The best places to eat, stay, shop and visit in the South West

The Food Lifestyle edit

Each month we reveal our new favourite discoveries – from must-buy artisan products to events and openings.

The July edit

country hotel
Rejoice! The Beckford Group has now opened its stunning 'small village hotel and restaurant' in the Nadder Valley, Wiltshire. Psst ... there's another Beckford opening on the horizon too.
artwork
Yes art is subjective, but more than one of us got wonderfully lost staring into the fascinating collages by this acclaimed artist based in Penryn.
veggies
Do veggies right. Get a subscription for a bountiful weekly box. It's full of ultra-fresh, seasonal and organic produce direct from this little farm. Egg and wildflower upgrades optional.
cap
We heart this Cornish wardrobe essentials store, especially its strong accessories game. Exhibit one: their cotton Dad Cap in bright white, which can be worn with literally everything.
accommodation
These bougie cabins can be found just outside the Cotswolds' famous Broadway. They're set within their own hedged plots, have all the specs plus there's a sauna cabin next door. It's time to put everything down and relax.
cheese
Ditch the camembert. Gert Lush is a bloomy white-rind organic round from Somerset and it's ridiculously moreish.
bowl
Avoid cereal-bowl wars these summer holidays with these gorgeous, practical and keepsake-worthy monogram bowls, made by a revered Wiltshire potter.
dog lead
Seeking cool dog-owner status? Kit your canine out with one of these beautiful leads, crafted with care in Devon using Dartmoor wool.
Pick your own stunning ethical flowers at this B-Corp regenerative Cornish farm's open day on July 18. The farm donates all profits to UK conservation projects.

Previous months

Miiko
In need of a little nourishment? Seek out Miiko, a wellbeing cafe in Poole serving herbal elixirs, kombucha and feel-a-million-bucks healthy eats.
Harth hot chocolate
Beat the winter brrr with a hot cup of Harth cocoa. The velvety drinks are made in Somerset.
Rutab dates
Juicy medjools filled with the likes of pistachio and tahini cream; coffee praline; and cinnamon pecan. How many choc-covered dates are acceptable to eat per day? Asking for a friend ...
Trencherman's Guide
The perfect stocking filler for foodies does exist. It's this definitive guide to the South West's most exceptional restaurants.
Indy Coffee Guide South No9
A must-have passport to the best coffee shops across the South of England.
The Botanical Candle Co
Spark joy with the Half Light candle, revealing the seasonal scents of clementine and clove.
Artefact wine
All eyes on this b-e-a-utiful limited edition wine made at Castlewood Vineyard in east Devon.
Penventon Park Hotel's festive afternoon tea
Dig into a scrumptious festive lunch, dinner or afternoon tea throughout December at this glam hotel in Redruth.
Corinne Young art
This north Devon artist creates the dreamiest oil paintings of wild swimmers.