Chris Francis celebrated her retirement  from Millbrook Garden Centre this week with a special presentation after 25 years of service.

Chris, who was a Garden Centre Assistant at Millbrook Garden Centre, started working at the centre on April 1, 1988 and her retirement presentation took place on June 25.

Tammy Woodhouse, Millbrook's Managing Director, said: “We are extremely grateful for the dedication shown during the past 25 years by Chris. We are very sad to see her retire. She was very popular with both staff and customers alike.

“On behalf of all the staff here at Millbrook Garden Centre, I would like to wish Chris all the best for the future.”

Chris was presented with a bouquet of flowers, a bottle of champagne and a photo montage of her time at the garden centre. Staff members also held a collection and presented Chris with Millbrook gift vouchers.

Chris explained: “I have really enjoyed working at the garden centre for the past 25 years and helping the customers who visit.

“There is a great team spirit and I have built up many long-term friendships with my colleagues. It is the people and customers that made it a lovely place to work.”