Meet the Team!


Jordan Grace

10th Generation Grace Business Owner

Jordan took over the business in 2020 just after the first lockdown. Having lived in London previously, he moved back to Tring in 2018, firstly opening Loft 68 Vintage Clothing (located above Graces) before taking over the family business from his grandfather, Gilbert, and has more recently opened a guesthouse above the shop too!

In his spare time, Jordan likes to travel and DJ.

Gilbert Grace

8th Generation Grace Business Owner

Giblert was born in 1936 and spent a lot of his childhood living above the shop. At one time, he was running two Graces shops - the car garage and hire shop!

In his spare time, he likes to play hockey (yes still), enjoys classic cars and spending time with his wife, Julie.

Carol

Senior Retail Associate

Carol has worked for us for almost 30 years and has seen the retail side of business through many changes and eras. Her specialist departments include fireside and ironmongery.

In her spare time, Carol volunteers for the local church cafe, spends time with her family and is also an independent local town councillor!

Cathy

Office Manager

Cathy has been a part of the Graces team for the last 13 years and handles our admin and accounts for our shop, classic car garage and hire shop.

In her free time, Cathy enjoys theatre, gardening and spending time with her young grandchildren!

Jackie

Retail Manager

Jackie's been part of the Graces team for 17 years, providing BIG smiles for Tring and managing every item we stock

In her free time, she likes to see live music, spend time with her boys, and make inappropriate jokes at work

Nicola

Senior Retail Associate

Nicola has been part of the Graces team for 10 years, giving the best customer service you've seen and specialising in haberdashery.

In her free time, she likes to crochet and knit, hang out with her dog and children and enjoys wine.

Paul

Hire, Garage & Calor Technician

Paul started with us in 1976 at the tender age of 16, and has enjoyed a varied career adapting to the many changes in the business over the years - now that's loyalty!

In his free time, Paul enjoys holidaying, gardening and spending time with his family.

Pete

Assistant Technician

Pete has been working for Graces since 1950 (74 years) - no doubt one of the longest serving staff of all time. Primaily in the car garage but he has also spent time on Calor, mowers and implement sharping.

Thank you for your loyalty, Pete!

Tiffany

Retail Associate

Tiffany joined us in Spring 2025, bringing her vibrant personality to the store! A helpful and friendly individual; she's a great team player.

She enjoys watching motorcross and F1 in her free time and is currently learning how to ride a motorbike!

Michael

Junior Retail Associate

Michael joined us in February 2025 - you'll often see him heavy lifting around the shop and assisting customers along the way. Did we mention he goes to the gym?

In his free time, he likes to work out - obviously.

Tom

Junior Retail Associate

Having joined us in May 2025, Tom's quickly learned the ropes here at Graces, proving himself to be a real Jack-of-all-trades!

Outside of work, he's a flipping good gymnast.

Molly

Digital Marketing Associate

Molly started with us in January 2024 to overhaul our social media, online store and digital marketing. Everything you see on this website is thanks to her!

In her spare time, Molly loves going to live music events and enjoys reading.

Josh

Retail Associate

Josh works mostly in film, but occasionally works with us in Graces. A great peple-person in store, with good knowledge of a wide range of products.

In his free time, Josh is an avid kite surfer, loving father and family man.

Ellie

Head of Pest Control/Paw-ject Manager

Ellie has been with us nearly two years, joining as a rescue from the RSPCA. She's fully embraced her new life as Tring's newest "it girl". Catch her begging for treats from staff or strutting it around the town. Just be careful - she's prone to a little bite or scratch... meow!