The Willen Ice Cream Company T e team works with local producers and collaborators
Ice cream fi rm scoops prestigious award
T e Willen Ice Cream Company, based in Milton Keynes, won in the Micro Business category at the Milton Keynes Business Achievement Awards in March. T e category celebrated businesses that demonstrated
sustained success and contributed to the city’s reputation as a thriving place for businesses and growth. T e judges commented that T e Willen Ice Cream Company showed ‘a sustainable ethos running throughout the business’ and is ‘a shining example of a micro business, which has already seen sustained growth, with more forecast for the future’. This recognition is a proud moment for the small,
independent business, celebrating its commitment to creating artisan ice cream with locally sourced ingredients and sustainability at its heart. Founded six years ago with a passion for quality and
creativity, T e Willen Ice Cream Company has grown into a thriving local business, delivering delicious, hand-crafted premium dairy, dairy-free and vegan artisan ice creams that showcase the best of Milton Keynes. From working with local fruit growers, farmers and family businesses to embracing eco-friendly practices, sustainability and community is woven into every scoop it makes.
to create deliciously unique fl avours and award-winning ice cream, including its Simply Dairy fl avour, which was awarded a coveted Gold Great Taste Star in 2021 at T e Great Taste Awards. The Willen Ice Cream Company also received the
sought-after Sustainability Award at The SME Milton Keynes and Buckinghamshire Awards 2023. Richard Gordon, owner of The Willen Ice Cream
Company said: “Winning this award is true testament to how hard we have worked to grow our business from our home kitchen to a brand-new production facility that helps us keep up with demand. “As a small business, we’ve poured our hearts into
creating not only exceptional ice cream but also a business that values sustainability and community. “T is award isn’t only for the team – it also goes to
our amazing and loyal customers. We wouldn’t be here without them, and for that we are very grateful.” Looking ahead, The Willen Ice Cream Company
is aiming to continue growing the business, future innovations and new fl avour ranges, as well as working with more responsible, local producers and businesses, and improving sustainability practices further.
To fi nd out more about T e Willen Ice Cream Company visit
www.willenicecream.co.uk
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