A QUIRKY high street business is celebrating five years providing treats for shoppers in Braintree.

Marion Horlsey and daughter Rebecca have run Shake Express, in Braintree high street, since September 22, 2012.

The business has become a real favourite amongst young and old alike in the town for their delicious menu - which includes hundreds of different combinations for their shakes.

Mrs Horsley said: “The shop has been here eight or nine years but we came here five-years-ago.

“It is quite an achievement and we have worked really hard - we haven’t had a proper holiday in five years.”

The business has gone from strength to strength and takings have increased around 40 per cent since the duo took over.

Mrs Horlsey said: “That has been down to sheer hard work and social media.

“We try to work with the community and other local businesses.

“I believe the town will only succeed if we all work together.

“We try and engage with the community and help out wherever we can.

“We are really looking forward to the next few years in the town centre.”

To celebrate the very special anniversary today, the shop is running a special promotion. People who like a post on Braintree Council’s Facebook page here can receive a free Oreo milkshake.

Visit www.shakeexpress.co.uk.