Chesterfield animal rescue charity, craft beer pub and antiques centre named among My Local Awards winners in East Midlands

Results for the My Local Awards were released on Tuesday by the advertising agency behind the community-powered honours. The agency posted: “After over 20,000 votes from across the region, we can now reveal the full list of businesses crowned winners in this year’s My Local Awards.

"From brilliant independent shops and family-run businesses to hospitality, trades, professional services, and everything in between, these awards recognise the local businesses people genuinely love and support.

"Huge congratulations to every winner, finalist, and nominee who took part this year, and an even bigger thank you to everyone who voted and helper celebrate the businesses making a difference across the East Midlands.”

Derbyshire winners include:

Animal rescue centre of the year – Chesterfield Animal Rescue. The self-funded charity, run by volunteers, rehabilitates and rehomes animals in need. In response to the announcement of the win, Chesterfield Animal Rescue posted: “Thank you ever so much” with a heart emoji.

Bar of the year – The Neptune Beer Emporium, Chesterfield. The pub on St Helen’s Street is renowned for its craft beers and live music. Reacting to the win, The Neptune Beer Emporium posted: “Whoooohoooo!! Thank you from all at The Neptune xxxx.

Antique shop of the year – Olympia House Emporium, Chesterfield. More than 50 traders are housed under one roof at the antiques centre on Brimington Road. After learning of the award, Olympia House Emporium posted: “Thanks for everyone who voted. And a big congratulations go to @neptunebeeremporium for winning Bar of the year.”

Pet shop of the year – Lavender Dog Shop, which has stores in Chesterfield and Somercotes. The business focuses on raw and natural feeding for dogs, cats and small animals. Alongside the raw food, customers can find treats, toys, leads and accessories.

Food retailer of the year – Watsons Farm Shop, Hope. The business has an on-site butchery, artisan cheeses, breads, cakes, preserves, wines and beers from producers across the region.

Pub of the year – The Royal Oak, Hurdlow, near Buxton. This traditional Peak District pub offers hearty homemade meals, cask-conditioned ales and open fires.

Coffee shop of the year – The Lavender Tea Rooms, Bakewell. Cream teas, coffee, cakes and more are served on mismatched vintage china in surroundings which exude quirky charm.

Homeware store of the year – Itsy Bitsy Boutique, New Mills. The family-run independent business focuses on style, quality and affordability in its collection of home interior products, gifts, accessories and fashion.

Physiotherapy practice of the year – Devonshire Physiotherapy Clinic, Buxton. The clinic on Hardwick Street offers hands-on treatment and rehabilitation exercises to clients who have back, shoulder and knee pain, sports injuries, whiplash, chronic pain and post-injury rehabilitation.

Roofing business of the year – Holt Roofing Ltd, Heanor. The business was founded by Joshua Holt three years ago and covers residential and commercial properties. The team works on new roof installations and repairs to flat roofing, leadwork, guttering and ongoing maintenance.

Recruitment agency of the year – Recruit 2 You, Heanor. Founded by managing director Anita Jackson in 2018, this independent agency helps businesses find the right people and supports candidates into temporary, contract and permanent roles.