A Winchester farm shop marks its first anniversary with celebration of local produce and community support.

Westlands Farm Shop in Winchester is celebrating its first anniversary on Winchester High Street this weekend, marking twelve months of bringing premium local produce to the heart of the city.

Since opening its doors in November 2024, the farm shop has become a destination for conscious shoppers seeking local meat, fresh produce, and artisan products from Hampshire and the surrounding counties.

The milestone comes as independent retailers continue to prove their worth on Britain's high streets, with Westlands Winchester demonstrating strong community support for specialist food retailers that prioritise provenance and quality.

Over the past twelve months, Westlands Winchester has processed more than 56,000 customer transactions, becoming an integral part of the local food scene. The shop has sold:

• More than 5600 loaves of bread

• More than 3000 boxes of eggs

• More than 4100 steaks from the butchery counter

• More than 2300 bottles of milk

• 3578 kg of strawberries

The shop's butchery counter, featuring meat from Westlands' own herd in Bishop's Waltham, has proven particularly popular with customers seeking traceable, high-quality meat cut to their specifications by skilled butchers.

To mark the occasion, Westlands Winchester is hosting a birthday celebration this weekend, inviting customers to enjoy complimentary birthday cake and a free hot drink on a first-come, first-served basis on Saturday 8th November.

Kayleigh Collett, co-owner of Westlands Farm Shop said:

"We're overwhelmed by the support we've received from the Winchester community over our first year. From day one, our mission has been to connect local producers with local customers, and it's been incredible to see how much appetite there is for quality, local food on the high street."

As Westlands Winchester enters its second year, the shop continues to expand its range of local suppliers and specialty products. Christmas meat orders are now open, with customers able to pre-order everything from Norfolk Bronze turkeys to award-winning pies and carefully selected wines.

The farm shop specialises in locally-sourced meat, seasonal vegetables, artisan cheeses, fresh bread, and a curated selection of Hampshire produce, all available at 154 High Street, Winchester.