OCEANIC Awards are proud to announce the winners for the 4th Welsh Independent Retail Awards 2025.
This award celebrated the very best of independent businesses across Wales. They honour the creativity, dedication, and hard work of retailers who bring uniqueness, quality, and personality to our high streets and communities.
From family-run shops to innovative start-ups, these awards recognise those who go above and beyond to provide excellent products, outstanding service, and a truly personal touch.
During the award ceremony we came together to applaud their success, champion their contribution to the Welsh economy, and showcase the vital role independent retailers play in shaping our vibrant communities
The winners of these awards were announced at an elegant ceremony held on Wednesday September 10 at the Marriot Hotel, Cardiff.
Irfan Younis, Spokesperson for the 4th Welsh Independent Retail Awards 2025 said: “We are delighted to have been able to bring these awards back to Wales for another year.
“They are an excellent opportunity to showcase those who have shown great commitment, professionalism, creativity and care for their clients and customers.
“We understand that there are some amazing specialists out there, who often don’t get the recognition they deserve. We want to congratulate all of our winners on their incredible accomplishments.“
The winners for the 4th Welsh Independent Retail Awards 2025 are:
- Fashion & Accessories Retailer of the Year:
Nicola Venetia steel boutique (Bridgend)
Outstanding Achievement went to Simon Baker Shoes (Llandudno)
Recognised for Excellence was Reet boutique (Merthyr Tydfil) - Independent Furniture Retailer of the Year:
Pieces for Places (Barmouth)
Outstanding Achievement went to Coast Road Furniture (Deeside)
Recognised for Excellence was The Cardiff Furniture Company (Cardiff) - Opticians of the Year:
The Optician People (Chepstow)
Outstanding Achievement went to Liverton Opticians (Newport)
Recognised for Excellence was Paul Harries Opticians (Carmarthen) - Dry Cleaners of the Year:
Snowdrop Laundry & Dry-cleaning, Haverfordwest
Outstanding Achievement: Merthyr Dry Cleaners, Merthyr Tydfil
Recognised for Excellence was Ashburne (Hengoed) - Technology Retailer of the Year:
Sound Saver (Cardiff)
Outstanding Achievement went to B&B AudioConcepts (Llandough)
Recognised for Excellence was Twin Tech (Neath) - Pharmacy of the Year:
GoodLife Pharmacy (Newport)
Outstanding Achievement went to St Athan Pharmacy (Newport)
Recognised for Excellence was Malpas Pharmacy (Newport) - Specialist Retailer of the Year:
Trendy Tots Baby Boutique (Merthyr Tydfil)
Outstanding Achievement went to For Every Occasion Balloon Artists (Rhyl)
Recognised for Excellence was Apothecary64 (Penarth) - Cycle Retailer of the Year:
Re-Cycle South Wales (Swansea)
Outstanding Achievement went to The Bike Shed (Cardiff)
Recognised for Excellence was The Framed Bicycle Co. (Llanberis) - Independent Sports Retailer of the Year:
Queensferry Sports (Deeside)
Outstanding Achievement went to PJ’s Surf Shop (Swansea)
Recognised for Excellence was Pura Vida Surfriders (Penarth) - Bookshop of the Year:
Griffin Books (Penarth)
Outstanding Achievement went to Bookish (Crickhowell)
Recognised for Excellence was The Mold Bookshop (Mold) - Butcher of the Year:
Prendergast Butchers, Haverfordwest
Outstanding Achievement went to Davies Quality foods, Butchers and delicatessen (Swansea)
Recognised for Excellence was Roberts Butchers (Newports) - Fresh Produce Provider of the Year:
Fresh & Tasty Microgreens (Abergele)
Outstanding Achievement went to Get Fresh (Swansea)
Recognised for Excellence was Gerwyn’s Fruit & Veg (Llandeilo) - Fishmonger of the Year:
Mermaid Seafoods (Llandudno)
Outstanding Achievement went to Blas Y Môr (Porthmadog)
Recognised for Excellence was Market Plaice (Swansea) - Independent Pet Supplies Store of the Year:
Farm & Pet Place (Ruthin)
Outstanding Achievement went to Emma’s Pet Shop (Swansea)
Recognised for Excellence was Penarth Pet Shop (Penarth) - Independent Jewellery Store of the Year:
Barr & Co Jewellery (Llandeilo)
Outstanding Achievement went to Anne Morgan Jewellery (Penarth)
Recognised for Excellence was The Jewellery Studio (Cardiff) - Auto Garage & Accessories Provider of the Year:
Euro Performance Limited (Llantrisant)
Outstanding Achievement went to Wynne Motors (Cardiff)
Recognised for Excellence was The Car Shop Pitstop (Holywell) - Menswear Retailer of the Year:
Chess Menswear (Llandeilo)
Outstanding Achievement went to Howells Men’s & Ladies wear (Mountain Ash)
Recognised for Excellence was Revue Men’s Clothing (Abergavenny) - Soft Furnishing Supplier of the Year:
Suite Dreams (Ebbw Vale)
Outstanding Achievement went to Aspirations uk
Recognised for Excellence was MGW NEW QUAY (New Quay) - Flooring Retailer of the Year:
Llanelli & Cross Hands Flooring Supplies (Cross Hands)
Outstanding Achievement went to Carpet Fit Wales
Recognised for Excellence was Fox Flooring (Neath) - Women’s Fashion Boutique of the Year:
The Queen B Boutique (Penarth)
Outstanding Achievement went to Miss Jones Boutique (Neath)
Recognised for Excellence was Gallery Boutique (Barry) - Specialist Drink Retailer of the Year:
Vinomondo (Conwy)
Outstanding Achievement went to Craft Beer Cave (Llandudno)
Recognised for Excellence was Vin Van Cymru (Cardiff) - Convenience Retailer of the Year:
Supermarket ABC (Newport)
Outstanding Achievement went to Cilgerran Siop y Pentre (Cardigan)
Recognised for Excellence was Premier Clive Street Convenience Store (Cardiff) - Bespoke Retailer of the Year:
A Class Apart (Dinas Powys)
Outstanding Achievement went to Florrie’s Craft Shop (Nantyffyllon)
Recognised for Excellence was Trendy Tots Baby Boutique (Merthyr Tydfil) - Bakery of the Year:
Hancox’s Pies (Bargoed)
Outstanding Achievement went to Benjamin Lee Artisan Bakery (Llandudno)
Recognised for Excellence was The Bear Bakery (Flintshire) - Beauty Salon of the Year:
Belle Beauty (Bridgend)
Outstanding Achievement went to Mia Bella Nail & Beauty Salon (Pencoed)
Recognised for Excellence was Opulent Tranquility Beauty by Maria (Pontypridd) - Hair Salon of the Year:
Beth Daniel Hair Designers (Bridgend)
Outstanding Achievement went to Kates Unisex Salon (Neath)
Recognised for Excellence was Green Acre Hair Salon (Bridgend) - Florist of the Year:
Nicola Downie Florist (Caerphilly)
Outstanding Achievement went to Flowers by Becca Jane (Brecon)
Recognised for Excellence was Vivaldi Flowers (Buckley) - Coffee Shop of the Year:
Coffi Kitoko (Cwmbran)
Outstanding Achievement went to Lle Tarw (Swansea)
Recognised for Excellence was Against the Grain Coffee House (Cardiff) - Eatery of the Year:
The Ancient Briton (Swansea)
Outstanding Achievement went to Brecon Tap (Brecon)
Recognised for Excellence was Tai’r Bull Inn (Brecon) - Mobile Phone Retailer of the Year:
Pass It Fix It (Porthcawl)
Outstanding Achievement went to Istyle (Barry)
Recognised for Excellence was M:2 Mobiles Accessories & Repairs (Rhyl) - Hardware Store of the Year:
Cornelly Hardware (Porthcawl)
Outstanding Achievement went to Treforest Hardware (Pontypridd)
Recognised for Excellence was Universal Hardware Supplies (Swansea) - Music Shop of the Year:
Bridgend Music Store (Bridgend)
Outstanding Achievement went to Derrick’s Music (Swansea)
Recognised for Excellence was Gamlins Music Shop (Cardiff) - Craft & Gift Shop of the Year:
Beddgelert Woodcraft (Beddgelert)
Outstanding Achievement went to Cardiff Creative (Cardiff)
Recognised for Excellence was Wonder Stuff Gift Shop (Treorchy) - Confectionary Retailer of the Year:
The Chocolate Box (Porthcawl)
Outstanding Achievement went to Cwtsh Welsh Chocolate (Llanelli)
Recognised for Excellence was Arlene’s Sweetie Jar (Swansea) - Retail Champions of the Year:
New Inn Amroth (Amroth)
Outstanding Achievement went to Pass It Fix It (Porthcawl)
Recognised for Excellence was Hancox’s Pies (Bargoed)
