Somerset-based family cider maker Thatchers has announced the appointment of Eleanor Thatcher to its Board of Directors.
Eleanor is a fifth-generation cider maker who is said to embody the “values and traditions of the 120-year-old company, while also bringing a fresh perspective to cider making, sustainability and innovation.”
The company noted that as the next generation of the family, her passion is cidermaking, protecting the environment and ensuring the sustainability of the business.
Managing Director Martin Thatcher, who is Eleanor’s father, said: “I feel very proud to head up a family business, one that I am delighted to say is fast becoming a fifth-generation cider business. I see it as my duty to ensure when the time is right, I hand down a business that is able to thrive both now and in the future.
“Eleanor’s appointment brings with it her unique blend of tradition and innovation. Her dedication to our family’s heritage, combined with her forward-thinking approach, makes her an invaluable addition and one I believe will keep us making the best ciders in the world for decades to come.”
Eleanor added: “I am honoured to join the Board of Directors at Thatchers Cider. Working in a family business is very special for me; it’s about remembering and cherishing our history whilst at the same time innovating.
“I have a passion for cider making and I care deeply about Thatchers continuing to make high-quality cider that our customers love, whilst also ensuring that we protect the environment for future generations. My role now is to continue what my family has built; making great quality cider, in harmony with nature, for another 120 years.”
