Natures Menu has been named as one of London Stock Exchange’s Top 1,000 Companies to Inspire Britain.

The annual report identifies the fastest growing and most dynamic small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the UK and the Norfolk-based company was the only raw pet food brand to feature.

Natures Menu specialises in raw dog and cat food made with quality meats and fish, blended vegetables, fruits and healthy carbohydrates, and uses British suppliers and ethical product sources wherever possible.

DEFRA-approved and developed with vets, the products range from raw meaty bones to natural treats, as well as cans and pouches which all aim to satisfy the nutritional needs of pets and provide them with a healthy diet that’s packed full of pure, natural goodness.

Managing director Craig Taylor said: “We are delighted that Natures Menu has been recognised as one of the most inspiring companies in Britain.

"For 35 years, we’ve been creating 100% real, wholesome food for pets that’s packed full of naturally nourishing ingredients.

"We started out in 1981 as a small family run business and we are now providing millions of packs of raw pet food every month to satisfied customers across Europe with a fleet of 70 refrigerated vans delivering daily to UK homes from Inverness to Truro.”

Natures Menu is the largest natural pet food brand in the UK and makes 15,000 deliveries every month, feeding over four million meals to pets across the world.

As the largest raw pet food company in Europe, and exporting to over 20 countries worldwide, the business has grown from  £10 million to £30 million in revenue, in just five years. Natures Menu remains in charge of its entire supply chain providing ethically sourced natural ingredients with full traceability.

Craig (pictured above) continued: “We are at an exciting time in the business as we look to open a new factory this year to help meet the growing demand for quality, balanced raw pet food.

Over the past five years Natures Menu employees have risen from 74 to 216 staff including a team of vets providing expert training on nutrition across the country. We look forward to our continued success and would like to thank our customers, vets and retailers for their unwavering support.“

Retailers wanting to find out more information about Natures Menu and their range can email trade@naturesmenu.co.uk, phone 0800 0183770 or visit www.naturesmenu.co.uk.

By registering for a trade account, retailers can gain access to hassle-free online ordering, great value freezer deals and point of sale, plus free training and the option to become a qualified Raw Advisor.