Independent retailer PetPlace recently hosted a bumper fun day at one of its stores in celebration of Pride month.
The company’s branch in Abergele, North Wales, welcomed more than 650 visitors to its free ‘Pride in the Park’ event. The programme included games, competitions, face painting, arts and crafts, and a bouncy castle, all in celebration of the LGBTQ+ community and to promote diversity and inclusion. Visitors enjoyed burgers and ice cream from local traders while their pets played in the store’s dedicated dog park.
Pride Month is an inclusive celebration that honours the LGBTQ+ community, its achievements, and ongoing struggle for equality. It is traditionally celebrated around the world in June.
PetPlace managing director Sion Pritchard thanked those who attended on the day as well as customers who use the store, which also includes a coffee bar, café and dog cinema, each year.
He said: “We celebrate Pride every day across the company, but it was special to bring everyone together for one day, to give back to our community.
“We are an open and diverse business and believe all organisations should have that ethos, to promote inclusion and unity, celebrate diversity and to ensure employees can be their true selves.
“I am incredibly proud of our team not only for putting on such an amazing event but for surpassing these high standards every day.”
He added: “To see our Abergele store decked-out in the Pride colours was fantastic, we had a brilliant response in person and on social media, so thank you again to everyone who came along to support us.”
