A farm shop is celebrating British Food Fortnight by highlighting its local suppliers.

Westlands Farm Shop, near Wickham, is marking the event, which runs from September 20 to October 6, by offering customers special deals and tastings of Hampshire produce.

The shop, which opened in 2001, has been a consistent supporter of local supply chains and small businesses, with more than half of its suppliers located within 40 miles.

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Sophie Tickner, shop team leader at Westlands Farm Shop, and Robert Court, owner of Bere Dairy (Image: Westlands Farm Shop) Kayleigh Collett, from Westlands Farm Shop, said: "Supporting independent businesses is hugely important to help local economies thrive. Around 50 per cent of our annual revenue is reinvested into local supply chains every year.

"With the support of residents, we can help to boost the local economy in the Meon Valley."

The shop will showcase different local producers each weekend during the fortnight.

Robert Court from Bere Dairy, a partner of Westlands Farm Shop for more than 20 years, said: "Without the support from Westlands Farm Shop, my business likely would not have survived the Covid-19 pandemic.

"Shopping small and local is the best way to support your local economy, and British Food Fortnight is an excellent initiative to bring the community together."