Awards

Six talented young chefs from across the South West have secured their places in the final of South West Junior Chef of the Year 2026

The six finalists in the Junior Chef category, for under 16-year-olds, emerged from a series of county finals held throughout June and July, impressing expert judges with their skill, creativity and passion for local ingredients.

Exeter College recognises hospitality apprentices and calls for businesses to invest in future talent

Hospitality and catering apprentices from Exeter College are being recognised for their achievements, alongside the employers whose commitment is helping to develop the next generation of skilled professionals.

St Austell Brewery celebrates double success at British Training Awards

St Austell Brewery has been recognised with two accolades at the British Training Awards 2026 for its commitment to employee development and career progression.

Somerset’s White Lake Cheese wins two trophies and 15 awards at Great Yorkshire Show

White Lake Cheese took the top prize in two categories at the Great Yorkshire Show Cheese & Dairy Produce Championship, accompanied by a further 15 prizes for 14 different cheeses.

Lyme Bay Winery remains England’s most awarded still wine producer, securing 18 medals across four prestigious competitions

Lyme Bay Winery is celebrating a stellar season of recognition, having secured an impressive haul of 18 medals across four of the wine industry’s most competitive events this year.

Devon food innovator Stella West-Harling MBE highly commended at Women in Food & Drink Awards 2026

ProSauce Founder and CEO Stella West-Harling MBE has been recognised among this year’s leading women in food and drink, receiving Highly Commended in the Product Developer of the Year category at the Women in Food & Drink Awards 2026.

Flapjackery adds two more Gold Taste of the West Awards to its growing trophy cupboard

Devon-based Flapjackery is celebrating another successful year at the Taste of the West Awards after winning two more Gold Awards for its Raspberry and White Chocolate Flapjack and Salted Caramel Fudge Flapjack.

Sandford Orchards’ founder, Barny Butterfield, receives lifetime achievement award for services to the cider industry

Barny Butterfield, founder of Sandford Orchards was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award for Services to the Cider Industry at the Royal Bath & West Show last month.

Trevithick & Trays named Cornwall’s best farm shop

A Cornish family-run farm shop and café is celebrating after being named Best Farm Shop/Deli in the Muddy Stilettos Cornwall Awards 2026.

The Whitmore Tap wins Best Pub in Bristol

The Whitmore Tap in Clifton, managed by Butcombe Pubs & Inns, is raising a glass after securing a major win at the 2026 National Pub & Bar Awards.

Devon’s Sandford Orchards’ Red Zero wins cider trophy at World Alcohol Free Awards

Devon-based Sandford Orchards is celebrating winning the Best Non-Alcoholic Cider Trophy at the World Alcohol-Free Awards for its alcohol-free cider, Red Zero, following on from winning Gold at these awards earlier this year.

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.

Harry’s Cider crowned British Perry Champion 2026

Harry’s Cider is celebrating a landmark achievement after being crowned British Perry Champion 2026 at the Royal Bath & West British Cider Championships.

South West tourism businesses strike triple gold at VisitEngland Awards for Excellence

Tourism businesses from Devon, Cornwall and Exmoor brought home eight national awards, including three Golds, at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2026, at Aerospace Bristol on 3rd June.

Somerset-based Feltham’s Farm wins Best English Cheese at Artisan Cheese Awards

Certified organic cheesemaker, Feltham’s Farm was presented with both the Best English Cheese and Best Cow Cheese trophies at the 10th edition of the Artisan Cheese Awards, for its newest cheese, Lucky Marcel.

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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