Farm Shop Focus
This month’s Fabulous Farm Shops’ Farm Shop Focus is on Roots Farm Shop in Wiltshire.
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Simply Hospitality Podcast builds momentum with Season 3 following successful launch at The Source trade show
Simply Hospitality – The Podcast, began its third season with a live launch at The Source Show earlier this year.
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Turning up the heat: Easton Chilli’s new cookery school
Bristol-based artisan producer Easton Chilli has unveiled an exciting new chapter in its growth story with the launch of its dedicated Cookery School, bringing hands-on, chilli-focused classes to the heart of its Easton HQ.
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A taste of Summer: Cheltenham Food & Drink Festival returns to Montpellier Gardens
Summer is firmly on the horizon, and with it comes the return of one of the Cotswolds most anticipated celebrations of food, drink and community — the Cheltenham Food & Drink Festival.
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Winterhalter launches the 12th KP of the Year competition
Winterhalter has announced the launch of the 2026 Kitchen Porter of the Year competition, giving the industry a chance to celebrate the everyday heroes of foodservice and catering and the vital work they do.
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Plonk’d launches brunch
Plonk’d, the Spanish inspired restaurant and bar in Wadebridge, has launched a vibrant new brunch menu, bringing the relaxed spirit of Northern Spain to weekend mornings in North Cornwall.
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RAVE Coffee collaborates with (Un)ordinary for first ever oat drink blend
Cirencester-based independent roastery, RAVE Coffee will release its first blend created specifically for oat drinks this month, in collaboration with (Un)ordinary from Winchester.
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Getting to know: Angus Lugsdin
There’s something quietly compelling about Angus Lugsdin.
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Aussie BBQ favourite fires up new venue in Cornwall
Smoke, fire and big, bold flavours are taking centre stage in Cornwall as The Aussie Smoker opens the doors to its first permanent venue in Penryn.
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St Austell Brewery celebrates two South West pub revivals with thoughtful refurbishments and fresh energy
St Austell Brewery is continuing its investment in the South West’s hospitality scene, with the reopening of two much-loved pubs.
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Sudeley Castle & Gardens reopens for the 2026 season with sensational spring highlights and events
Sudeley Castle & Gardens – one of Gloucestershire’s leading, and most prestigious, visitor attractions - welcomed visitors back through its gates once again when it reopened for the 2026 season on Saturday 14th March in time for Mother’s Day.
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The perfect Spring day out – Cricklade Hotel & Spa Spring Fair
Cricklade Hotel & Spa is thrilled to announce news of its upcoming Spring Fair on Saturday 25th April! Featuring over 20 fabulous stallholders, the Spring Fair will run from 10am until 4pm.
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Saint Sithney Distillery acquires Cape Cornwall Rum Company
Cornish craft spirits producer Saint Sithney Distillery has announced the acquisition of Cape Cornwall Rum Company, marking a significant step in the company’s expansion into the premium rum category.
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IHG Hotels & Resorts unveils the new Hotel Indigo Gloucester – The Forum
The new design-led boutique hotel, has officially opened its doors in the vibrant city of Gloucester. The architect-designed 4-storey building is located within the city’s award-winning urban renewal development – The Forum.
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Lympstone Manor announces Celebration of Speed 2026 with hosts including Jenson Button and Ant Anstead
The annual and much anticipated festival Celebration of Speed returns to Lympstone Manor on Wednesday 8 July 2026; sponsored by Dolcetti.
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Meet the Gin Maker: An exclusive hospitality networking event at Boringdon Hall
The Institute of Hospitality South West Region is delighted to invite hospitality professionals to an exclusive “Meet the Gin Maker” networking event, taking place on 22 April 2026, from 5.00pm to 7.00pm.
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Dryad Gin celebrates continued success at Taste of the West Awards
Somerset-based distillery Dryad Gin Ltd is celebrating its latest success at the prestigious Taste of the West Awards, reinforcing its reputation for crafting distinctive, high-quality spirits rooted in place and nature.
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