A bracelet business is celebrating its 10th anniversary, having sold to nearly 80,000 customers with a sales income of over £6 million.

El Camino Bracelets, the brainchild of Candace Kellough and Tom Lane, emerged on December 27 a decade ago, when the founders cut their backpacking adventure short for the venture.

The Newquay-based pair were inspired during a hike between Barcelona and Monaco in 2013, when they dreamed of a bracelet that would record their travels.

 

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They returned to the UK early to hone this idea into a product that has since seen burgeoning acclaim on the global stage.

Ms Kellough said: "I’m so pleased Tom and I stuck to our guns all those years ago and turned our dream into a business - and what a journey it has been.

"An El Camino bracelet is ideal for travel lovers and those who wish to commemorate special moments, as each bracelet is bespoke, so can feature destinations explored or milestones reached.

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"And this in turn makes an El Camino the most thoughtful and unique gift, which is why I think we have so many loyal wonderful El Camino customers of all ages all over the world.

"It really helps that no two El Camino’s are the same, as each El Camino is as unique as the wearer’s travel story."

She added: "Launching this business has also meant that since 2013, Tom and I have been able to raise £18,300 for several charities close to our hearts, including the World Land Trust, Surfers Against Sewage, Cool Earth and NHS Charities."

The business's also remains committed to UK-based production, with all El Camino bracelets and necklaces being handmade, contributing to enterprise in the area and business sustainability.

Bracelets start from £26.99, £34.99 for necklaces and Steps from £10.49.