Gather Food and Drink Summit - Food Drink Devon & Exeter Food Network.
Wednesday, 10 June 2026 at 09:15
Tickets are now on sale for the second Food Drink Summit!
Event details
Gather 2026 - You're Invited!
Join us for the second Southwest Food & Drink Summit
Date: Wednesday, June 10th, 2026
Location: The Forum, The University of Exeter
Duration: 9:15 - 16:30 (with optional networking until 18:30)
Join the second annual Southwest Food & Drink Summit - Gather - bringing together the Southwest’s dynamic food and drink community for a full day of insight, innovation, and collaboration.
Now in its second year, Gather unites producers, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the food and drink sector. Expect a day designed to strengthen your business, expand your network, and spark new ideas.
Why should I attend?
- Gain insight from leading voices shaping the future of food, drink, sustainability, and hospitality.
- Access practical strategies to grow, innovate, and build resilience in your business.
- Connect with peers, collaborators, and industry experts from across the Southwest.
· Discover new products, services, and opportunities that can support your next stage of growth.
Who is Gather for?
Producers and makers across food and drink categories
- Hospitality leaders, chefs, and operators
- Retailers, wholesalers, and distributors
- Food founders, startups, and entrepreneurs
- Sector support organisations, educators, and policymakers
- Sustainability, marketing, and supply chain professionals
Whether you're scaling, diversifying, or strengthening your business, Gather offers content and connections tailored to your needs...
What can I expect?
- Workshops & Panel Discussions Covering marketing, sales, routes to market, finance, technology, sustainability, and more.
- Networking Opportunities Connect with industry leaders, producers, innovators, and experts throughout the day.
- Exhibitor Showcases Discover the best of southwest food and drink from local producers and service providers.
- Lunch & Refreshments Included Enjoy a delicious lunch plus hot drinks from Littles Coffee.
- Optional Drinks Reception Continue conversations at an informal networking session from 16:30–18:30.
Get your tickets today and be part of the future of the Southwest’s food and drink industry. Book Your Tickets
Organiser
Exeter Food
Location
The Forum, Streatham Campus