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A brand-new stage adaptation of North by Northwest visits the Theatre Royal Bath from Tuesday 27 to Saturday 31 May on a UK tour. 

The Bristol Hippodrome is delighted to share that it has helped to raise £14,817 for its 2024 charity partners.
 

A free new exhibition at The Guildhall in Bath will showcase a wide range of extraordinary books and fine bindings from the Bath Record Office collection for the first time in decades. 

The new Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy is coming to Bristol on Friday 23 and Saturday 24 May. 

Bristol’s iconic celebration of African-Caribbean culture, St Pauls Carnival, will return this summer with a scaled back series of events celebrating the timely theme of ‘Roots of Resistance.' 

The 'Social Value of Tourism' report demonstrates the positive cultural and social impacts that tourism has on local communities across the UK.

Residents and businesses in Keynsham are being asked for their views on a shortlist of ideas about how the town centre could be revitalised for the future.

With activities taking place all week, Sudeley Castle & Gardens is the perfect destination to take the kids to blow off some steam this May half term.

Bristol Light Festival is on the hunt for new artists to be part of the event’s 2026 edition, inviting bold, brilliant and imaginative creatives to help transform the city centre into a glowing spectacle next February. 

Bristol Beacon has announced its 2025/2026 orchestral season, featuring Orchestra in Residence Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra and Associate Orchestra London Symphony Orchestra, in addition to a range of national and international ensembles.


 

The new site-responsive public artwork from internationally renowned artist Luke Jerram will be installed at the gallery this summer. 

Hoteliers in Bristol are cautiously optimistic their businesses will enjoy a brighter summer after a challenging start to 2025.