Arkell’s Brewery has joined forces with the new leaseholders of the former Talbot Inn to announce its relaunch under a new name, with doors set to open later this month.
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Michael Caines launches South West Chef of the Year competition for 2026
The search has begun for the region’s best chefs. Entries are now open for the South West Chef of the Year.
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A feast for the senses – The Cotswold Show Food Hall 2026
From award-winning cheeses to craft spirits, artisan chocolate to fresh doughnuts — the Cotswold Show Food Hall returns bigger and better than ever on 4th and 5th July.
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South West Tourism Awards surge as sector shows strength across all regions
Tourism businesses across the South West are stepping forward in record numbers this year, with all four regional awards programmes reporting strong growth in entries.
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Matthews Cotswold Flour hosts South West bakers networking event in Exeter
The team from Matthews Cotswold Flour was delighted to host a fantastic networking event for South West Bakers on Tuesday 19th May in the heart of Exeter.
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From reluctant entry to top spot: Tom Holland wins King of the Cocktails
Reluctant competitor Tom Holland was crowned King of the Cocktails on Wednesday 13 May, marking World Cocktail Day in style.
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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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Shop Cotswolds brings Cotswolds producers together at Woodchester Valley Vineyard
Shop Cotswolds was delighted to welcome a high number of food and drink producers from across the Cotswolds and the Forest of Dean to a successful networking event hosted by Woodchester Valley Vineyard.
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Five friends join forces in pub takeover!
One of Cirencester’s worst-kept secrets has been confirmed, with the investors behind the soon-to-reopen Talbot Inn now revealed.
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Eight South West tourism businesses reach national finals in the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence
Eight outstanding tourism businesses from across the South West have been shortlisted as finalists in the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence.
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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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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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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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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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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.
Read moreEntries open for South West Tourism Awards 2026
Entries are now open for the 2026 Tourism Awards across the South West, with tourism and hospitality businesses in Dorset, Devon, Bristol, Bath, Somerset, Gloucestershire, and Cornwall encouraged to take part.
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