We're exhibiting at Farm Shop & Deli Show with our colleagues at @fooddrinkforum from 29th April - 1st May. You can find us at stand H221.

Find out more about the show and register for your free ticket here farmshopanddelishow.co.uk

Meet the experts Tuesday 24th April. Launching a new product? Not sure of packaging options? Changing current packaging? The quiz the people who know! Only open to food and drink producers, for more information and how to book a place go to ow.ly/CAAf50Re9Mc

Last month we welcomed one of our members, Microencapsulation Services into our development kitchens.

'The great facilities at Food Works certainly helped make our first production and packing run a great success.'

Find out more about our kitchens here foodworks-sw.co.uk/development-ki…

Hear you can listen to Alli's story - about her business, how she discovered The Food Works SW and how we have helped her journey.

Have we worked with you in the last 4 years? We'd love to hear how you're getting on now!

We're looking for an experienced marketing coordinator to join our team.

Find out more here foodworks-sw.co.uk/work-for-us

To apply please send and CV and covering letter to [email protected]

📢📢2 more events are now live!

On Tuesday 23rd April we will be hosting a packaging event and Tuesday 30th April is your chance to Meet the Funder with South West Investment Fund.

View our events and book your free tickets here foodworks-sw.co.uk/events

On Wednesday, Join our new associate member, Novecom's Archie Marshall for a free 30-minute consultation to find out how Novecom could work with you to create a streamlined solution that helps drive back-office efficiency.

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Meet The Funder - Tuesday 30th April

An overview of The South West Investment Fund, a £200m fund launched by the British Business Bank. The Fund provides loans to SMEs from £25,000 to £2 million and equity of £150,000 to £5m.

Book your free ticket here ow.ly/pqpN50QMn2k

What a busy few weeks we've had at The Food Works. As many of you know, we opened in April 2020, right at the start of the first lockdown. The team have worked tirelessly since then to build the centre's awareness and services.

Intellectual Property Office Support - Thursday 7th March

Andrew Raith, Intellectual Property Office’s Regional IP Policy Adviser for West of England & Greater Manchester will be here to help you to understand What IP is, the importance and value of IP to your business.

Looking to explore your packaging options?

You can book a free in person appointment or a distance call for next Tuesdays session with Tetra Pak here. eventbrite.co.uk/e/810103169387…

Rachel Goff had a great afternoon last Friday presenting to @stancold, she covered areas including Food Safety Regulations, Food Safety Management, and Contractor Responsibilities.

Next week we will be exhibiting at The Source Trade Show in Exeter.

Simon, Rachel and Zoe will be at the show to answer any questions you have about our services and faciltiies as well as our exclusive show offer!

Come and say hello, we're at stand E20.

Our new programme of events is now live. There is a great variety of events, clinics and workshops covering different areas of running your food/drink business.

To find out more and to book tickets click here foodworks-sw.co.uk/events

With flexible options, the business lounge can be used as a breakfast reception for your event or a lovely breakout lunch area. Alternatively, if you're not attending an event, the lounge is open Monday-Friday for any business use.

🌟Join us on Thursday 22nd February for our discovery day🌟

You can find out more and book onto any of the 3 product focused sessions here eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-food-wor…

Join us on Tues 20th Feb for a photography and videography workshop with Anna Lachlan.

We will cover the basics of good lighting and styling, still life photography, have a stop motion session and will bring your brand story to life

Ticket's here ow.ly/f3CA50QqZxB

Are you looking to grow your business? One way to grow is to apply for certain accreditations.

Last week James had his SALSA audit here at The Food Works SW.
If this is something you're interested in, get in touch with us today.

Save the date!

Thursday 22nd Feb - Food Works SW Discovery Day

More information coming soon...

We know many of you will be setting out your plans for the year ahead.

If you're looking to develop a new product, improve a current recipe, scale up or think you'll need somewhere to present to customers - The Food Works SW development kitchens are the place for you.