A WORLE business has made it through to the final stages of retailers’ version of the Oscars.

Something Extra Special in the High Street is one of the finalists of this year’s greeting card retailing awards - affectionately known as The Retas.

It has been nominated in the best independent greeting card retailer South West category, decided by nationwide voting.

Earlier this year, UK greeting card publishers, card reps and agents nominated the retailers that they felt to be the worthy winners in each of the categories.

The Retas awards, launched in 2005 by Progressive Greetings Worldwide magazine, recognise excellence across the whole retail spectrum, from independents on the high streets, to the mini chains, national multiples, garden centres, department stores and supermarkets.

The winner will be revealed at a glittering awards event London’s Dorchester Hotel on July 11.