BUSINESS in Hadleigh has become a family affair after two brothers set up shops next door to each another.

Enterprising Joe Mashford, 23, launched new sandwich shop, Munchbox, last week, just days after brother Sam, 25, celebrated the one-year anniversary of bike store, Belo Virtuoso.

Joe, who worked at Morrisons supermarket before setting up shop, said both their London Road businesses are thriving.

He said: “It started out as my dad’s idea really. He saw the shop going and thought there was a gap in the market for a really good sandwich bar.

“He owns his own gardening business and was in a position to help me get started.

“So far I have had really positive feedback from customers, everyone seems to be really impressed.” His shop sells freshly made sandwiches along with home-made milkshakes and cakes and biscuits prepared by his sister