A family business launched just before the country went into the first lockdown is celebrating a milestone after brewing up a winner.

Wimborne Coffee Roasters, which sells freshly roasted coffee beans, hit 10,000 sales of bags in its first year last month.

It’s now increased in size and expanded to include cakes and savouries, all baked on the premises or sourced locally where possible.

Wimborne Coffee Roasters launched in March 2020 at Hayters Farm near Holt.

Using sustainably sourced coffee beans from Peru, Brazil, Guatemala and Ethiopia, the roasting takes place on site for freshness.

Cheyne Marley, Director, pictured with the roasting machine which is affectionately known as ‘Ruggles’, said: “Despite lockdown and difficult trading circumstances, we’ve still managed to increase our sales and succeed.

“Our mission is simple; we want to bring great coffee to as many people as we can with honesty and traceability.

“Our fantastic team support this, and the local community are right behind us.

“We source local produce for our baked goods where possible as we are firm believers in supporting other businesses.

“This has paid off with farm shops and hospitality outlets using us for their coffee.”

The business initially started with supplying fresh coffee beans (whole or ground) through the website and for pick-up.

As restrictions have lifted, it is now offering takeaway drinks and food.

Outdoor seating is also available in addition to the takeaway service.

As well as freshly baked cakes it is offering breakfast baps and savouries, including gluten-free and vegan options.

All packaging and cups are environmentally-friendly and recyclable.

Everyone is welcome including cycling and horse riding groups or individuals, as well as dog walkers and families.

• wimbornecoffeeroasters.co.uk.