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Speculation is emerging around the future of regional food group Taste of the West

There has been a silence from the current organisation about the future of the South West regional food group, but it is now public knowledge that administrators have been appointed to secure a future for this highly valued brand.

Entries open for Tourism Awards 2025 across South West

Tourism and hospitality businesses across the South West are invited to enter the various South West 2025 Tourism Awards

Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Bristol Bath & Somerset winners go national!

Regional tourism award winners from across the South West have been named national finalists, and will be representing their regions at the VisitEngland Awards at the Brighton Dome Corn Exchange on 4 June.

Golden Hooves and BV Dairy win 12 medals at British & Irish Cheese Awards

Farmer-owned dairy co-operative, First Milk, has won 12 medals at the British & Irish Cheese Awards, across both its Golden Hooves and BV Dairy brands.

Awards for Tourism Awards!

The team running the South West region’s Tourism Awards are thrilled to again achieve the highest ‘Outstanding’ accreditation from the Awards Trust Mark, following feedback from a selection of entrants and judges.

Dorset celebrates its stars

Dorset tourism businesses were celebrating in numbers this week as winners and sponsors of the 12th Dorset Tourism Awards were presented at Marsham Court Hotel in Bournemouth.

Hall & Woodhouse reveals 12% reduction in gas and 7% in electricity usage in 2024

Hall & Woodhouse, the leading family brewer and pub company, has revealed that it has achieved a 12% reduction in gas and 7% in electricity usage across its managed house estate in 2024.

Butcombe Group reports continued strong performance

Butcombe Group, a unique privately owned premium pub operator and brewing Group, is pleased to report a strong performance for the business in the year ended 25th January.

Daish’s Holidays see record Christmas bookings for 2025

Daish’s Holidays, an independent family-owned UK coach holiday group, has announced record bookings for their popular Christmas breaks.

Butcombe Group launches initiative to tackle loneliness

17 Butcombe Group pubs across the South of England have launched a new initiative this week – Butcombe’s Big Table Talk.

Finalists announced for 12th Dorset Tourism Awards

59 finalists have been announced for this year’s Dorset Tourism Awards following five months of judging.

Langham Wine Estate shines at two regional wine awards WineGB West Awards and WineGB Wessex Awards

Langham Wine Estate is celebrating an outstanding year of awards, cementing its place at the forefront of English winemaking.

Paws and Claus: Festive quiz night at Weymouth Bar & Restaurant

A barking good time is in store for the patrons of The Onyx Bar & Restaurant, at The Crown Hotel Weymouth, on Thursday 12th December, when they host a very special festive quiz night.

Langham Wine Estate launches new release of Culver Classic Cuvée NV

Celebrated for its exceptional wines, Langham Wine Estate is proud to introduce its new release of Culver Classic Cuvée NV.

South West food & drink Champions announced at the Taste of the West awards ceremony

The overall champion winners of this year’s Taste of the West Awards programme were announced last night at a prestigious ceremony held at Westpoint Arena near Exeter.

Hall & Woodhouse reveals its decade-long commitment to a quality Christmas with 10th ‘roast potato tour’

Hall & Woodhouse is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its annual Christmas roast potato tour, covering all 52 of its managed pubs across the South.

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