Sustainability

Recycling In Our Stores

We take great pride in our recycling efforts. Across all of our stores, we separate and recycle a wide range of materials, including cardboard, plastic, wood, metal, food waste, and general waste. We also use balers to compact cardboard and plastic, helping to reduce waste volume and improve the efficiency of our recycling process.

Carrier Bags 

Our carrier bags are biodegradable. Small bags cost 10p and large bags cost 20p. By law, we are required to charge for carrier bags, so we kindly ask that, where possible, you carry your purchases to your car without using one. Thank you for helping us reduce waste and protect the environment.

Pallets

We recycle our pallets by giving them away free of charge to our customers and local farmers whenever possible. Some pallets, however, need to be returned to our suppliers so they can be reused. This helps reduce waste and supports our commitment to sustainability.

Solar Energy

Harnessing the power of the sun, four of our Country Stores (Crediton, Okehampton, Axminster and Whitstone) are equipped with solar panels that generate clean, renewable energy every day. Although our systems do not include battery storage, any surplus electricity is exported back to the grid. Through our participation in the Virtual Power Plant (VPP), which guarantees that all electricity supplied comes from renewable sources, we're helping to support a smarter, more sustainable energy network.

Electric Vehicle Chargers

Driving towards a greener future, our Crediton and Okehampton stores now offer convenient EV charging points, making it easy to top up your electric vehicle while you shop. It's just one of the many ways we're investing in a more sustainable future and helping our customers make environmentally friendly choices every day.

Milk Vending Machines

At our Crediton, Okehampton, and Axminster stores, we're helping to reduce single-use packaging with our fresh milk and milkshake vending machines. Customers can refill and reuse their glass milk bottles time and time again, making every visit a simple, sustainable choice that helps cut down on waste while enjoying delicious, locally sourced fresh milk.

Our Cafe

Every takeaway from our Crediton Café is a step towards a greener future. That's why we use biodegradable coffee cups and recyclable cardboard food boxes, helping to reduce waste without compromising on quality. Enjoy your favourite food and drink knowing your takeaway choice is kinder to the environment.

Working in partnership with....

  • Bloom Renewables
  • Devon Contract Waste
  • Biffa Waste Services
  • QCR Recycling
  • The Sandford Gate Milk Co
  • Gooseford Dairy Moor Milk
  • The Vending Shed