Sudeley Castle & Gardens – one of Gloucestershire’s leading, and most prestigious, visitor attractions – welcomed visitors back through its gates once again when it reopened for the 2026 season on Saturday 14th March in time for Mother’s Day.
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Saint Sithney Distillery acquires Cape Cornwall Rum Company
Cornish craft spirits producer Saint Sithney Distillery has announced the acquisition of Cape Cornwall Rum Company, marking a significant step in the company’s expansion into the premium rum category.
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IHG Hotels & Resorts unveils the new Hotel Indigo Gloucester – The Forum
The new design-led boutique hotel, has officially opened its doors in the vibrant city of Gloucester. The architect-designed 4-storey building is located within the city’s award-winning urban renewal development – The Forum.
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Lympstone Manor announces Celebration of Speed 2026 with hosts including Jenson Button and Ant Anstead
The annual and much anticipated festival Celebration of Speed returns to Lympstone Manor on Wednesday 8 July 2026; sponsored by Dolcetti.
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Cornish business launches national collaboration
In the two years since its launch, Liskeard-based No More Lids has made a significant mark on the hospitality industry. The company has just announced the next phase in its mission: a collaboration with industry giant Zeus Food.
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Devon’s Sandford Orchards wins listing in Sainsbury’s
Devon-based Sandford Orchards has just secured a listing for its award-winning Devon Red Cider in Sainsbury’s stores across the South West, making it available to an even wider cider audience.
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Entries open for South West Tourism Awards 2026
Entries are now open for the 2026 Tourism Awards across the South West, with tourism and hospitality businesses in Dorset, Devon, Bristol, Bath, Somerset, Gloucestershire, and Cornwall encouraged to take part.
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Bristol-based Vital Duo brings innovative new chocolate to market with support from The Food WorksSW
Inspired by Five Elements philosophy, Bristol-based chocolate brand Vital Duo is the latest food business to harness the expertise and specialist facilities at The Food WorksSW, North Somerset’s dedicated food and drink innovation centre.
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St Austell Brewery and St. Ewe launch limited-edition ‘Tribute Eggstra’
Two Cornish businesses have come together to launch Tribute Eggstra – the world’s first high protein beer brewed with eggs.
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South West businesses celebrate gold as Taste of the West Hospitality & Retail Awards gather momentum in 2026
From seafood specialists to tearoom owners, some of this year’s early Gold Award winners share what the accolade means for their businesses and why entering could be one of the best decisions you make in 2026.
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The Cornwall Hotel Collection announces the acquisition of The Atlantic Hotel in Newquay
The Cornish-owned hospitality group expands its portfolio with landmark Newquay hotel, pledging future restoration and community-focused stewardship.
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Somerset cheesemaker wins three trophies at British & Irish Cheese Awards
Roger Longman from White Lake Cheese is celebrating a raft of wins from the British & Irish Cheese Awards last week, after the Somerset-based cheesemaker took home three of the competition’s most prestigious trophies.
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Dazel Ash named Supreme Champion at British & Irish Cheese Awards
Dazel Ash from Rosary Goats Cheese rose to the top in a field of over 600 entries, judged by 60 industry experts, to take the top prize at the 30th anniversary edition of these prestigious Awards.
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St Austell Brewery donates £25,000 to mentor programme transforming young men’s lives
St Austell Brewery has announced a £25,000 donation to A Band of Brothers Cornwall, a charity transforming the lives of young men through mentorship and long‑term community support.
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Tourism Awards earn prestigious ‘Outstanding’ Trust Mark accreditation
Services for Tourism has earned ‘Outstanding’ Trust Mark accreditation for their management of the Dorset, Bristol, Bath and Somerset, Devon and Cornwall Tourism Awards.
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Butcombe Original wins Gold at the International Brewing Awards
Butcombe Brewing Co is celebrating a major industry accolade after its flagship beer, Butcombe Original, secured a coveted Gold Medal at this year’s International Brewing Awards.
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