AMBLESIDE’S Lakeland Leather won the prize for the Best Multi-Channel Retailer Under £25m at the Drapers Digital Festival Awards.

The awards, which recognised internet giants ASOS, Amazon and John Lewis, acknowledged the Lake District retailer’s growth and introduction of new technologies to help customers.

Martin Foster, managing director of Lakeland Leather, said: “To be shortlisted by the top trade magazine in our industry meant a lot, especially as we’re predominantly based in the North of England – away from the fashion press. But to win the award, is a fantastic achievement.”