Robyn & Russ with the award
Grantham-based Bear and Bee Garage has been awarded Best Newcomer of the Year at the British Independent Garage (BIG) Awards.
The event took place on Friday at the Hilton in Birmingham, and this recognition is a huge achievement for the Hornsby Road business.
Proprietor Russ Houlden, who collected the trophy with his sister Robyn, said: “Having only opened the garage in November, we’re incredibly proud of how far we’ve come in such a short time.
“This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, who strive every day to deliver the highest standard of service to our customers.”
Robyn added: “We’re absolutely thrilled and humbled to be nominated for these prestigious awards, especially given that Bear and Bee Garage has only been open since November 2023
“To be recognised… is an incredible honour that we never could have imagined in such a short amount of time.”
Bear and Bee are their parent’s mother and fathers’ nicknames, which Russ) named the garage after..
Organised by the Independent Garage Association (IGA), the BIG Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in the independent garage sector and were hosted by TV personality Mark Durden-Smith.
The BIG Awards 2024, sponsored by Allianz, brought together over 60 finalists across 17 categories. Each
The winner also received a £1,000 cash prize, a testament to the significance of this recognition.
Stuart James, CEO of the Independent Garage Association, commented on the announcement: “We’re proud to celebrate the exceptional talent and dedication within the independent garage sector through the BIG Awards 2024. “These finalists not only represent the best in the industry but also showcase innovative approaches to evolving technology.
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