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Lyme Bay Winery secures Avanti West Coast first-class lounge listing

Devon based Lyme Bay Winery is pleased to announce that its single varietal Bacchus 2023 has been listed by the glass in Avanti West Coast’s First Class Lounge at London Euston.

Arkell’s Brewery celebrates apprenticeship success at The Priory Inn, Tetbury

Arkell’s Brewery is proud to announce that Liam King, apprentice chef at The Priory Inn, Tetbury, has successfully completed his Level 2 Commis Chef End-Point Assessment.

Lyme Bay Winery achieves highest possible A+ grade in 2025 BRCGS audit

Lyme Bay Winery has been awarded the highest possible grade, A+, in its 2025 BRCGS Food Safety audit, a milestone that places the Devon-based producer among the UK’s leading accredited food and drink manufacturers.

Origin Coffee secures major double win at global coffee awards

Specialty coffee roaster Origin Coffee has achieved two significant industry accolades, recognised as the Most Sustainable Brand at the European Coffee & Hospitality Awards and crowned UK National Winner at the Perfect Daily Grind Global Coffee Awards.

Devon-based Sandford Orchards scoops more awards for non-alcoholic cider, Red Zero

Devon-based Sandford Orchards is celebrating a fantastic year of awards for its new non-alcoholic cider, Red Zero.

Eco cup innovator No More Lids wins Future of Food 2025

No More Lids, the company spearheading a plastic-free future for UK takeaway drinks, has won the top prize at the Future of Food Competition held at Royal Geographic Society in London.

Industry first as food tech firm, Leafe, unveils offer for unlimited food hygiene training certificates

Hospitality operations app, Leafe, has launched an industry-first offer giving customers access to unlimited CPD-accredited food hygiene training and certifications.

Flapjackery launches its first ever wholesale range

Flapjackery, the Devon bakery loved for its gluten free flapjacks, is launching its first ever wholesale range, making its famous treats easier to enjoy across the UK.

Hotel Indigo opens hotel in Torquay – the heart of the English Riviera

Hotel Indigo, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts luxury and lifestyle portfolio, officially opens the doors to Hotel Indigo Torquay.

79 winners at 16th Devon Tourism Awards

A record 79 trophies were presented at Sandy Park on 27 November, celebrating Devon’s leading tourism and hospitality businesses at the Devon Tourism Awards.

Budget provides cold comfort for Bristol hoteliers

Hopes of Bristol hoteliers that the Autumn budget wouldn’t adversely affect a promising end to 2025 have been dashed by a higher-than-expected wage increase for the under-21s.

A toast to tradition: Iconic west country ale joins the parliamentary pint line-up

Butcombe Brewing Co. is proud to announce that one of its most popular beers, Butcombe Original, is now being served in the Strangers’ Bar at the House of Commons thanks to local Labour MP for North Somerset Sadik Al-Hassan.

Bar Buoy secures major listing with St Austell Brewery

Devon based premium cocktail producer Bar Buoy is celebrating a major milestone after securing a new listing with St Austell Brewery.

Bays Brewery spreads some festive cheer with return of HO-HO-HOppy charity beer

Family-run Bays Brewery in Paignton is kickstarting the season of goodwill with the return of its festive favourite, ‘Jingle Ale’, once again raising funds for Children’s Hospice South West.

South West publicans urge the government to support the pub industry

Publicans across the South West are calling on the government to take positive action and ease mounting financial pressures on pubs ahead of this week’s Budget.

Canned Wine Group is turning Black Friday into a moment of support for The Drinks Trust

Canned Wine Group has always believed that wine should be enjoyed mindfully, creating meaningful connections between people, planet and place.

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