THE Topiary Salon in Old Basing is a finalist in the Networking Mummies Recognition National Business Awards.

The business run by Laura and Matt Haystaff is up for the Small Business of the Year Award.

Proud and honoured to have made it as a finalist, Laura said: “To me what I do is my passion and rewarding anyway, but to be recognised for that is amazing.

“Networking communities like Networking Mummies give crucial guidance and support to mums and dads, like us who want to pursue not only a career, but to build a company for our children's future and contribute to our local economy."

The winners will be announced at a glitzy black tie awards ceremony on Saturday March 28 at Jury’s Inn in Birmingham.