Tile, bathroom and kitchen retailer Roccia has been crowned Family Business of the Year, in an awards scheme which celebrates businesses in the North of England.

The Roccia team were announced as winners at the Be Inspired Business Awards (BIBAs) ceremony, held at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom.

It comes at a time when the company is celebrating 30 years’ trading and recognises Roccia’s dedication to transforming a small, family venture into a national retailer.

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Managing director of Roccia Zabir Patel commented: “We are incredibly honoured to have been named Family Business of the Year with this award”, adding “which is the second time we’ve won this accolade – we were previously crowned BIBA Family Business of The Year five years ago in 2019.

“The award recognises the whole team’s dedication to excellence and is a testament to the hard work, passion and expertise offered by our entire team, who are like family to us.

“It also celebrates the values that have guided us from day one – quality, integrity, and customer care. We are so proud to be recognised for these qualities.”

Roccia has a flagship store in Preston and a showroom in Bolton, as well as a trade counter.

 Highlighting some of the company’s achievements and initiatives this year, Zabir Patel said: “We’ve expanded our business to become a nationally recognised brand … and this is something we’re planning to continue to drive forward in 2025.

“To support this we’ve focused on innovation and new technologies, from how we operate internally and a new CRM system, to new and exciting eco-friendly and wellness products. We also sell nationwide via our e-commerce tiles site.

 “Welcoming visitors to experience the Roccia difference when they visit our showroom, in Preston, has also continued to be a key focus for us, with lots of activity supporting the local community, trade and our regionally-based customers.

“And we’ve built on our success of fostering a business entrenched in family values by investing in new generations to continue our legacy, supporting employees with best-in-class training and apprenticeships, and facilitating career progression across the company.”

In addition, the retailer  has grown its exclusive Jacob & Son kitchen brand and introduced new partnerships with Uno Windows & Doors,  contemporary furniture and lighting specialists Scosa, Planika Ethinol & Gas Fireplaces and Novus Underfloor Heating,

Zabir Patel concluded: “We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our dedicated staff, trusted partners, suppliers, traders, friends, and, most importantly, our family.  Thank you to everyone who believed in us!

“In the coming weeks we’re going to make it a full family and friends celebration, with everyone who’s been part of our successful journey so far, to say thank you and to mark our 30^th year in business! We will be releasing more about this soon.”