GAIA WHOLEFOODS

This shop was opened in November1983 by the current owners, Dave Kennington and Doe Murray.
We believed that organic agriculture was kinder to the planet, and would better sustain a countryside that was pleasing and satisfying to visit, live in and work in.
We were influenced by the ideas and principles of Macrobiotics, and also those of Ann Wigmore, who promoted a vegan raw sprouted food combining diet.
The shop was set up to help make these types of food more available at a time when this idea of 'healthy eating' was not widespread. Times have changed, and awareness of how agriculture affects the planet, and of how what we eats affects our wellbeing, has increased greatly. This shop helps make these choices clearer and simpler for those who are concerned.