A local firm has been highlighted at an event for inspiring UK entrepreneurs ahead of Small Business Saturday.

 Massimo and Margherita, owners of Shambles restaurant & wine bar, were one of a hundred of small business owners out of 5.5 million joining a special reception at the House of Lords on Monday, 2 December, to celebrate Small Business Saturday, which is taking place tomorrow, 7 December.

Massimo and Margherita co-own Shambles restaurant and wine bar in Teddington (Image supplied)

The campaign celebrates small businesses' success and encourages people to 'shop local' and support businesses in their communities.

Hosted by Small Business Saturday, in partnership with the campaign's founder and principal supporter American Express, the event in Westminster honoured Shambles as part of this year's SmallBiz100.

The SmallBiz100 is a line-up of 100 brilliant small businesses from all over the country, which have been spotlighted in the lead-up to Small Business Saturday.

The SmallBiz100 is a line-up of 100 brilliant small businesses from all over the country, which have been spotlighted in the lead-up to Small Business Saturday (Image supplied)

Shambles was featured in recognition of its inspiring entrepreneurial journey, which has seen it in business for 41 years this December, delivering high quality food and wine to Teddington.

The House of Lords event kicked off a week of celebrations ahead of Small Business Saturday, as it marks the contribution of the nation's 5.5 million small businesses to communities, the local economy and wider society.

Shambles' co-owner, Massimo Langella said: "It's an understatement to say we're thrilled to be included in this year's SmallBiz100.

"As a second-generation family-run business, we have seen the amazing impact the community has on our local high street, and our restaurant and wine bar has a lot of thanks to give to all our amazing guests over the years.

"The additional continued support received leading up to Christmas from the Small Business Saturday UK campaign is a fantastic reminder to everyone to shop small.

"Being selected in such a widely known and positive national initiative that celebrates all the UK's diverse small businesses is an absolute honour for Shambles and our team.

"It has been this year's icing on the cake by a country mile."

At the event on Monday, small business owners from across the UK and MPs from across the political spectrum came together with the Small Business Minister, Gareth Thomas MP, speaking at the event and meeting many entrepreneurs.

Michelle Ovens CBE, Director of Small Business Saturday UK, said: "Small businesses like Shambles restaurant & wine bar deliver incredible value across their local community and the wider economy, so it is wonderful to have celebrated their contribution at the House of Lords.

"Public support is absolutely vital for small businesses across the UK, so we urge everyone up and down the country to get behind them on Small Business Saturday and beyond."

The grassroots, not-for-profit campaign, Small Business Saturday was originally founded by American Express in the U.S. in 2010.

American Express remains the principal supporter of the campaign in the UK, as part of its ongoing support of the UK high street and commitment to encouraging consumers to shop small.

On Small Business Saturday, customers across the UK go out and support all types of small businesses, online, in offices and in stores; from independent shops and restaurants to small service and b2b businesses like accountants and plumbers.

Many small businesses celebrate the day by hosting events, offering promotions, and collaborating with other small businesses.

This weekend, Shambles will be marking the campaign by offering 41% off any sparking wine in conjunction with its 41st Birthday.

Running for over a decade, Small Business Saturday is the UK's most successful business campaign, engaging millions around the value of small businesses and seeing billions of pounds spent with small firms on the day.

Dan Edelman, General Manager, UK Merchant Services at American Express, said: "With the festive period fast approaching, it's heartening that public support for small businesses remains strong. Small Business Saturday is a campaign which remains as important now as when it first began.

"That's why American Express is proud to champion the nation's much-loved independent businesses as principal supporter, encouraging the nation to shop small."