CELEBRATING 18 YEARS OF BUSINESS19 June 2025 Celebrating 18 Years of Blooms, Bouquets and Being Truly Independent This week marks a blooming big milestone for us here at Townend Florist – we’re officially 18 years old! That’s right, on the 21st of June 2025, we’ll have been hand-tying, ribbon-wrapping, and delivering beautiful flowers to our customers across Sheffield (and beyond) for eighteen full years. We can hardly believe it ourselves. So we thought it was the perfect time to share a bit more about who we are, what we stand for, and why ordering from a truly independent florist like us makes all the difference – especially during the summer months when the flower world is at its most vibrant. We’re Not Part of a Big Chain – And That’s a Good Thing We get asked all the time: “Are you with Interflora?” And the answer is a proud and resounding no. We’re not part of any big corporate flower network. We don’t take orders and then pass them off to someone else, and we certainly don’t follow a script when it comes to what your bouquet should look like. Townend Florist is an independent, family-run business based right here in Sheffield. Every single bouquet that leaves our doors has been made by our own hands, using fresh flowers we’ve personally selected that day. When you order from us, you’re not just buying a bunch of flowers – you’re supporting real people, local growers and genuine craftsmanship. And we think that matters. Fresh Flowers, Every Morning Here’s one of the secrets to our longevity (18 years and counting!): we buy fresh flowers daily. That means what you see in our bouquets hasn’t been sitting around in cold storage or shipped halfway across the world. Instead, it’s been chosen that very morning, depending on what’s in season and looking its absolute best. In summer, that means we’re working with some of the most stunning British-grown blooms – think vibrant sunflowers, fluffy peonies, cottage garden delphiniums, alliums, cornflowers and more. These are flowers you won’t find in the supermarket, and often not even in high-street chains. Because we’re not tied to corporate buying schedules or strict product recipes, we can change things up daily, which means each bouquet is made fresh and unique. That’s the real joy of working with seasonal summer flowers – and it's what keeps our customers coming back. Why We Have Occasion Ranges When you go to order online, you might spot our Occasion Ranges – collections of our most popular styles and colours, designed to suit specific moments in life. Whether it’s a Birthday bouquet, Anniversary surprise, or a Sympathy arrangement, we’ve created these ranges to make choosing the right flowers that little bit easier. You’re still getting a handmade, florist-choice bouquet, but we’re guiding you with shapes, colour palettes and mood-appropriate styles so you know your flowers are spot on. Of course, if you fancy something totally bespoke, just give us a ring or leave a note when ordering – we’re always happy to tailor something exactly how you’d like it. What Makes Us Different (and Worth Supporting) We’ve survived and thrived for 18 years because we’ve stayed true to what matters: Quality: We only use top-grade flowers, often sourced from UK growers during the summer months. Freshness: We buy in small quantities, daily – so your bouquet is made with flowers that haven’t even seen a shelf. Creativity: We’re florists, not box-packers. Every bouquet is made by hand, not copied from a catalogue. Service: We know our customers, we care about the occasions we’re making flowers for, and we’ll always go the extra mile. We offer same-day flower delivery in Sheffield (Monday to Friday), and Saturday delivery is available if you get your order in before 12 noon on Friday. And because everything is made right here in our shop, we can offer click & collect, pre-ordering for future dates, or even pop-in-and-pick if you’re local and want to see what’s just been made. A Huge Thank You If you’ve ordered flowers from us any time since 2007, you’re part of our story – and we want to say a massive thank you. We wouldn’t be here without our lovely customers. From those early days when we were just getting started, to now being one of Sheffield’s trusted names for handmade funeral flowers, special occasion bouquets, and last-minute surprises, it’s been quite a journey – and we’re still growing. So here’s to the next 18 years. To the summer blooms, the birthdays, the anniversaries, and the “just because” bouquets. And most of all – to you. Thanks for shopping small, supporting independent, and choosing local flowers with a bit of heart and soul. Ready to Order? Head over to our homepage to order flowers for any occasion. Same-day delivery available Monday to Friday, and you can pre-order for birthdays, anniversaries, sympathy and more. Need something extra special? Just give us a ring – we love a challenge!