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Save the date! Gather – Wednesday 10th June 2026!

This summer, something special happened: The inaugural ‘Gather’, a powerful collaboration between Food Drink Devon and the University of Exeter brought a high-energy event to transform the regional food and drink landscape.

A festive escape awaits at The Gainsborough Bath Spa

The Gainsborough Bath Spa is embracing the magic of Christmas with a series of seasonal experiences designed to bring warmth, comfort, and a touch of indulgence to the heart of Bath.

Canned Wine Group is turning Black Friday into a moment of support for The Drinks Trust

Canned Wine Group has always believed that wine should be enjoyed mindfully, creating meaningful connections between people, planet and place.

New Tourism Champions announced at the Bristol, Bath, Somerset and Gloucestershire Tourism Awards

Tourism businesses from across the region gathered at the Apex City of Bath Hotel for an evening of celebration at the 2025 Bristol, Bath, Somerset & Gloucestershire Tourism Awards.

Sedgemoor Farm Shop – The Taste of Somerset and the Taste of the West

Nestled just off the M5 near Junction 22, Sedgemoor Farm Shop brings together the finest West Country flavours under one roof.

Teffie launches the UK’s first teff-powered snack range, redefining the future of functional snacking

A new wave of feel-good snacking has officially landed. Teffie, the UK’s first teff-based bakery brand, has launched its debut range of soft-baked functional snacks.

Leading UK vineyards pledge shared commitment to bolstering the West Country wine scene in 2026

A collective of leading southwest vineyards joined forces, pledging even greater collaboration to further bolster the region’s impressive reputation for wine production and tourism.

A festive feast of food, drink & hospitality in Bristol and Bath

This Christmas, the twin hubs of Bristol and Bath are rolling out the red carpet, offering a tapestry of festive cheer that is as rich in history as it is in fun.

Visit West reveals region’s tourism value rises to record high

Visit West announced a value of £2.7bn for tourism to the region in 2024, the highest ever direct spend from visitors recorded by the tourism body.

Bistro Chef & Orchardlea bring luxury ready meals to the South West

Elevated home dining brand Bistro Chef, produced by Chef Christophe Lacroix in Bath, is now available to farm shops and fine food retailers across Cornwall, Devon and Somerset through the family run wholesaler Orchardlea.

Shop Cotswolds networking event at FoodWorksSW

FoodWorksSW, in conjunction with Shop Cotswolds, is opening its doors for a free business networking event for food and drink producers on Thursday November 13th 2025.

The Food WorksSW welcomes Majic Protein to its business units

Food and drink innovation centre The Food WorksSW has announced Majic Protein as a new occupant of one of its on-site food-grade business units.

Five-Star fixer: Fred Sirieix’s call to South West hospitality.

Fred Sirieix is launching a brand-new four-part Channel 4 mission, Fred’s Hotel Fixers, and he’s asking any struggling hospitality businesses in the South West to step forward.

Celebrating 33 years of excellence: The Trencherman’s Guide crowns 28 new restaurants in the South West

The stars of South West hospitality aligned in Cornwall for the high-profile launch of the 33rd edition of the Trencherman’s Guide.

Bath born and bred, The Cub Taproom comes to Shires Yard

On Friday 24 October, Bath’s freshest Taproom will be opened by Electric Bear Brewing Co. in Shires Yard.

The Food WorksSW strengthens its services for food and drink businesses

The Food WorksSW, continues to strengthen its support for food and drink businesses with the announcement of a new partnership with One Scientific Labs and a new in-house SALSA Auditor.

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