A Cumbrian firm has been named best sandwich supplier in the North West.
Lakes Sandwiches, based in Kendal, was handed the accolade at the SME Elite Business Awards 2025.
Mel Walmsley, founder of the family-run firm, said: “We’re incredibly honoured to receive this award, which recognises the hard work and dedication of our entire team.
“As a small family business, we’ve always put quality, consistency, and local sourcing at the heart of what we do. It’s a real boost to be recognised on a regional level for the care and craft that goes into every product we make.
“We’re excited for the future and grateful to our team, suppliers, and customers who continue to support us.”
The SME Business Elite Awards, launched in 2018 by SME News, celebrates the success of small and medium-sized enterprises across the UK.
The awards recognise outstanding performance, innovation, and client satisfaction, with winners chosen through in-house research.
