THE Woolly Shepherd, based in Wellington, which manufactures natural acoustic solutions for all types of venues, has won an award.

Company director Tim Simmons was pleased the firm was announced the first ever winner of the Institute of Acoustics sustainability award.

He said: “We are delighted to have our work recognised by the Institute. We have been working hard for a number of years to ensure that our business not only produces high-performance, professional products, but continues to do so in the most sustainable way possible.

The Woolly Shepherd is a family business headed up by Tim and Marty Simmons.