INDEPENDENT RETAILER OF THE YEAR

NEEDLE SPORTS Keswick

NAMED AFTER NAPES NEEDLE, that iconic rocky pinnacle on the side of Great Gable, this Keswick-based outdoor store has been catering for climbers, mountaineers and hikers since 1990. Impressed readers consistently cited the customer service and friendly advice on offer. One voter said, “It is a little treasure trove of outdoor gear .For a very small shop there’s an awful lot of stock and the staff are so helpful and knowledgeable”.

Outside Hathersage

A regular winner of our independent retailer of the year award, this family-run Peak District shop has made the podium yet again in 2021. Readers deemed it worthy of the silver award for its friendly service, excellent café and great range of products. One voter said “there’s so much choice from amazing brands, plus very helpful and knowledgeable staff”, whilst another explained “it’s always a joy to visit for quality gear”.

Arran Active Arran

Located in Brodick on the isle of Arran, at the foot of Goatfell, Arran Active has an aptly adventurous setting – and it is clearly well-regarded by TGO readers. Voters heaped praise on the shop for “good banter”, “wonderful staff” and “fantastic choice”. One voter summed Arran Active up as “value for money, helpful and knowledgeable staff, and a great product range”.