St Austell Brewery launches plantable beer mats to share sustainability story
St Austell Brewery is launching its latest impact report in a bold and practical way, rolling out biodegradable, plantable beer mats across its South West pub estate.
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Darts Farm marks 55 years with Summer Festival celebration
Darts Farm is celebrating a remarkable milestone – 55 years since of ‘Darts Farm’ and they are celebrating with a three-day Summer Festival from 12th to 14th June 2026.
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Getting to know: Joe Thomson
From becoming a head brewer at just 21 to building the thriving and ever-evolving Firebrand Brewing Co. in Cornwall, and somehow finding time to train for 100+ mile races, Joe’s story is equal parts instinct, resilience and a knack for making the most of opportunity when it appears.
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Canned Wine appoints industry veteran Mark Crowther to its board
Canned Wine Group is delighted to announce that it has named Mark Crowther as a Non-Executive Director and Investor, as the business continues to broaden its portfolio and extend its wealth of experience and knowledge.
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Cirencester cocktail showdown returns for World Cocktail Day
Cirencester’s top mixologists are set to go head-to-head as the town’s annual Summer Cocktail Competition returns to Téatro Restaurant and Bar on Wednesday 13 May.
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The Source trade show sponsors Casual Dining category at Taste of the West Awards 2026
The Source trade show is proud to be an affiliate sponsor of the Taste of the West Awards 2026, supporting the Casual Dining category – an area that continues to play a vital role in reflecting how people eat, meet and experience food across the South West.
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Bar Buoy Cocktails appoints Kevin Parr as Business Development Manager
Devon-based Bar Buoy Cocktails has announced the appointment of Kevin Parr as Business Development Manager, marking a significant step forward in the brand’s expansion across the South West hospitality sector.
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St Ives Food & Drink Festival 2026 returns with fire, flavour and family fun
The much-loved St Ives Food & Drink Festival is set to return, bringing three unforgettable days of food, drink and live entertainment to the golden sands of Porthminster Beach in St Ives.
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Butcombe Brewing Co supports this Sunday’s Great Bristol Run
Butcombe Brewing Co’s Goram IPA Zero is proud to be the Official Non‑Alcoholic Beer Partner of the AJ Bell Great Bristol Run, taking place in the city this Sunday – 10th May 2026.
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Adam Handling Collection (AHC) Food Festival returns for a second year
Chef Adam Handling MBE is bringing back the AHC Food Festival for a second year running, after the huge success of last October’s event.
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Bristol restaurateur and writer announced as finalist in Guild of Food Writers Awards 2026
Owner and founder of BANK Bristol and Lapin, Dan O’Regan has been revealed as a finalist in this year’s Guild of Food Writers Awards.
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Canned Wine Group asks: “Does it pay to be a first mover?” at this year’s London Wine Fair
Canned Wine Group is back for its fourth year exhibiting at the London Wine Fair 2026.
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St Austell Brewery toasts 175 years with commemorative 1851 anniversary beer
St Austell Brewery is marking its 175th anniversary with the release of 1851, a special edition commemorative ale brewed to honour the year the brewery was founded.
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Greendale Farm Shop, Devon
This month’s Fabulous Farm Shops’ Farm Shop Focus is on Greendale Farm Shop in Devon.
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New charity beer ‘Afloat’ makes a splash for water safety
Bays Brewery is making waves this spring with the launch of its second charity beer of 2026, ‘Afloat’.
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South West restaurants recognised at the Trencherman’s Awards 2026
Restaurants, chefs and hospitality teams from across the South West have been recognised at the Trencherman’s Awards 2026.
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