It was party time at Pinkie Farm Spar as the store celebrated its 10 year anniversary on 31 May.
Originally set up and run by Colin Smith, who is now chief executive at the Scottish Wholesale Association, the store was taken over by Dan Brown in 2018. He and partner, Nicole, who joined the business in 2022, have worked tirelessly to support their local community, and suppliers and customers were delighted to take part in the festivities, which included product sampling and competitions.
Dan said: “It’s been an honour to have become part of the local community, seeing it grow and evolve, and being part of Musselburgh’s story! We’re exceptionally proud of our entire team’s continued efforts – they all go above and beyond every single day (and some have been doing so for the full 10 years we’ve been around!)
“We truly do love our customers and community and our aim for the next 10 years is to continue trying to do the very best we can to give them a store they can be proud of.”
At the event, Spar Scotland provided shoppers with over one hundred goody bags; vouchers to save money whilst shopping in the store; the Spar Spinning Wheel with great prizes; a prize draw for 4 x £50 Spar vouchers; and face painting for children visiting.
Suppliers, including Thompson’s Tea, Praveen Kumar, AG Barr, and the Healthy Living Programme also joined in the fun.
Over the years Pinkie Farm has actively contributed to the local community through various events and during the anniversary event a donation of £250 was given to Pinkie Primary School and the charity First Step.
Brian Straiton, Independent Sales Director at Spar Scotland, said: “Our partnership with Pinkie Farm is very important to us and to show our appreciation for the positive impact the team continue to make in Musselburgh, we provided the store and the local community with a fun birthday party.
“The store has continually adapted to meet the evolving needs of its customers, introducing new products and services while maintaining the highest of standards. Congratulations Spar Pinkie Farm – we are excited to work with you over the next decade and beyond.”
Pinkie Farm is part of the David Sands Group, which also owns the David’s Kitchen chain.
