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The Cornwall Hotel Collection announce acquisition of The Falmouth Hotel

The Cornwall Hotel Collection, owners of The Greenbank in Falmouth and The Alverton in Truro, is delighted to announce the purchase of one of Falmouth town’s most iconic seafront destinations.

VisitBritain/VisitEngland activity boosts economy by £1.26 billion, as agency sets out plans to grow value of tourism

The agency reported the figures, which cover its activity from April 2021 to July 2023, as it brought industry leaders together at its annual review event on 22 May ‘Working in partnership to drive a thriving tourism industry’.

FEA warns of scammers ripping off foodservice equipment companies

FEA is warning that scammers are targeting foodservice equipment suppliers with sophisticated schemes that could cost the industry tens or even hundreds of thousands.

VisitEngland joins forces with AccessAble to promote new tourism accessibility guides

VisitEngland is working with AccessAble to support hospitality and tourism businesses across England to provide detailed descriptions of their venue accessibility for visitors.

Britain’s biggest dairy company commits to the future of UK food production with major new investments

Arla Foods pledges more than £300m to five UK sites on the day of Farm to Fork Summit, from Scotland to the West Country.

Bristol Beer Factory brewing a bright future with move to new modern facility

Bristol Beer Factory (BBF) is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in their brewing journey as they prepare to transition from their beloved Victorian home to an innovative, future-focused location.

Rare & Pasture announces merger with Tempus Foods

South Devon charcuterie and smoked meat brand Rare & Pasture has announced it is merging its business with Weybridge-based charcuterie company Tempus Foods, owned by Masterchef finalists Tom Whitaker and Dhruv Baker, with the aim of expanding production and sales of both of their award-winning products.

The Good Cup: Revolutionising sustainability in the UK’s beverage industry

Sadly our industry faces two issues when it comes to sustainability: The high volume of single use plastic generated everyday, and new issues created by greenwashing.

St Austell Brewery and Rick Stein Group partner up

St Austell Brewery has signed a three-year deal with the prestigious Rick Stein Restaurant Group to supply its beer in its venues.

Bar Buoy launches new canned cocktail range

Award-winning premium cocktail company Bar Buoy, has launched its new range of canned cocktails.

Food Drink Devon appoints four new directors to its board as the Community Interest Company (CIC) thrives

One of the country’s leading food and drink organisations, Food Drink Devon, is thrilled to announce the appointment of four new directors to its board.

GAIL’s says hello to Clifton Village

Clifton Village’s newest craft bakery, GAIL’s, has announced that it’ll open on Thursday 2nd May.

Cirencester welcomes South Indian dining to its restaurant scene

Dosa Park, the South Indian dining specialists, have finally opened their doors in Cirencester.

Fresh discoveries await as popular market returns

A popular independent and sustainable market returns to Discovery Quay (formerly Events Square) in Falmouth next month, bringing local produce to the quayside twice a week.

Salcombe Brewery Co.’s Island Street Porter and Lifesaver win golds and more at SIBA Awards

Salcombe Brewery Co. is thrilled to reveal that both its Lifesaver and Island Street Porter beers have won gold at the recent SIBA SW Regional Awards, with the latter also picking up a silver in the Champion Cask category and a Best in Class Award.

Zeal celebrates topping out for net zero carbon hotel in Exeter

Zeal Hotels held a topping-out ceremony for voco Zeal Exeter Science Park.

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