It's sad when people expose their ignorance and thus their bigotry like this, Ben, but it's all too common in this social media age. You obviously know nothing about our business. On top of that, why is our purchase of a family business, where we preserve the name and history of the family business, worse than BGC just putting their name above the door?

So sad to hear that Highfield Garden World is being taken over by Blue Diamond. Gloucestershire doesn't need another boring, over-priced chain Garden Centre, (excluding British Garden Centres). Instead, it needs the vibrancy, excitement and value for money of independent retailers, who offer something more than just the 'same old'. No doubt the Greenway family sold out because a big fat cheque is coming their way. A worrying state of affairs, that's no doubt reflected across the horticultural industry nationwide, as family owners approach retirement. RIP Highfield Garden World!