A TOY shop in Worcester made it to the final shortlist as one of the best 25 small shops in the UK.

Wise Owl Toys, along with its specialist left-handed section, in Charles Street, was commended in the “Best Small Shop Competition 2018.”  

Mark and Heather Stewart, the shop’s owners, were at a reception for finalists of the IndieRetail competition, along with colleague Angela Shouler, held at the House of Commons on November, 13.

The couple said: “We thoroughly enjoyed our day out! It is really important, when the High Street is feeling the pinch, to support and encourage the small independents who bring so much that is different to our towns and cities.”