A County Durham distillery is marking its fifth anniversary with a string of successes.

WL Distillery was named the official gin sponsor of Lumiere Durham 2025 and featured in Fenwick’s Festive Showcase, alongside other regional artisan producers.

Scott Wilson-Laing, founder and managing director of WL Distillery, said: "Reaching our five-year milestone is both humbling and energising.

Scott Wilson-Laing Founder and Managing Director of WL Distillery (Image: David James Wood)

"What started as a dream in owning a small distillery has grown into something we never could have imagined.

"To then be selected for the Festive Showcase is a huge moment for us, Fenwick is an iconic North East retailer, and to have our gin showcased there during the busiest and most festive time of year means

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