Johns of Appledore celebrates 10 years of trading with store refit

The launch event hosted an array of local producers showcasing their wares, followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony performed by local RNLI coxswain Martin Cox.

Johns of Appledore recently bid for and won, Leader 5 funding, with the help of the Appledore community and used the party on 9th June to thank them.

Customers feasted on food and drink from producers unique to Johns of Appledore, with products including artisan gin, rum, moonshine, cheeses, flowers, curry and ice cream.

Anthony Johns, owner of Johns of Appledore said, “We have been a part of the local community in North Devon for over 90 years and are passionate about showcasing the best of Devon’s food and drink from gin to cheeses and items from our own kitchen creating everything from granola to pâtés, quiches and divine cakes every day. The party was a real celebration of showcasing the Appledore refit to ensure that the store is here for many more years to come.”