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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.

Cornish Gems wins Future Icons award

Cornish Gems, the luxury holiday letting specialist based in Cornwall, is thrilled to announce that it has won first place in the Responsible Travel Experience – Within the UK category, at the Country & Town House’s Future Icons Awards.

Vibrant new Pan-Asian restaurant set to spice up Cotswold high street

Lechlade is gearing up for an exciting addition to its food scene this December, with the launch of You Me and Umami.

Sedgemoor Farm Shop – The Taste of Somerset and the Taste of the West

Nestled just off the M5 near Junction 22, Sedgemoor Farm Shop brings together the finest West Country flavours under one roof.

Leading UK vineyards pledge shared commitment to bolstering the West Country wine scene in 2026

A collective of leading southwest vineyards joined forces, pledging even greater collaboration to further bolster the region’s impressive reputation for wine production and tourism.

A festive feast of food, drink & hospitality in Bristol and Bath

This Christmas, the twin hubs of Bristol and Bath are rolling out the red carpet, offering a tapestry of festive cheer that is as rich in history as it is in fun.

Visit West reveals region’s tourism value rises to record high

Visit West announced a value of £2.7bn for tourism to the region in 2024, the highest ever direct spend from visitors recorded by the tourism body.

China Fleet Country Club celebrates double wins at Cornwall Tourism Awards

China Fleet Country Club has been recognised for its outstanding quality and commitment, bringing home awards from the prestigious Cornwall Tourism Awards 2025.

Winners sparkle at 24th Cornwall Tourism Awards

Truro Cathedral was awash with celebrations as 69 trophies were presented to the leading tourism and hospitality businesses from Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

Cornwall Hospitality Collective sparks sector collaboration amid tourism uncertainty

Over 80 hospitality businesses gathered at the Cornwall Visitor Economy Forum to explore new strategies for attracting visitors and building resilience across the sector.

JAMU launches fresh new flavour – Cucumber & Pineapple

Premium soda brand, JAMU has launched a fourth tantalising flavour, Cucumber & Pineapple to its range of all-natural premium sodas that not only offer great taste, but are naturally gut-friendly too.

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