Two wins for Flintshire garden furniture company Zest
The company proudly took home Best New Furniture Product for its Terraza Outdoor Kitchen Island Set, and Best New Individual Product for the elegant Ludlow Corner Pergola.
Terraza Outdoor Kitchen Island Set - Award winning Terraza Outdoor Kitchen Island Set with matching high chairs.
Simon Davison, head of commercial development at Zest, said: "Winning in the furniture and new product category was an incredible honour. The show offered a fantastic opportunity to connect with retail customers, unveil our latest products, and share our exciting plans for the company's 20th anniversary."
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The award-winning Terraza Outdoor Kitchen Island Set complete with two matching high chairs, features brushed stainless-steel countertops, adaptable shelving, and robust construction for long-lasting performance. Alongside, Zest won the Best New Individual Product for the Ludlow Corner Pergola ideal for creating a stylish, sheltered area in a garden. Both will be available in garden centres nationwide and from online retailers in 2026.
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Andrew Baker, managing director of Zest and the P&A Group, added: "The trade show was a fantastic success for Zest, and our achievements are a true testament to the passion and dedication of our team in delivering what today's garden and outdoor living customers want. We were proud to receive two industry-recognised awards, an incredible endorsement of our products, which are designed by Zest's in-house team in collaboration with specialists from across the business. These awards are a genuine accolade for the entire company."
Ludlow Corner Pergola - Award winning Ludlow Corner Pergola.
Zest is a British designer and manufacturer of quality timber garden furniture, decorative garden structures and grow your own products. Zest is deeply respectful of the planets resources and products are made from sustainable slow grown softwood sourced from certified forests.
The award winning Terraza Outdoor Kitchen Island Set and the Ludlow Pergola, can be purchased at The Woodworks Garden Centre from early 2026 or visit www.zestoutdoorliving.co.uk for your nearest alternative stockist.
Zest is part of the P&A Group, established in Mold in 1985 and is currently celebrating its 40th year in business. The Group comprises of Zest Outdoor Living, The Woodworks Garden Centre and Café in Mold, which sells Zest products and P&A Pallets & Packaging.
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