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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.

Somerset ice cream maker Gelato Bros scoops up Middle East export success

A Somerset ice cream maker is scaling up production after landing its first major export contract in the Middle East.

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.

Cornwall’s Sabzi launches its own Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Cornwall-based deli restaurant group, Sabzi, launches its own Extra Virgin Olive Oil this autumn.

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.

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.

HRH The Duchess of Gloucester opens Rodda’s new cottage cheese facility

HRH The Duchess of Gloucester visited Rodda’s Creamery in Scorrier, Cornwall, to mark the opening of the family dairy’s new purpose-built cottage cheese production facility.

New wholesale partnerships support organic growth at Feltham’s Farm

Somerset-based Feltham’s Farm has announced details of three new wholesaler partnerships across the UK, expanding its reach significantly as demand continues to grow at the certified organic dairy.

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.

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.

Arkell’s brewer Jack Bridgman achieves distinction in Brewing Apprenticeship

Arkell’s Brewery Brewer and Quality Control Lead Jack Bridgman has graduated with distinction after completing his Level 4 Brewer apprenticeship.

Warrens Bakery brings back its Christmas Pasty

Warrens Bakery is already gearing up for the festive season with the return of its popular Christmas Pasty.

New webpage promotes careers in Bristol’s hotels

A new webpage has been launched to encourage people to consider careers in Bristol’s vibrant hotel sector and give businesses an opportunity to highlight their vacancies.

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