Explore North Somerset @ The Food Works SW
The Food Works SW, North Somerset, BS24 8EF
Tuesday 17th March 2026
Join us on Tuesday, 17th March, for a morning at The Food Works SW to meet other Visitor Economy businesses from across North Somerset and discover opportunities for collaboration, skill-sharing, and the latest news.
This special edition will spotlight Transport, offering a unique opportunity to explore how attractions and local businesses can address sustainable travel.
The morning will include a guided tour of the Food Works kitchens and facilities, showcasing this important food and drink innovation centre.
Speaker Organisations
North Somerset Council Transport Service - Covering EV infrastructure, public transport updates, Kids Go Free trends, WESTlink, and practical actions businesses can take.
First Bus - Updates on services, local networks and opportunities for businesses to encourage sustainable visitor travel.
Severnside Community Rail Partnership - Community rail initiatives, visitor engagement and partnership opportunities.
Bristol Airport - the role of Bristol Airport in the regional economy and sustainability space.
National Trust (Tyntesfield) - Sustainable access, travel planning and behaviour‑change activity.
Mendip RC Raceway -A short sustainability-focused insight from a unique local organisation.
Hosted by North Somerset Council’s Economy Team, Explore North Somerset is a series of events that take place across the district to showcase the distinct offerings of North Somerset to visitors and provide a space for Visitor Economy businesses to connect, develop, and grow.
Please note: Explore North Somerset is free to attend; however, places are limited, so we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.
This special edition will spotlight Transport, offering a unique opportunity to explore how attractions and local businesses can address sustainable travel.
The morning will include a guided tour of the Food Works kitchens and facilities, showcasing this important food and drink innovation centre.
Speaker Organisations
North Somerset Council Transport Service - Covering EV infrastructure, public transport updates, Kids Go Free trends, WESTlink, and practical actions businesses can take.
First Bus - Updates on services, local networks and opportunities for businesses to encourage sustainable visitor travel.
Severnside Community Rail Partnership - Community rail initiatives, visitor engagement and partnership opportunities.
Bristol Airport - the role of Bristol Airport in the regional economy and sustainability space.
National Trust (Tyntesfield) - Sustainable access, travel planning and behaviour‑change activity.
Mendip RC Raceway -A short sustainability-focused insight from a unique local organisation.
Hosted by North Somerset Council’s Economy Team, Explore North Somerset is a series of events that take place across the district to showcase the distinct offerings of North Somerset to visitors and provide a space for Visitor Economy businesses to connect, develop, and grow.
Please note: Explore North Somerset is free to attend; however, places are limited, so we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.
