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Griffins is a working farm shop on the outskirts of Newbury that's genuinely worth taking time to visit when you're in this corner of the region.
The shelves stock seasonal fruit and vegetables from local growers, along with quality meats, dairy products, and free-range eggs. What you find changes throughout the year, so there's always something new depending on when you call in.
There's also a deli counter with cheeses, baked goods, and other provisions—useful if you're assembling a picnic or planning to cook something decent back at your lodgings. A small café serves coffee and food, and plenty of people stop by just for that. It's genuinely one of those places where you can trace your food back to the farmers producing it, which makes supporting them feel straightforward.
Newbury itself is worth exploring if you're staying nearby. It's a historic market town with a famous racecourse and a pleasant canal cutting through it, so there's plenty to see beyond the shop. Griffins works equally well as a quick stop on a longer drive or as a regular haunt if you're based in Newbury for several days. The quality stays consistent, and the staff actually know what they're selling, which always makes the shopping experience better.
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