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Today, Friday 15 August, marks International Day of the Cotton-Top Tamarin, and keepers at Longleat have shared an update on their troop.

Today (15 August) is the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, known as VJ Day (Victory in Japan Day).

Married American Indie-Folk duo, The Bengsons (Shaun and Abigail Bengson) make their Bristol Old Vic debut this September, fresh from their acclaimed sell-out Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut. 
                                           

Gromit Unleashed 3 is in full swing, but fans of the trail are in for a special, swashbuckling treat… the chance to win their very own Gromit.

Weston-super-Mare families are about to get a new way to shop smart, save money, and help the planet. Little Pickles Markets, the award-winning nearly-new baby and children’s sales, are coming to town.

The current heatwave has revealed even more signs of centuries past at Longleat in Wiltshire with a rare glimpse of a military hospital and a sweeping carriage driveway.

The Prospect Building have this week launched tickets to their final Family Festival of the summer, after two hugely successful events throughout the season.

The new exhibition offers a new appraisal of the work and life of Exmoor writer and artist Hope Bourne. 

Bristol hoteliers say they already feel like winners weeks before the first ball is kicked in the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup.

Front Room is absolutely delighted to welcome back the extraordinary Little Bulb to Weston-super-Mare for a one-off special event at the town’s beloved Winter Gardens. Join us on Friday 26th September at 7:30 pm for Listen Dance.

Forestry England’s play ethos is to encourage children to develop a curiosity, understanding and love of the natural environment through encouraging exploration, discovery and creative play.

Award winning Indian street food restaurant Mowgli Street Food, known for its authentic home cooking, is helping guests beat the summer heatwave this week with a deliciously cooling treat.