South West News

Sharp’s Brewery releases limited-edition Rock ‘A’ Berry

Rock-based Sharp’s Brewery has, this week, launched its newest limited-edition brew, Rock ‘A’ Berry, across four different Cornwall-based outlets, as well as online.

Rick Stein Restaurants and 21 Hospitality Group launch chef apprenticeships

Rick Stein and North East-based restaurant company 21 Hospitality Group are hoping to bridge the skill shortage with a newly launched chef apprenticeship scheme.

The Ostrich named Best Pub in Bristol at National Pub & Bar awards

It’s official… Butcombe Pubs & Inns’ The Ostrich is the best pub in Bristol. The iconic pub on Bristol’s harbourside has been named as a County Winner at this year’s National Pub & Bar Awards.

YHA announces new accommodation offering at Cornwall’s Eden Project

YHA (England & Wales) has announced a brand-new accommodation offering at the Eden Project for 2022.

Cornish Premier Pasties predict £7m turnover after successful first quarter growth

Cornish Premier Pasties is celebrating a record start to the year, with sales up 54% at the end of the first quarter and turnover predicted to reach £7m in 2022.

Local chefs bring The School of Food to City of Bristol College

Local chef Josh Eggleton and St Monica Trust’s Adrian Kirikmaa have partnered with City of Bristol College to address the challenges to the hospitality industry with their project The School of Food.

Turning up the impact with a new campaign for Thatchers Blood Orange Cider

Supporting what’s set to be its biggest launch yet, Thatchers Cider is unveiling a new multi-media campaign on 11th April for its new Thatchers Blood Orange Cider.

Bristol hospitality boss helps raise thousands for children’s hospice

A leading figure in Bristol’s hospitality industry has helped raise £12,000 for a children’s hospice – after confessing to being a workaholic.

Brothers Cider grabs headline spot at Glastonbury Festival

Brothers, based in Shepton Mallet, has been announced as the official cider brand at Glastonbury Festival this June.

Under-threat rural pubs receive government funding and are put into community ownership

Two under-threat English pubs and a café tea garden in the South West have been put into community ownership and saved by government funding.

Lyme Bay Winery Cellar Door wins Gold at Taste of the West Awards

Lyme Bay Winery is delighted to announce it has won Gold in the Specialist Retailer Category for its Cellar Door at the Great Taste of the West Awards 2022.

Easter fun – and food – ahead at Abbotsbury attractions!

A fun spotters’ trail, a celebration of the best of Dorset’s food and drink and the chance to see a fine collection of vintage and veteran cars are all part of the Easter celebrations.

Susy Atkins appointed to Food Drink Devon’s board and as head drinks judge of prestigious awards

Food Drink Devon, one of the county’s leading food and drink organisations, has appointed Susy Atkins to their board of directors.

Sausage, ale and music fest set to be a banger!

Following the successful return of March’s beer festival after two dormant years, The Driftwood Spars has announced dates for its next foray into food and drink festivities on the Cornish coast.

Business picking up for Bristol hotels

The recent removal of lockdown restrictions has resulted in a welcome boost to business for many Bristol hotels.

Gloucester Food Dock releases first names for £3.5m waterfront dining destination

Gloucester Food Dock, in the heart of the historic city of Gloucester, has released the names of their first three artisan food & drink businesses.

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