Ridgeons has been shortlisted from over 1,000 entries in the Family Business of the Year category of the Private Business Awards, sponsorded by PwC.

The company was established in 1911 by founding family member Cyril Ridgeon. It now has 25 branches across the east of England.

Charlie Hoffman, managing director at HSBC Private Bank (UK) - an award sponsor - said: “We are delighted with the calibre of participants in this year's Private Business Awards. Once again, there is strong competition across all categories, and the candidates demonstrate immense talent and contribution to the private business sector in the UK.”

Winners of the Private Business Awards 2014 will be announced at a celebration dinner on 10 September, 2014 at The Guildhall, London.