THREE of Somerset's highly regarded family-run food and drink producers have teamed up for

Wyke Farms, one of the UK's largest independent cheese producers, Thatcher's Cider and West Somerset-based Miles Tea & Coffee are joining together with 'Passion for Somerset', a locally managed group with a love for Somerset and local businesses within the county.

This year the Passion for Somerset board which includes Wyke Farms managing director, and third generation family member, Richard Clothier, will host their second Somerset Day, taking place on May 11.

The three Somerset brands to run a #LoveSomerset social media campaign throughout the month of May. The three brands who are all family run, and have long-standing Somerset heritage are hoping that by communicating what Somerset means to them, it will encourage others to participate, raising the profile of the county, which is known to be loved by locals and visitors alike.