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πππ Congratulations to all the finalists! Last night saw 69 trophies presented at the Cornwall Tourism Awards, in Truro Cathedral. To find out who won what visit π https://t.co/PTJ6pJJ05m and subscribe to the Rise & Shine newsletter while you're there π.
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π΄ A new online hub for the foodservice equipment sector has launched.
@FEA_uk new website brings together equipment guides, technical resources, training, jobs, sustainability information and its new Foodservice Carbon Gateway.
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Catch up on the people, businesses and ideas making things happen across South West food, drink, hospitality and tourism.
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π Planning a festive trip to Bath?
The Snowman, Christmas markets, ice skating, light installations, Peter Pan on Ice and plenty of festive food are all on the programme. βοΈβ¨
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π¨ A new chapter for Dorsetβs five-star Summer Lodge Hotel and Spa.
Somerset hotelier Kevin Newton has acquired the historic Evershot property, which has connections to Thomas Hardy.
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π Is Twixmas becoming the new festive getaway?
@Daishs_Holidays has seen bookings for breaks between Christmas and New Year rise by more than 20% year on year, with festive bookings overall up 16%.
Would you go away for Twixmas?
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π¦ Somerset ice cream maker Gelato Bros is heading overseas after landing its first Saudi contract.
Backed by Β£103k in funding delivered by SWIG Finance, new equipment has increased production sixfold.
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π @SouthWest660 is estimated to have brought 10,000 extra visitors and Β£10m+ to the South West economy in the past year, with spring now the most popular time to explore the route.
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πΉ A conversation with a military veteran inspired a Cirencester pub to bring the community together this Remembrance Sunday.
The Admiral Sir John Talbot to host special supper, with all profits going to Royal British Legionβs Poppy Appeal.
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π« Cornwallβs Sabzi has launched its own extra virgin olive oil, made from Koroneiki olives grown by one family in southern Greece using regenerative farming practices.
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π¨βπ³ Three awards. One night. Just 22 years old.
@gidleighhotel chef Jacob Ashburton-Dunning is the @SWChefComp 2026 winner, also taking Young Professional Chef and Best Menu. π
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π§οΈ Wild weather wasnβt stopping Bristolβs hospitality community!
Around 20 walkers braved the elements for the Walk for Wellbeing, raising around Β£1,200 so far for Hospitality Action. π
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πΏ Responsible tourism that works for Cornwall, not just its visitors.
Cornish Gems founder Nadia Macer-Wright is one of three finalists for Green Business of the Year at the 2026 West Country Women Awards. π
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π A Β£6m investment and a royal opening for @Roddas_Cream in Cornwall.
HRH The Duchess of Gloucester has officially opened the dairyβs new cottage cheese facility in Scorrier.
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π·οΈ Hugh Hastings