A WORCESTER-based sportswear company has beaten off competition from international brands to win a number of prestigious award.

Scimitar Sports won men’s running best shoe brand, men’s running best brand and a commended award in the women’s running best shoe brand.

The brand, based in Hylton Road, has established a fledgling reputation for designs and manufacturing both custom running kit high-quality retail goods sold through the online shop and selected merchants.

Adam Church-Millward, marketing manager at Scimitar, said: "We’ve increased the amount of running clubs we work with, and we’re seeing more people buy into the core philosophies of our brand.

“By offering premium, long-lasting products at affordable price-points across our custom amd retail products, we’re proud to cater for all types of runners and clubs."

“Scimitar are delighted to pick up these awards - not only is it great to beat renowned international brands, but the win reveals and showcases our loyal fan-base."

"We’d like to thank everyone who voted for us.”