Leominster off-licence smallest in world? (From Hereford Times)

Leominster off-licence smallest in world?

9:31am Thursday 2nd February 2012 in Leominster By Paul Broome

A REAL ale fan thinks his compact Leominster beer shop is the world’s smallest off-licence.

Andre Marsh stocks dozens of beers, ciders and fine wines at the grade II-listed High Street store which measures just 11 square metres.

The 34-year-old, an electrician by trade, says Guinness World Records doesn’t currently have a ‘smallest beer shop’ category but has asked it to consider his Little Shop, saying the accolade would be a coup for the town.

“I’m waiting for them to get back to me to tell me how the application has gone but I believe that can take a long time,” said Andre, who lives near Wigmore.

The tiny store stocks beer, cider and perry from Herefordshire and across the border in Shropshire including familiar brewers such as Leominster-based Mayfields along with Wye Valley and Hobson’s.

It also has a cider or beer on tap.

“There are some good pubs in Leominster," said Andre.

"It could lead to better things for the town.

“Unique attractions are important as many independent businesses rely upon tourism to operate.

“I think it would help the town greatly if it were handed the accolade.”