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Clarke Willmott’s South West offices rank highly in High Net Worth guide
Jul 28

Jul 28 Clarke Willmott’s South West offices rank highly in High Net Worth guide

Loop South West
Business, Legal, News, Professional Services

National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP has been recognised at the highest level in the 2025 Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide.

Jul 27
Jul 27 Innovative Cornish journalist Ros Atkins honoured by the University of Exeter

Loop South West
Business, Awards, Celebrity, Culture, News, Education, Lifestyle

Innovative Cornish journalist Ros Atkins has been honoured by the University of Exeter for his passion for truth and justice and work to improve gender balance in newsrooms.

Hoteliers back bigger Bristol arena bid
Jul 26

Jul 26 Hoteliers back bigger Bristol arena bid

Loop South West
Business, Attractions, Arts, Culture, Hospitality, Lifestyle, News, Travel, History, Heritage, Events, Development

Bristol hoteliers have backed plans to increase the capacity of the YTL Arena which is currently under construction at the former Filton Airfield site.

Jul 25
Jul 25 Historic trade deal signed with India to deliver £150 million boost to the South West

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Business, News, Politics, Professional Services

Businesses and workers in the South West are set to benefit from the UK’s trade deal with India as new analysis shows the landmark agreement will deliver a £150 million to the local economy as part of the Plan for Change. 

Inheritance Tax Reform – A Tipping Point for Family Farms?
Jul 24

Jul 24 Inheritance Tax Reform – A Tipping Point for Family Farms?

Loop South West
Business, Lifestyle, News, Politics, Professional Services, Legal, Finance

As Parliament winds down for the summer recess, the question on many farming families’ minds is: will the government be for turning when it comes to proposed tax reforms?

Follow in Jane Austen’s Footsteps this September at The Francis Hotel in Bath
Jul 23

Jul 23 Follow in Jane Austen’s Footsteps this September at The Francis Hotel in Bath

Loop South West
Attractions, Arts, Business, Culture, Events, Heritage, Lifestyle, History, Hospitality, News, Travel

As Bath prepares to mark the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth with its most impressive Jane Austen festival to date, the Grade I listed Francis Hotel invites guests to step back in time with a celebration of its own Georgian roots.

Residents cheer for Chloe's baby gender reveal
Jul 22

Jul 22 Residents cheer for Chloe's baby gender reveal

Loop South West
Business, Care, Events, Lifestyle, News

A mum-to-be has honoured the elderly people she helps care for in Plymouth by involving them in the gender reveal for the baby she is expecting in December.

Jul 21
Jul 21 Post Office campaigner Sir Alan Bates given standing ovation while receiving honorary degree at the University of Exeter

Loop South West
Celebrity, Culture, Education, Events, Lifestyle, News

Post Office Horizon scandal campaigner Sir Alan Bates was given a standing ovation as he received an honorary degree from the University of Exeter in recognition of his work over two decades to expose the abuse of sub-postmasters.

Moving reunion for Margaret and her horse
Jul 20

Jul 20 Moving reunion for Margaret and her horse

Loop South West
Care, Lifestyle, News

The wish of 86-year-old Bridgwater woman Margaret Brown to be reunited with her horse, Indy, after a separation of 12 months has been realized thanks to the efforts of staff at the dementia care home where she lives.

Roadchef unveils first-ever Farm Shop at Sedgemoor Services
Jul 19

Jul 19 Roadchef unveils first-ever Farm Shop at Sedgemoor Services

Loop South West
Business, Travel, Retail, News, Food & Drink

Roadchef has announced the launch of its new Farm Shop at Sedgemoor Services Southbound, on the M5.

Giddy up for a feel-good visit
Jul 18

Jul 18 Giddy up for a feel-good visit

Loop South West
Care, Business, Health, Lifestyle, News

Residents at St Cecilia care home in Somerset were treated to a special visit when Bluey, a friendly three-year-old cob horse, stopped by with his owners, locals Jade and Martin Smith.

Jul 17
Jul 17 Post Office campaigner Sir Alan Bates to be awarded honorary degree by the University of Exeter

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Awards, Celebrity, Culture, Education, Events, Heritage, Lifestyle, News, Politics

Post Office campaigner Sir Alan Bates will join politicians, journalists, philanthropists, entrepreneurs and AI pioneers being given honorary degrees by the University of Exeter this week.

Burgh Island appoints Great British Menu star as new head chef
Jul 16

Jul 16 Burgh Island appoints Great British Menu star as new head chef

Loop South West
Travel, News, Lifestyle, Hospitality, Heritage, Food & Drink, Culture, Celebrity, Business, Attractions

Burgh Island Hotel, the iconic Art Deco retreat on a private tidal island off the coast of Devon, is delighted to announce the appointment of culinary virtuoso Charlotte Vincent as its new Head Chef, who is set to usher in a new era of modern British gastronomy with a sustainable twist.

Clarke Willmott recognised in leading IP rankings
Jul 16

Jul 16 Clarke Willmott recognised in leading IP rankings

Loop South West
Business, Legal, News, Professional Services

Lawyers at national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP have been recognised for their expertise in intellectual property work in a prestigious industry publication.

Jul 15
Jul 15 Bristol hoteliers hope summer will get brighter still

Loop South West
Business, Culture, Attractions, Lifestyle, News, Travel, Hospitality

Schools will soon be out for summer and the peak holiday season will be in full swing but while temperatures have been soaring Bristol hoteliers say they hope summer will be brighter still.

Grand Appeal to get a helping hand from hoteliers
Jul 13

Jul 13 Grand Appeal to get a helping hand from hoteliers

Loop South West
Business, Care, Charity, Culture, Food & Drink, Health, Lifestyle, Hospitality, News, Travel

The Bristol-based Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Appeal is to get a helping hand from hoteliers in the city who have pledgee to raise funds for the Bristol Children’s Hospital Charity.

‘Making Waves’ at Durlston Country Park
Jul 12

Jul 12 ‘Making Waves’ at Durlston Country Park

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Arts, Attractions, Culture, Events, Heritage, Lifestyle, News, Local Authority, Travel

Durlston Country Park’s Fine Foundation Gallery presents an exhibition from  four artists who have  explored sound, water, air, heat and brain waves through 2D and 3D works.

Jul 12
Jul 12 Clarke Willmott adds to growing construction team

Loop South West
Business, Development, Legal, News, Professional Services

National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP has appointed a new partner to its growing construction team.

Dorset Visual Arts and Dorset Museum & Art Gallery Launch Exciting New Open Art Competition
Jul 11

Jul 11 Dorset Visual Arts and Dorset Museum & Art Gallery Launch Exciting New Open Art Competition

Loop South West
Arts, Attractions, Awards, Culture, News, Lifestyle

Dorset Visual Arts (DVA), in proud partnership with Dorset Museum & Art Gallery (DMAG), is delighted to launch a brand-new major open art competition

Air Ambulance’s 5K Twilight Shift a Huge Success
Jul 11

Jul 11 Air Ambulance’s 5K Twilight Shift a Huge Success

Loop South West
Care, Charity, Events, Health, Lifestyle, News, Sport

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance (DSAA) hosted its fourth annual 5K Twilight Shift on Saturday 5th July, bringing together supporters from across the region for a wonderful evening of fun and fitness.

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