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Somerset’s own ‘Water in a Box’ relaunches with a fresh look and local focus

Framptons breathes new life into its sustainable spring water brand, proudly produced in Somerset with water from the Mendip Hills.

New West Country Produces podcast launched

A new podcast celebrating the people, products and stories behind the South West’s food and drink sector has been launched by Devon-based media company Evo-media.

Visit West launches new branding and identity

Visit West, the official Local Visitor Economy Partnership for the West of England, has announced a bold new identity to bring together its brands.

New national programme opens doors for South West food and drink producers

A new national initiative is aiming to break down barriers and open up major supply chain opportunities for small and micro businesses — including those across the South West’s thriving food and drink sector.

White Lake brings out four new cheeses for Summer

Somerset-based cheesemaker, White Lake Cheese has announced the launch of four new cheeses this month, created for summer spreads, sun-drenched salads and al fresco cheeseboards.

Wraxall Vineyard to celebrate wines of the West Country for English wine week

Wraxall Vineyard is bringing together some of the South West’s most exciting wines this June as part of a week-long celebration of English Wine Week.

Canned Wine Group looks to the future with key new Head of Sales appointment

Canned Wine Group has appointed Grant Allen as its first Head of Sales, a newly created role that marks a significant step in the Bath-based B Corp’s escalating growth across the UK’s off-trade and hospitality sector.

The Food WorksSW unveils new canning line to meet growing demand from drinks sector

The Food WorksSW, the South West’s leading food and drink innovation centre, has launched a new canning line in response to growing demand from food and drink producers looking to scale up production and trial new canned products.

Michael Caines launches South West Chef of the Year competition for 2026

The search has begun for the region’s best chefs. Entries are now open for the South West Chef of the Year.

Harry’s Cider crowned British Perry Champion 2026

Harry’s Cider is celebrating a landmark achievement after being crowned British Perry Champion 2026 at the Royal Bath & West British Cider Championships.

Butcombe Group announces leadership restructure across managed pubs and inns

Butcombe Group has announced strategic changes to its Pubs and Inns leadership structure, with Alice Bowyer appointed as Managing Director of its Managed House Division.

South West tourism businesses strike triple gold at VisitEngland Awards for Excellence

Tourism businesses from Devon, Cornwall and Exmoor brought home eight national awards, including three Golds, at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2026, at Aerospace Bristol on 3rd June.

Somerset-based Feltham’s Farm wins Best English Cheese at Artisan Cheese Awards

Certified organic cheesemaker, Feltham’s Farm was presented with both the Best English Cheese and Best Cow Cheese trophies at the 10th edition of the Artisan Cheese Awards, for its newest cheese, Lucky Marcel.

South West Tourism Awards surge as sector shows strength across all regions

Tourism businesses across the South West are stepping forward in record numbers this year, with all four regional awards programmes reporting strong growth in entries.

White Lake wins two major trophies at Artisan Cheese Awards

Somerset-based White Lake Cheese has come away from this year’s Artisan Cheese Awards as one of the competition’s biggest winners, taking two category winner trophies, three category runner-up prizes and 27 other awards.

Matthews Cotswold Flour hosts South West bakers networking event in Exeter

The team from Matthews Cotswold Flour was delighted to host a fantastic networking event for South West Bakers on Tuesday 19th May in the heart of Exeter.

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