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Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Bristol Bath & Somerset winners go national!

Regional tourism award winners from across the South West have been named national finalists, and will be representing their regions at the VisitEngland Awards at the Brighton Dome Corn Exchange on 4 June.

‘Four Seas’ by Salcombe Gin launches in Sainsbury’s

Sainsbury’s new listing brings the taste of the British coastline to gin lovers nationwide

Firebrand Brewing Co. gives non-alcoholic beers a makeover

Firebrand Brewing Co. is delighted to unveil a new look for its non-alcoholic beers, Shorebreak and Little Wave.

One of Cornwall’s most iconic waterside pubs Pandora Inn reopens its doors

Two friends and renowned local landlords have reunited to run an iconic Cornish pub they previously worked at together 15 years ago.

Otter Brewery opens The Holt – Exeter

Otter Brewery has opened its first pub and restaurant in the heart of Exeter.

Golden Hooves and BV Dairy win 12 medals at British & Irish Cheese Awards

Farmer-owned dairy co-operative, First Milk, has won 12 medals at the British & Irish Cheese Awards, across both its Golden Hooves and BV Dairy brands.

Paul Ainsworth, Ayesha Kalaji, OSIP and more honoured at the Trencherman’s Awards 2025 for contribution to South West dining scene

Winners of the South West’s most prestigious hospitality awards were unveiled at a glamorous ceremony and multi-course dinner

The Source trade show and Expowest Cornwall celebrate 2025 success and announce 2026 dates

Following this year’s successful events, The Source trade show and Expowest Cornwall – two of the UK’s leading events for the food, drink, and hospitality sector – have announced their 2026 dates, and a new show is launching in 2026.

A harbourside hit: The Stable’s launch night in Padstow

The Stable, renowned for its fresh pizza and craft cider, celebrated the opening of its new Padstow harbourside restaurant recently with an exclusive launch event.

Visit West marks English Tourism Week with Tourism Minister visit and largest annual conference

Visit West celebrated English Tourism Week (14-23 March 2025) in style, with an action-packed agenda to raise the profile of the industry and the region last week.

Luscombe unveils new brand identity to celebrate 50th anniversary

Continuously setting the standard for premium soft drinks, Luscombe has announced a bold and vibrant brand refresh to mark its 50th anniversary.

South West food & drink experts serve up success to FUEL region’s small businesses

Sell-out business growth event from food & drink experts KW Marketing returns this April to equip the region’s food & drink brands with the strategies, insights, and connections they need to scale smarter.

Final call for entries into the 2025 Food Drink Devon Awards

The deadline to enter the prestigious 2025 Food Drink Devon Awards is fast approaching, with entries closing on Monday 31st March.

Burford named Supreme Champion at British & Irish Cheese Awards 2025

A washed rind, Alpine-style cheese from Gloucestershire has been named Supreme Champion at the British & Irish Cheese Awards 2025.

South West Brewing Director voted best of the bunch in industry awards

St Austell Brewery’s head of brewing was celebrated by industry professionals at a prestigious beer awards ceremony last week.

Nisbets Live 2025 – Bigger and better than ever

Nisbets, the leading supplier of catering equipment in the UK and Ireland brings Nisbets LIVE 2025 to the National Catering Equipment Centre on March 26th and 27th.

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