Turnover growth of 19% in five years to £10m, a hike in membership numbers to 11,000 and a strong ethical commitment have all combined to secure The Phone Co-op the 2016 Growing Co-operative of the Year Award.
The awards were staged by Co-operatives UK, a national network that supports member owned businesses, thought to be worth £34.1bn to the UK economy.
Vivian Woodell, Chief Executive of The Phone Co-op, said: "This award is a tribute to everyone involved, including our members. You've given us the encouragement to keep pushing ahead and to take The Phone Co-op and co-operation to the next level."
Ed Mayo, Secretary General of Co-operatives UK, added: "The Phone Co-op has grown quickly in a difficult and fast-paced market while delivering unswerving support for co-operative and environmental initiatives."