Alison, Simon, Beryl and Terry Shead celebrated 50 years of Brookside Garden Centre in East Peckham, Kent, last night with a party for over 400 guests that included customers, staff and suppliers.

Terry Shead, MBE, thanked everyone for their support over the years, especially their customers. "The personal relationship we have with our customers is the most important factor of our success. When you walk through the doors here you see what we mean. Our staff don’t just know their stuff – they want to share it with you."

The party was also a celebration of Simon's 50th birthday. After making all the arrangements for the gala party Simon and his team will be starting the build of the award-winning Brookside Grotto for Christmas 2018.