IN response to the coronavirus lockdown we asked readers which local businesses are going the extra mile to deliver to customers
1 Chris Wilson Dairyman
The popular milkman (who is also delivering vegetables, fruit, eggs, and pasta, butter and cheese) has been "totally up to our eyes in it" but is continuing to provide a vital service for local communities. Plenty of customers nominated Chris for Readers Choice including Julie Clarke, Elaina McGrevey, Kayleigh Fredericks, Ann Hawkridge, and Rebecca Hadwin.
2 Ulverston Meat Company
It’s not just about fresh meat at this popular delivery firm; their committed drivers are also delivering stir fry mixes, kebabs, stuffed mushrooms and peppers, gravy, marinades, sauces and herbs.
Ulverston Meat Company was nominated by Becky Stretch, Marie-Claire Dockeray and Patricia Benson among others.
3 Mason’s Butchers, Barrow
This popular butcher is proving a hit with customers. With more than 20 years’ experience the firm’s drivers deliver within a 20-mile radius of Barrow. Tony Miller was just one satisfied customer who nominated Mason’s.
4 Browns Butchers, Lindal
Our readers certainly like the service they’ve been getting from butchers in the area with John Price just one of those who nominated Browns.
5 Barrow Eats
With all restaurants and cafes closed to eat-in customers, many are taking advantage of the speedy service offered by takeaways operating under Barrow Eats. Adele Neale nominated them.
6 Irving’s Butchers, Ulverston
Customer Mary Johnstone praised Irving’s for their "good service".
7 Aldi, Risedale Road, Barrow
Dawn Phillips was just one customer who singled out manager Adam from Aldi who "is going above and beyond to help those stuck indoors". She described him as "a godsend".
8 KLM Stores, Bath Street, Barrow
Kaye Rea was just one happy customer who praised this Barrow corner shop with a fabulous supply of everyday essential items whose staff have been going "above and beyond".
9 Barrow Market fruit & veg stall
Although the indoor market is closed to shoppers many stalls are continuing to provide a delivery service. Clare Fell said the trader has "been excellent at stepping up".
10 Brocklebanks, Ulverston
Joanne Gutkowski, Clare Tyson and Megan Hawkes were among those who nominated Brocklebanks who they described as "incredible".
Also nominated by customers: Lakes Parade Stores, Cartmel Dairy & Sons, Laings Fruit & Veg, NC Meats in Dalton Road, Sherie Lovell in Dalton, The Brown Cow in Dalton, Shepherd’s Farmshop, and Newton Dairies.
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