On the evening of June 18th, 2025, something truly special happened.
At the prestigious Family Business United Awards, held to honour and spotlight the incredible impact of family-owned enterprises across the UK, Croxsons proudly took home the award for “Essence of Family Business”.
This wasn’t just a win. It was a recognition of our DNA — a celebration of our values, our people, and the generations that have shaped our journey since 1872.
Winning the “Essence of Family Business” means more than simply being successful. It’s about how we show up, day in and day out. It’s about purpose before profit. It’s about sustainability, stewardship, and relationships. It’s about balancing legacy with modernity — and doing it all with authenticity.
As our CEO, Tim Croxson, reflected: “’Essence of Family Business’ is quite an accolade. Not just about our performance but about the how and the why as we build our business. Purpose over profit. Always.”
This award celebrates the quiet consistency with which we support our people, contribute to local and global communities, and build a business that is as sustainable as it is successful. It recognises the power of family business as a force for good — something we deeply believe in.
Family businesses make up the backbone of the UK economy, employing over 15 million people. We are proud to be part of that fabric — not just as a five-generation business, but as a family in the truest sense: one that includes employees, customers, suppliers, and partners in our shared story.
We’re incredibly thankful to Paul Andrews and the Family Business United team for continuing to champion the impact of family firms — large and small, first generation or fifth.
“It doesn’t matter if we are first generation, five generation or more,we make up the backbone of the UK economy… It’s good to celebrate all that is good.” – Tim Croxson
This recognition doesn’t mark a finish line — it’s fuel for the journey ahead. At Croxsons, we’re more committed than ever to:
- Putting people first
- Innovating with integrity
- Supporting the communities we serve
- And leading with purpose
To all our colleagues, customers, and partners who make this possible — thank you for being part of our story.
Here’s to the next chapter.