Clair Smith, Jason Perrins, Trudy Hanson and Rachel Winter from Henry Bell enjoy the drinks reception.

Henry Bell & Co celebrated its 200th anniversary in style with guests from across the animal and bird feeds industry gathering at the Belton Woods Hotel in Grantham, Lincolnshire, for a special drinks reception and dinner to mark this extraordinary milestone.

Thomas Lee and Carol Foster with John Mulligan and Tom Mulligan from Albany Insurance.

Stockists and suppliers from around the country joined Managing Director Thomas Lee and Finance Director Carol Foster at the elegant venue for a night filled with good food and drink, great conversation, music from saxophonist Ben Martin and close-up magic from Rich Reynolds. Guests were each presented with a special anniversary etched Dartington Crystal tumbler to commemorate the occasion.

Joe Fildew (Cranswick), Mark Brighton and Stephen Brighton (Bearts)

“What a remarkable moment this anniversary is,” said Thomas. “Henry Bell started out as a flour miller in 1825 and today we supply wild bird and small animals feeds, processed cereals, pulses and horse feeds across the UK, Europe and beyond.

“We wouldn’t be where are today if it wasn’t for the trust and support of our customers and suppliers – and our fantastic team of employees who make it all possible. Our 200th anniversary is an important way to acknowledge what we have and what we have become, and to recognise that we are a fourth-generation family business built on shared purpose.”

 Commercial Director Tony Clare (right), Ben Lee and Alan Gittins from Henry Bell.

Henry Bell National Sales Manager Andrew Mellows chats to fellow guests including Lisa Depoortere and Simon Chanell from Macfarlane Packaging.

Henry Bell Trading Director Simon Parker (left) with Clive and Stefan Ashdown of CW Grain.