellery and our lovely customers nominated us for these awards. We’re so delighted to have done them proud.”

Market Trader of the Year – sponsored by Chesterfield Borough Council

Ibbotson’s Fresh Quality Produce – Winner
Unstone Plant Centre
Spire Vintage

Nick Ibbotson, owner of Ibbotsons Fresh Quality Produce, said:-

“We were overjoyed to win the award and couldn’t believe that we were also shortlisted for the Retailer of the Year title. I am very proud of all staff who work so hard at Ibbotsons. Thank you also to all our customers.”

Best New Store (Opened 2016/2017) – Sponsored by Banner Jones Solicitors

Blanc Occasions – Winner
Style Loft
Vanishing Point Records

Ann Marie White, owner of Blanc Occasions, said:-

“It’s feels amazing to win the award. Blanc Occasions open in February 2017 after I realised there was a demand for a boutique specialising in outfits that make women feel special. The support from my loyal customer base has been amazing.”

Hair and Beauty Business of the Year – Sponsored by The Chesterfield College Group

Burlingtons Hair Salon
The Pamper Shack
The Therapy Lounge – Winner

Carly Smith, owner of The Therapy Lounge, said:-

“We try to make it an amazing experience for the client from the minute they step through the door. It shows that they enjoy their experience when they come to the salon as they come back year after year.”

Fashion and Footwear Retailer of the Year – Sponsored by In the Works PR

Blanc
Marks and Spencer – Winner
Wards Shoe Shop

Chris Venters, Store Manager of Marks and Spencer, Chesterfield, said:-

“We have an incredible product but, more importantly, the teams within the store. We have 140 people that are all dedicated to giving the best service possible to the people of Chesterfield.”

Jewellery and Accessories Retailer of the Year – Sponsored by the Pavements

Shopping Centre

Adorn Jewellers of Chesterfield
Green+Benz – Winner
Overton Clocks of Chesterfield

Abi Noakes, Store Manager of Green + Benz, said:-

“We offer a very friendly service. We speak to our customers like they are friends and family and always offer the best customer service.”

Home and Gifts Retailer of the Year – Presented by Chesterfield Healthy High Streets

Debenhams
H&F – Winner
Olympia House Antiques & Craft Centre

Louise Peel, Director of H&F, said:-

“It feel absolutely amazing to win the award. We’re ecstatic.”

Children’s Clothes, Toys & Accessories Retailer of the Year – Sponsored by Progression Accountancy

babyluv
Debenhams
Geeks Headquarters – Winner

Alberto Naso, owner of Geeks Headquarters, said:-

“Our customers love to come into our shop to play games in a nice, friendly and safe environment. And we love it too because we like to play games.”

Food and Drink Retailer of the Year – Sponsored by Custom Solar

Ibbotson’s Fresh Quality Produce
R.P. Davidson Cheese Factor
Northern Tea Merchants – Winner

James Pogson, Owner of Northern Tea Merchants, said:-

“It’s such an honour to win. The awards are a tribute and testament to the hard work of all the staff and a reflection of the direction the business has taken over the last 12 months. This is the absolute icing on the cake.”

Phones and Technology Retailer of the Year – Presented by Addooco

Chips Computers – Winner
Inspire Hi-Fi
Three Store

Jenny Griffiths, owner of Chips Computers, said:-

“We’ve been in Chesterfield for more than 8 years now and we like to give back to the community, working with local schools and people with special needs.”

Leisure Retailer of the Year (Sports, Hobbies, Crafts or Outdoor) – Sponsored by Peak FM

Freds Haberdashery – Winner
StraightCurves
Vanishing Point Records

Lorraine Jukes, Owner of Fred’s Haberdashery, said:-

“We’re a local store that supports local people and we have lovely, loyal customers. We pride ourselves on low prices, value for money, and old fashioned, respectful courtesy when serving customers. We’re very proud of ourselves.”

Independent Retailer of the Year – Sponsored by Jumble Creative Design

Adorn Jewellers of Chesterfield – Winner
Ibbotson’s Fresh Quality Produce
Northern Tea Merchants

Laura Jo and Adam Owen, owners of Adorn Jewellers, said-

National/ Multiple Retailer of the Year – Sponsored by Vicar Lane

Marks and Spencer – Winner
Specsavers
Three

Chris Venters, Store Manager of Marks and Spencer, Chesterfield, said:-

“We have an incredible product but, more importantly, the teams within the store. We have 140 people that are all dedicated to giving the best service possible to the people of Chesterfield.”

Market Hall Business of the Year – Sponsored by arvato

R.P. Davidson Cheese Factor – Winner
Lambs Cupcakes of Chesterfield
Ye Olde Sweet Shoppe and Gifts

Simon Davidson, owner of R. P. Davidson Cheese Factor, said:-

“My staff are fantastic and always try and look after customers as best as they can. Over the years we have evolved the business and regularly add new products to the shop.”

Retailer of the Year – Sponsored by East Midlands Chamber (Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire)

Adorn Jewellers
Geeks Headquarters
Ibbotson’s Fresh Quality Produce
Northern Tea Merchants – Winner

James Pogson, Owner of Northern Tea Merchants, said:-

“I am absolutely delighted to win the awards. They recognise the hard work and dedication of the staff and business partners. To receive these awards after the brilliant year we have had is absolutely amazing.”

Vicar Lane Shopping Centre Retailer of the Year

H&M
New Look
Waterstones – Winner

Jo Mackenzie, Manager of Waterstones, said:-

“It’s brilliant to win the award. We love books and like to share that love with other people. We have great, loyal customers and it’s fantastic that we can share this award with them.”

Pavements Shopping Centre Retailer of the Year

Bodycare
Massarellas – Winners
Warren James Jewellers

“It feels brilliant to win the award. It’s great that people have taken the time to vote for us and think we’re worthy of the award.”