South West Initiatives

Chickpea Group to open The King’s Arms in Shaftesbury, Dorset

The trio behind the Wiltshire based Chickpea Group are excited to have acquired the King’s Arms in Shaftesbury, in what will be their first pub in the county of Dorset.

Planning permission granted for Penzance’s Market House project

Planning consent has been given for the £4.1 million renovation of Market House, an exciting investment project which will be delivered by The Penzance Regeneration Company.

Josh Eggleton MBE gets leading chefs on board to launch interactive Farm Bus

The Pony Group is building and launching an interactive Farm Bus, to drive nationwide awareness and understanding of how our food is grown.

Exclusive supper club with Adam Henson at Cotswold Farm Park

Cotswold Farm Park will host an exclusive Supper Club with Adam Henson, offering guests a unique evening filled with farm-fresh cuisine, storytelling, and live entertainment.

Origin Coffee sets sail to reduce carbon emissions by over 90%

Leading B Corp speciality coffee roasters, Origin Coffee, has announced a long-term partnership to deliver new product from Brazil to Cornwall across the Atlantic Ocean on a sailboat – Sail Ship Coffee.

Luscombe Drinks’ canned soft drinks range now widely available

Luscombe Drinks is excited to announce that its popular range of canned drinks can now be purchased online and through selected wholesalers.

Spreading tasty Christmas cheer while supporting the local community

As plans start to ramp up for the festive season, thoughts quickly turn to presents.

Voyager Coffee raises £1700 for Project Waterfall during UK Coffee Week

Devon-based roastery, Voyager Coffee, has successfully raised £1700 for Project Waterfall,

Sustainable chef appointed at voco Zeal Exeter Science Park’s new restaurant, ISCA

Andy Short has been appointed as head chef at ISCA, the restaurant at voco Zeal Exeter Science Park.

Black Bee Honey partners with Michelin star restaurant Osip and chef Merlin Labron-Johnson

B Corp certified Black Bee Honey has partnered with Michelin and Green star restaurant Osip to set up beehives at the restaurant’s new farm location in Bruton.

B Corp Origin Coffee announces roastery expansion in Porthleven

Leading B Corp speciality coffee roasters, Origin Coffee, announces the expansion of its Cornwall roastery.

Shop Cotswolds teams up with Poco Culina for food and drink networking event

On 16th October 2024, Poco Culina hosted the Shop Cotswolds networking event for food and drink producers in the Cotswolds and Forest of Dean region.

Rockwater’s new Sandbanks venue to open spring 2025

Rockwater, leading hospitality and lifestyle group, has confirmed that its third venue will open in Sandbanks, Poole, next spring, creating more than 150 jobs.

Colwith Farm Distillery unveils Cornwall’s first authentic blackcurrant liqueur

This autumn, Colwith Farm Distillery proudly introduces the Aval Dor Cornish Blackcurrant Vodka Liqueur, an exceptional creation that marks a first for both the distillery and Cornwall.

6 O’clock Gin Glassboat celebrates its first birthday !

6 O’clock Gin Glassboat marked their first anniversary of its establishment with a special ‘open to everyone’ onboard party.

Salcombe Brewery Co. donates over £2300 to The Seahorse Trust

Salcombe Brewery Co. is proud to announce its latest donation of over £2300 to The Seahorse Trust.

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