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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Nare wins Good Hotel Guide 2026 César Award
The Nare, the country house hotel by the sea set on the Roseland Peninsula, has won a coveted Good Hotel Guide 2026 César Award for Best Seaside Hotel
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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.
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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.
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Teffie launches the UK’s first teff-powered snack range, redefining the future of functional snacking
A new wave of feel-good snacking has officially landed. Teffie, the UK’s first teff-based bakery brand, has launched its debut range of soft-baked functional snacks.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Top tourism awards success for Watergate Bay Hotel
Watergate Bay Hotel, on the North Cornwall coastline, has taken home a prestigious Gold Cornwall Tourism Award as the 2025 winner of “Large Hotel of the Year” category alongside the “Winner of Winners” award.
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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.
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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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