West Country Olives
Unit 2, The Alpha Centre, Exeter, EX2 7JG
Member Overview
West Country Olives – Mediterranean Olives Infused With True West Country Craft
West Country Olives is a Devon-based producer creating award‑winning, flavour‑packed olives, marinated by hand in Exeter using high‑quality Mediterranean olives blended with locally sourced West Country ingredients. Born from a passion for premium olives, the business combines the best of Greek olive varieties with the flavours and craftsmanship of the South West.
Exceptional Quality, Sourced From the Mediterranean
West Country Olives selects premium olives from across the Mediterranean, including:
- Green Mammoth Halkidiki olives — plump, "meaty", crisply textured and ideal for marinating
- Greek Kalamata olives — rich, deep‑flavoured and naturally darker
- Nocellara olives — bright green, buttery and aromatic
- Moroccan black olives — robust and perfect for cooking
These varieties are chosen specifically for their size, texture and ability to absorb bold flavours.
The team has built direct relationships with growers, particularly in Ormylia, Halkidiki, walking the orchards and ensuring exceptional provenance.
Distinctive West Country Flavours
What makes West Country Olives unique is their commitment to blending Mediterranean quality with local Devon craftsmanship. Their recipes are hand‑marinated in Exeter using fresh, natural and regional ingredients, including:
- Bell & Loxton cold‑pressed rapeseed oil, grown and produced on a South Devon family farm. Locally sourced herbs, garlic, chillies and flavourings. Small‑batch, made‑to‑order marination for maximum freshness and flavour.
This fusion of local and global influences results in olives that are less salty, more flavourful, and more aromatic than typical brined supermarket olives. Many fans describe them as "the best olives they've ever tasted".
Award‑Winning Flavours
West Country Olives has earned multiple awards, including Gold medals for favourites such as:
- Rosemary & Garlic
- Lemon & Tarragon
- Hand‑Stuffed Garlic
- Classic Blend
- Garlic & Chilli
- South Devon Basil Pesto
These accolades highlight their dedication to quality, innovation and regional sourcing.
Retail, Wholesale & Catering Options
Their olives are available in:
- 175g stand‑up pouches — ideal for retail, delis, and farm shops
- 1kg catering bags — perfect for pubs, restaurants, and hospitality settings
All pouches are oxygen‑vacuumed and gas‑flushed, giving a long shelf life and allowing the olives to be stored at ambient temperature—ideal for retailers, busy kitchens and events.
They also supply to shops, delis, and hospitality across the South West, working closely with wholesale partner Orchardlea Foods.
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