GATHER 2026 Food & Drink Summit
Schedule
Wed Jun 10 2026 at 09:15 am to 04:15 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Alumni Auditorium, The Forum, University of Exeter | Exeter, EN
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The Southwest Food & Drink Summit – Gather – is back.Now in its second year and bigger than ever, Gather brings together the region’s makers, innovators, and industry voices for a day dedicated to fresh thinking and meaningful connection.
From producers and founders to hospitality leaders and emerging talent, this is where the Southwest’s food and drink community comes together to share ideas, tackle challenges, and uncover new opportunities for growth.
If you want to grow your network, sharpen your thinking, and fuel your next big move, this is the room to be in.
Tickets cost £60.75 for a standard ticket, or £50.75 for members of Food Drink Devon, the University of Exeter, or Exeter Food.
10th June | 9.15am - 4.30pm with optional networking until 6.30pm.
What can I expect?
Three Keynote Speakers
Tony Greenham - Chief Impact Officer | Food, Farming & Countryside Commission.
Will Little - Managing Director & Owner of Littles Coffee & Roastworks.
James Williams - Global Director of Client Recognition and Clienteling | Rosewood Hotel Group.
Panel Sessions
Choose from 15 dynamic panel sessions covering marketing, sales, routes to market, finance, technology, sustainability, and more - all designed to give you practical, actionable insight.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with industry leaders, producers, innovators, and experts throughout the day, with plenty of time for meaningful conversations.
Exhibitor Showcases
Explore the best of Southwest food and drink, with local producers and service providers showcasing new products, ideas, and solutions.
Lunch & Refreshments Included
Enjoy a delicious lunch plus hot drinks from Littles Coffee to keep you fuelled throughout the day.
Optional Drinks Reception
Round off the day with an informal networking session from 16:30–18:30, the perfect chance to continue conversations and make new connections.
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Where is it happening?
Alumni Auditorium, The Forum, University of Exeter, Pret a Manger, Stocker Road, Exeter, EX4 4SZ, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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