Hospitality

Bath adds a sprinkling of nostalgia to the magic of Christmas

Bath is preparing for a packed festive season, with Christmas markets, light installations, ice skating, theatre and plenty of opportunities to step into the world of Raymond Briggs’ much-loved The Snowman.

Dorset’s five-star Summer Lodge enters new chapter under new ownership

A picturesque hotel in the Dorset countryside, inspired by writer and architect Thomas Hardy, has a new owner.

Lapin set for first London outing, with Beaujolais Nouveau soirée at The Buxton

Bristol-based French restaurant, Lapin will make its London debut on Thursday 19 November with a one-night Beaujolais Nouveau soirée at Shoreditch wine bar and hotel, The Buxton.

Twixmas bookings up more than 20% at Daish’s Holidays as holidaymakers stretch out the festive season

Daish’s Holidays has seen bookings for its Twixmas breaks rise by more than 20 per cent year on year, as more holidaymakers choose UK breaks to extend their celebrations into the days between Christmas and New Year.

South West 660 drives £10m boost to region’s visitor economy

From a simple idea to a major tourism driver, South West 660 is clocking up some impressive milestones.

A supper to Remember: The Admiral Sir John Talbot to honour the armed forces with special Remembrance Sunday dinner

Cirencester pub creates an opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy a three-course supper and support the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal.

Jacob Ashburton-Dunning crowned South West Chef of the Year 2026

A chef from the acclaimed Gidleigh Park in Devon has been crowned South West Chef of the Year 2026, the region’s most prestigious culinary title.

Weather doesn’t dampen spirits of wellbeing walkers in Bristol

Some wild and wicked weather failed to dampen the spirits of hardy hospitality staff who braved the elements for the annual Walk for Wellbeing in Bristol.

Cornish Gems founder named Green Business finalist at West Country Women Awards

Nadia Macer-Wright, founder of independent, B Corp-certified luxury holiday home specialist Cornish Gems, has been named a finalist in the Green Business of the Year category at the 2026 West Country Women Awards.

Cornish distiller Pocketful of Stones oversees £100,000 investment in Newlyn pub

Independent Cornish spirits producer and hospitality operator Pocketful of Stones has overseen the investment of £100,000 in the Red Lion, Newlyn, following the historic harbour-side pub’s first successful summer under the company’s management.

South West producers celebrate latest Taste of the West Awards wins

Food and drink producers across the South West are celebrating following the latest round of Taste of the West Awards, with businesses from Somerset, Devon, Gloucestershire and Bristol among those receiving Gold, Silver and Commended accolades.

Cornwall Visitor Alliance urges government to back tourism

As we approach the Autumn Budget, the Cornwall Visitor Economy Alliance (CVA) is calling on Government to recognise the importance of the visitor economy and the growing pressures facing tourism and hospitality businesses.

MOR launches Surf & Turf Sunday

Tom Sellers’ coastal restaurant at Carbis Bay Estate introduces a £39 sharing-style Sunday menu celebrating the best of land and sea.

Dorset’s tourism stars celebrate at Marsham Court

67 awards were presented at the 14th Dorset Tourism Awards Ceremony, at Marsham Court Hotel in Bournemouth.

Pumpkin picking, spooky tractor rides and family fun this October half term at Healey’s Cyder Farm

From haunted tractor rides to pumpkin carving, Healey’s Cornish Cyder Farm is inviting families to make some magical Halloween memories this October half term, as the much-loved Cornish business celebrates its 40th anniversary.

Three major South West trade shows open their doors to business buyers

Businesses across the South West are being invited to discover new products, meet suppliers and gain fresh inspiration as free registration opens for three leading trade events serving the food, drink, hospitality, catering, foodservice, retail and tourism sectors.

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