HAWKSHEAD Relish has been shortlisted as regional finalists in the Rural Business Awards.

The Cumbrian company is up against some top competition in the Best Rural Manufacturing Business category for the North, with the winner being announced at The Last Drop Village, Bolton, on October 9.

Maria Whitehead, MBE, co-owner of Hawkshead Relish, said: “We’ve had a fabulous year so far, being presented with further accolades for our innovative products; including our latest creation, Black Garlic Pickle. Being shortlisted for an award like this marks the efforts of the entire team."