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Purbeck Cider invites the local community to be part of a unique charity cider initiative

Independent Dorset cidermaker Purbeck Cider Company is inviting consumers to get closer to the cider-making process this September, with the return of its annual Apple Day on Saturday 12th September 2026.

Bath Rugby and St Austell Brewery strengthen partnership with new-look bars and enhanced matchday experience

Bath Rugby and St Austell Brewery have entered the next phase of their long-standing partnership, marked by major bar refurbishments across the Tribute Stand to elevate the matchday experience.

The Greenbank raises over £1,000 for the RNLI at annual Dragon Boat Race

Following a successful weekend of Dragon Boat Racing on the Falmouth waterfront, The Greenbank has raised £1,016 for the RNLI.

Loungers to open Picaro Lounge in The Mall, Cribbs Causeway, this Wednesday

Loungers, the West Country–based café‑bar group, will open the doors to Picaro Lounge in The Mall, Cribbs Causeway on Wednesday – 19th August 2026, creating around 30 new jobs for the local community.

Bristol business saves charities more than £10,000 a year

A Bristol-based business has saved charities more than £10,000 annually by providing its services completely free of charge.

Langage Farm’s premium ice cream makes exciting Kansai debut in Japan

Partnering with Merry Days Co., Ltd., Langage Farm’s premium soft serve ice cream made its highly anticipated Kansai debut this month, at the picturesque English Garden Rosa & Berry Tawada in Shiga Prefecture, Japan.

Falmouth Oyster Festival announces 2026 dates

Falmouth Oyster Festival, one of Cornwall’s best-loved specialist food events, is returning to Events Square in Falmouth from Thursday 8th to Sunday 11th October 2026.

FreddyB Posset Gin strikes Gold again

FreddyB has just been awarded Taste of The West Gold Award for its latest addition to the FreddyB Premier Gin Collection, Lemon, Root Ginger & Fresh Herbs, and also Commended for his Elderflower & Rose Gin.

Free support coming soon for Devon businesses

A new, fully funded business support programme is expected to launch in September 2026, helping businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs across Devon to start up, grow, and prosper.

From a family dream to a Cornish icon: Healeys celebrates 40 years at the farm

Founded by David and Kay Healey in 1980, the family have evolved the business through innovation, craftsmanship and entrepreneurial spirit – growing from a small cyder-making venture into one of the region’s most recognisable brands.

For the first time, Britain will celebrate a National Harvest of the Sea

On Sunday 11 October at 6.00 pm, Exeter Cathedral will host the inaugural National Harvest of the Sea – a landmark service recognising the fishermen and women, fishing families and coastal communities whose dedication has provided sustainable seafood to Britain for generations.

Visit West launches new screen tourism campaign with blockbuster-inspired film

A new short film called Starring Bristol has been launched by Visit West today, showcasing some of the blockbuster productions filmed in Bristol to encourage visitors and locals to ‘step onto set and find your favourite scene’ as part of a new screen tourism campaign.

Great British Menu star Simmie Vedi joins team at hospitality tech firm

A high-profile chef has taken up a new role in the hospitality industry, joining the team at the Leafe food hygiene and compliance management app.

Roly’s Fudge wins 11 Stars at the Great Taste Awards

Roly’s Fudge is celebrating a major win at this year’s prestigious Great Taste Awards, securing 11 coveted stars across five of its handmade flavours.

The Real Olive Company launches its first high-polyphenol, unfiltered EVOO

The Real Olive Company has added a new edition to its oil range, an organic, unfiltered, polyphenol-rich extra virgin olive oil in 750ml cans. This oil is made from single-varietal Koroneiki olives grown on one organic grove within the P.G.I. Lakonia region of Greece.

RAVE Coffee lands Great Taste 2-star award with best-selling Signature Blend

Cirencester-based independent roastery, RAVE Coffee has won a Great Taste 2-star for its Signature Blend Nº 1, placing its flagship product in the top 12% of entries at the world’s largest and most trusted food and drink awards.

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