We are often asked about the origins and history of our shop and with the business having remained in our family through four generations over more than 100 years, there is a lot to tell.
During 2007 we intend to collate as much of the history of W Martyn as we can and bring it to you in words and pictures to celebrate the history of our business.
If you have memories of shopping with us, we would be pleased to hear from you and will endeavour to include your comments and experiences on our site.
The scent of fresh coffee draws you in to be delighted by a huge selection of beans and teas from China, India and Sri Lanka, sourced from ethical plantations, which are all available loose leaf or by the bag. They also stock some excellent dried fruit including apricots, prunes and apple rings - great for making compotes. The helpful and friendly staff serve customers from behind the counter, reaching high on ladders to collect goods from top shelves or digging deep into the storage containers that date back to the day the shop opened. Goods are weighed out on an old balance set of scales sit. A proper old-fashioned grocer with modern ethical values.
Cwrt Henllys Farm - Cwmbran
We ordered our Kelly Bronze turkey from Cwrt Henllys Farm for the first time (Christmas 2007), and were delighted with both the service and the turkey! The meat was superb, and really excellent value for money.
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