Nicholas family takes over Morgan’s
In 2023, Miles and Amy Nicholas took over Morgan’s Butchery with a shared vision of creating something truly different. Combining Miles' decades of butchery expertise with Amy's passion for innovation, accessibility and business growth, they transformed the business into an award-winning independent butcher that champions British farming, local producers and inclusive retail. Since taking ownership, Morgan’s has earned national and international recognition, introduced pioneering accessibility initiatives and become a destination for customers seeking exceptional food, outstanding service and a genuine connection to the people behind their food. Their journey demonstrates how a family business, driven by passion and purpose, can redefine the future of independent butchery.
Amy Nicholas was honoured to receive the Meat Businesswoman Award – Independent Retailing at the Women in Meat Industry Awards 2024. The national award recognises outstanding women who are shaping the future of the UK meat sector through leadership, innovation and business excellence. Judges recognised Amy's role in tr
Morgans Butchery was proudly crowned Farm Shop & Deli of the Year at the Velvet Food & Drink Awards 2024, recognising the business as one of the region's leading independent food retailers. The award celebrates excellence in quality, customer experience, local sourcing and innovation, highlighting Morgans' commitment t
Morgan’s Butchery was honoured to receive the prestigious Founders Award at the Essex Small Business Awards 2024. Personally selected by the founder of the awards, this special accolade recognises a business that has demonstrated exceptional achievement, resilience and impact beyond its commercial success. The award ce
Miles is proud to contribute to the Lilac Review, an independent national review examining the barriers disabled entrepreneurs face when starting and growing businesses across the UK. Drawing on his own experience as a stroke survivor, dyslexic entrepreneur and Accredited Master Butcher, Miles has shared first-hand ins
Miles Nicholas was awarded Third Prize in the prestigious Stelios Awards for Disabled Entrepreneurs 2023, presented by the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation in partnership with Leonard Cheshire. Selected from disabled entrepreneurs across the UK, the award recognised Miles' resilience, entrepreneurial vision and the tra
Amy Nicholas was honoured to receive the Meat Businesswoman Award – Independent Retailing at the Women in Meat Industry Awards 2024. The national award recognises outstanding women who are shaping the future of the UK meat sector through leadership, innovation and business excellence. Judges recognised Amy's role in tr
Morgans Butchery was proudly crowned Farm Shop & Deli of the Year at the Velvet Food & Drink Awards 2024, recognising the business as one of the region's leading independent food retailers. The award celebrates excellence in quality, customer experience, local sourcing and innovation, highlighting Morgans' commitment t
Morgan’s Butchery was honoured to receive the prestigious Founders Award at the Essex Small Business Awards 2024. Personally selected by the founder of the awards, this special accolade recognises a business that has demonstrated exceptional achievement, resilience and impact beyond its commercial success. The award ce
Miles is proud to contribute to the Lilac Review, an independent national review examining the barriers disabled entrepreneurs face when starting and growing businesses across the UK. Drawing on his own experience as a stroke survivor, dyslexic entrepreneur and Accredited Master Butcher, Miles has shared first-hand ins
Miles Nicholas was awarded Third Prize in the prestigious Stelios Awards for Disabled Entrepreneurs 2023, presented by the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation in partnership with Leonard Cheshire. Selected from disabled entrepreneurs across the UK, the award recognised Miles' resilience, entrepreneurial vision and the tra