Retail Awards

Company Award Description Category Year
Combe Farm Shop South West Butcher's Shop "Coombe Farm butchery may be small, but they offer a wide range of products, in a very pleasant atmosphere. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Butcher's Shop 2023
Cox and Laflin Butchers South West Butcher's Shop “A lovely butcher’s shop with good choice and a personable and knowledgeable butcher.” - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Butcher's Shop 2023
Greendale Farm Shop South West Butcher's Shop "Greendale is a great asset locally and it is no surprise that they are so busy! The staff were friendly and engaging when talked to and there was a great variety of different meats to choose from." - Taste of the West Judges 2024 Retail - Butcher's Shop 2024
Hanham Common Butchers South West Butcher's Shop "Hanham Common Butchers is an exceptional independent butcher in the centre of the community, which strives on sourcing the highest quality South West meats and products for local customers and businesses." - Taste of the West Judges 2025 Retail - Butcher's Shop 2025
Hanham Common Butchers South West Butcher's Shop "To witness the connection with local shoppers was priceless. This is how local produce shopping should feel! All in all, a fantastic shop to have close by." - Taste of the West Judges 2024
 Retail - Butcher's Shop 2024
The Butcher's Block South West Butcher's Shop "I really enjoyed the visit to the Butchers Block. The produce, building and staff were all outstanding, this is truly a great business!" - Taste of the West Judges 2024
 Retail - Butcher's Shop 2024
The Butchery (SW) Limited South West Butcher's Shop "In the eyes of a customer visiting a butcher, a reasonable assumption to make is that the meat will be local, and upon visiting in-person and speaking to Roger and his family team directly I was reassured that it was indeed sourced from some fabulous suppliers across the South West. The selection of meat for sale was really impressive. I wish them all the luck and success they deserve as they typify what’s so fantastic about visiting a small owner-run business selling fabulous local produce!"
 Retail - Butcher's Shop 2023
Tim Potter, Son & Daughter Ltd South West Butcher's Shop "Tim Potter’s is a traditional style butcher’s shop with knowledgeable, friendly staff and a good range of meats
and poultry, plus a well-stocked deli counter and other grocery produce." - Taste of the West Judges 2024 		Retail - Butcher's Shop 2024
Tim Potter, Son & Daughter Ltd South West Butcher's Shop "Outstanding!

I can’t really say much more. I have already gone out of my way to recommend Potter’s to other in the world of food. I was seriously impressed. You need to trust your butcher, but you also need to have the quality of the product coming through on the plate and they excelled in both areas - nothing let them down.
A true Gold and worthy of being part of the Taste of the West family." 		Retail - Butcher's Shop 2023
South West Farm Shop "The shop and service were lovely, the gentlemen, David and Adrian, were both happy to talk and advise - both are long serving butchers, with Adrian being here for over 20 years! We wish that there were more shops out there just like this one." - Taste of the West Judges 2024 Retail - Farm Shops 2024
South West Farm Shop "Aune Valley Meat at Loddiswell is a little gem of a place and those that work there are obviously proud of what they
produce but also the extensive commitment to local sourcing." - Taste of the West Judges 2024 		Retail - Farm Shops 2024
AUNE VALLEY MEAT South West Farm Shop Loddiswell Farm Shop

"Aune Valley Meat at Loddiswell is a little gem of a place and those that work there are obviously proud of what they
produce but also the extensive commitment to local sourcing." - Taste of the West Judges 2024 		Retail - Farm Shops 2024
Boscastle Farm Shop South West Farm Shop “Boscastle Farm Shop is a small shop supplying local high-quality meat vegetables and dry goods to locals and tourists alike.” Retail - Farm Shops 2024
Brian Etherington Meat Company Ltd South West Farm Shop "Brian Etheringtons promotes everything that is positive about local produce being available within the community." - Taste of the West Judges 2025 Retail - Farm Shops 2025
Combe Farm Shop South West Farm Shop "This is such a wonderful farm shop everyone we met was extremely friendly and welcoming, their products looked fresh and of great quality displayed very temptingly." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Farm Shops 2023
Eversfield Organic Totnes: Farm Shop, Café and Farm Kitchen Restaurant South West Farm Shop "This is a lovely shop with a wide selection of high-quality organic products – it’s easy to come away with a long list of goodies. Their focus is on organic food, and their meat is local and traceable back to the individual farm." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Farm Shops 2023
Eversfield Organic’s Tavistock Farm Shop South West Farm Shop "A great flagship shop for what the South West has to offer. Not only selling produce from their own farms but showcasing locally sourced organic produce from other great suppliers as well. The shop was well presented and inviting, with an interesting and good variety of produce. An Organic Foodies delight!" - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Farm Shops 2023
Fordmore Farm Shop & Cafe South West Farm Shop "This is a first-class farm shop. It does what it says on the tin by selling their own, excellent, produce but also has so much more to it. There are ambient goods from jams to drinks, fresh produce from flowers to pies, a large butcher counter, a fish shop (which though not strictly part of the farm shop is part of the whole development), frozen goods and gifts including, amongst other things, mugs, tins, rugs and cards.

It is not cheap but well priced for good quality produce. As they come up to their fifth anniversary, we are sure they will be here for many more years to come." - Taste of the West Judges 2024
 Retail - Farm Shops 2024
Otterton Mill Ltd South West Farm Shop “We loved our visit to Otterton mill Shop, from the beautifully displayed fruit to the enticing small of warm bread, fantastic local produce and great staff, this is now a firm favourite destination to go to for our local produce and bread." - Taste of the West Judges Retail - Farm Shops 2024
Otterton Mill Ltd South West Farm Shop "If we wanted to go somewhere that we could treat ourselves, we would visit Otterton Mill farm shop.
They have a wide range of high quality, West country products, everything was presented well, and the staff are very welcoming, knowledgeable, and helpful.
It is a little expensive, compared to more mainstream shops, but you do feel as if you’re treating yourself to a special shopping experience." 		Retail - Farm Shops 2023
Powderham Farm Shop South West Farm Shop “Powderham Farm Shop is a jam packed (excuse the pun) medium sized farm shop, with a fantastic array of South West produce on offer plus beautiful venison from the Powderham estate just feet away from the butcher counter.” - Taste of the West Judges 2024 Retail - Farm Shops 2024
Puxton Park South West Farm Shop “Shopping at Puxton Park is a treat, as well as informative. They know their audience and have created a
shopping environment to appeal to adventure park visitors, and locals, of all ages.” - Taste of the West Judges 2024 		Retail - Farm Shops 2024
Rumwell Farm Shop & Cafe South West Farm Shop "The team at Rumwell Farm Shop display knowledge, pride, professionalism and warmth as soon as you walk in the door. The range of regional produce and producers is exceptional, with a wonderful focus on their own home grown and reared produce but also suppliers that are very local to them. It was clear that they knew their customers and cared about them too." - Taste of the West Judges 2024 Retail - Farm Shops 2024
Rumwell Farm Shop & Cafe South West Farm Shop "This is an excellent farm shop that continues to grow. It has a superb cafe and a takeout service. Its bread and bakery products are outstanding; people travel miles for their doughnuts, worth driving to and a real asset to Taunton, Somerset and the South West. A full-on food experience." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Farm Shops 2023
Rumwell Farm Shop & Cafe South West Farm Shop "This is an excellent farm shop that continues to grow. It has a superb cafe and a takeout service. Its bread and bakery products are outstanding; people travel miles for their doughnuts, worth driving to and a real asset to Taunton, Somerset and the South West. A full-on food experience." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Farm Shops 2023
Teals South West Farm Shop "Friendly, spoilt for choice and something for everyone - I wish there were more places like Teals around. They’re a good example of what we can choose to have more of, seasonal choice of better quality has to win every time." - Taste of the West Judges 2024 Retail - Farm Shops 2024
Tre, Pol & Pen South West Farm Shop “A Jewel in South Eastern Cornwall's countryside, a cornucopia of the finest produce from the West country.” - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Farm Shops 2023
Tre, Pol & Pen South West Farm Shop "Tre Pol Pen is an excellent farm shop and ticks all the boxes - wonderfully local focused, great produce and friendly and helpful staff. It was terrific!" - Taste of the West Judges Retail - Farm Shops 2024
Tre, Pol & Pen South West Farm Shop “A Jewel in South Eastern Cornwall's countryside, a cornucopia of the finest produce from the West country.” - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Farm Shops 2023
Trent's Food & Beverage Hall South West Farm Shop "Trent’s Food & Beverage Hall is a good advocate for the Taste of the West principles and thoroughly deserves a Gold Award." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Farm Shops 2023
Trent's Food & Beverage Hall South West Farm Shop "Trent’s Food & Beverage Hall is a good advocate for the Taste of the West principles and thoroughly deserves a Gold Award." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Farm Shops 2023
Washingpool Farm Shop South West Farm Shop “Washingpool is a well-established, long running family farm shop that offers a huge variety of local produce from all around the West Country. With a warm welcome, friendly and knowledgeable staff and located in an idyllic setting.”- Taste of the West Judges 2024 Retail - Farm Shops 2024
Washingpool Farm Shop South West Farm Shop "There was a pleasant atmosphere and ambience and all the products we purchased were fresh and delicious, we will certainly be buying from Washingpool again." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Farm Shops 2023
South West Specialist Retailer/Deli "The bakery has a wide range of products which change with the time of year; the display is beautiful and
makes you want to buy one of everything! The staff are warm, welcoming, and helpful." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 		Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2023
South West Specialist Retailer/Deli "We really enjoyed visiting this bakery, the quality and range of products on offer is excellent. Friendly, welcoming staff. The beautiful display of items on sale tempts you through the door and what you bring home doesn’t fail to disappoint you either. We will recommend to others and be back ourselves!" - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2023
A Little Deli South West Specialist Retailer/Deli "What a wonderful find! A small but beautifully presented deli, with a carefully curated range of delicious award-winning West Country products that really does showcase the best in our area. Incredibly helpful owners, who are clearly very passionate and committed to supporting local producers and providing their customers with a range of fabulous products. We enjoyed our visit very much and will
definitely be back!" - Taste of the West Judges 2023 		Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2023
A Little Deli South West Specialist Retailer/Deli "The passion, charisma and charm of the owners really sets this place apart. A really impressive range of local, artisan, award-winning products that brilliantly showcases what the South West has to offer in terms of quality food & drink. A great ambassador for Taste of the West too!" - Taste of the West Judges 2024 Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2024
Ashburton Delicatessen South West Specialist Retailer "They have cultivated a well-curated selection of artisanal products to satisfy every foodie’s needs. In both offerings and aesthetics, The Ashburton Delicatessen demonstrates a commitment to excellence. One is immediately struck by the alluring aroma, artful displays and friendly service. However, it is their passion for showcasing specialty foods in a carefully cultivated setting that makes a lasting impression." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2023
Ashburton Delicatessen South West Specialist Retailer/Deli "Ashburton delicatessen is a rare treat; a delightful blend of a traditional artisan outlet combined with being a purveyor of a wide range of modern produce, but with a clear emphasis on the delivery of the best of the best local produce. The high-quality produce on offer is complimented by the helpful and knowledgeable staff, which all in all makes for a pleasant and memorable experience." - Taste of the West Judges 2024 Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2024
Ashburton Delicatessen South West Specialist Retailer/Deli "They have cultivated a well-curated selection of artisanal products to satisfy every foodie’s needs. In both offerings and aesthetics, The Ashburton Delicatessen demonstrates a commitment to excellence. One is immediately struck by the alluring aroma, artful displays and friendly service. However, it is their passion for showcasing specialty foods in a carefully cultivated setting that makes a lasting impression." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2023
Boutique Gin Shack South West Specialist Retailer/Deli "If you are a Gin lover or want to buy a unique Gin for a friend, I would thoroughly recommend the Boutique Gin Shack where the owners hand pick every bottle from the finest small-batch Gin Distillers across the South-West, 98% of which are not found in Supermarkets. It is a tasting paradise for discerning Gin lovers." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2023
Catch of the Day and Salcombe Smokers South West Specialist Retailer/Deli "Shopping here was a fabulous experience from start to finish. Not only did the Fish look fresh it tasted amazing." - Taste of the West Judges 2025 Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2025
Devon and Cornwall Fish Co LTD South West Specialist Retailer/Delicatessen "Love that you can buy fresh, locally caught fish straight from the docks. A real hidden gem.
Wonderful, helpful, very knowledgeable staff who clearly are very passionate about what they do." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 		Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2023
Devon and Cornwall Fish Co Ltd South West Specialist Retailer/Delicatessen "Love that you can buy fresh, locally caught fish straight from the docks. A real hidden gem.
Wonderful, helpful, very knowledgeable staff who clearly are very passionate about what they do." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 		Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2023
Forest Deli South West Specialist Retailer/Deli “Forest Deli is such a lovely place to visit with some amazing items. A real credit to Coleford and I wish they were closer to me!” - Taste of the West Judges 2024
 Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2024
Forest Deli South West Specialist Retailer/Deli "Forest Deli is a real gem at the heart of this Gloucestershire town and is doing a fantastic job of introducing these exceptional South West food and drink products and producers to both local customers and visitors to the region. Its enthusiasm for the industry is shown by the extensive range of exciting products on sale and through its regular tasting events." - Taste of the West Judges 2023 Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2023
Greendale Farm Shop South West Specialist Retailer "Greendale Fishmongers has a fantastic array of freshly caught fish and seafood on offer, with helpful and
experienced staff making this a great shopping experience for the fish buying novice or enthusiast.

I’m confident this is one of the best fish counters in Devon and is worth a dedicated visit alone...
the remainder of Greendale Farm Shop to explore is an added bonus."
 Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2023
Hollychocs South West Specialist Retailer/Deli "Hollychocs are a luxury high quality product made with locally sourced ingredients where available. The café/shop is a delight, and it is a joy to see this based in the West Country." - Taste of the West Judges 2024 Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2024
Ilfracombe Chocolate Emporium South West Specialist Retailer/Deli "Ilfracombe Chocolate Emporium is an excellent independent chocolatier run by people with true passion and craftsmanship. Their chocolates easily hold up against other premium chocolatiers, but at a price that’s great value for money." - Taste of the West Judging 2024 Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2024
Lyme Bay Winery (LBW Drinks Ltd) South West Specialist Retailer/Deli "Lyme bay Winery is wonderful local company with knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff. The Winery offers a fantastic range of award-winning products most of which you can sample on site before purchasing. I would highly recommend a visit to anyone." - Taste of the West Judges 2024 Retail - Specialist Retailers / Delicatessens 2024