A butcher whose family served shoppers in Newcastle-under-Lyme for more than 100 years was recognised for his work has been recognised with a Lifetime Achievement Award.
Henry Cheadle of Cheadle’s Butchers picked up the accolade at the 2024 LoveNUL Business Awards, organised by Newcastle-under-Lyme Business Improvement District (BID), following his retirement earlier this year.
Before then, four generations of the Cheadle’s had traded in Newcastle-under-Lyme since 1919.
Henry was one of more than a dozen winners in the awards to celebrate business excellence, held on Thursday.
BID Co-Chair Jane Tunnicliff, Group Head of Employer Engagement & Training at NSCG Newcastle College, who hosted and presented the awards at Keele University, said: “It’s impossible to imagine how many Sunday dinners, BBQs and Christmases have been made special with Cheadles’ produce over the years.
“Their family business was more than just a shop, it was a cherished part of our town. We want to take this moment to thank Henry for his decades of service.”
She added: “I was delighted to host the LoveNUL Business Awards at the Denise Coates Foundation Building this year.
“Bringing so many businesses together is a great opportunity to shine a light on the incredible businesses we have in our local area. It’s a privilege to work alongside such a passionate and thriving community who Love NUL and I look forward to seeing these businesses continue to grow and prosper.”
The full list of winners is:
Beauty & Personal Care Business of the Year Award – The Hair House
Bar/Night Time Venue – Cappello Lounge
Cafe of the Year Award – Piccoloco
Classic Pub of the Year Award – Little Vic
Independent Business of the Year Award – Hollie’s Haberdashery
Market Trader of the Year Award – San’s Funky Kitchen
New Business of the Year Award – The Hair House
Professional Services Award Award – Safer Hand Care Solutions
Retailer of the Year Award – Dougie Mac
Restaurant of the Year – STOCK by FEASTED
Visitor Attraction of the Year – Brampton Museum
LoveNUL Community Champion of the Year – Community Junction Cafe
Young Person of the Year – Loui’s Kitchen
Lifetime Achievement Award – Henry Cheadle
BID Manager Charlotte Pearce said: “We’re thrilled to have unveiled the winners of this year’s LoveNUL Business Awards and it’s fantastic to see both long established businesses and new faces take home awards.
“This celebration is not just about recognising the winners but also highlighting the diversity of businesses that continues to enrich our town.
“As a BID, we couldn’t be prouder to showcase their remarkable contributions and bring those businesses together for an evening of celebration.”
