HAMPSHIRE Fare member Grayshott Pottery has been reinforcing its links with the local community with the production of a series of dedicated stoneware plates.

Set up 40 years ago, the company employs more than 30 people and has helped put Hampshire on the international map with exports around the world.

Its products have been sold as far afield as Germany, Scandanavia Iceland and America and the company has a strong following in the British catering trade.

Managing director Phil Bates said the company provides a dedicated design service for customers.

"Gone are the days of ordering everything by the thousand our customers can order as many or as few pieces as they want."

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