Latest News (March 2025) - Visit West

Bath & North East Somerset Council is continuing its investment in tackling the climate and nature emergency, including decarbonising the council fleet and making council-owned buildings more energy efficient.

The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta will return this summer on Friday 8 to Sunday 10 August, building on the success of last year’s changes to help secure the future of this iconic event. 

Foodies Festival returns to Bath's Royal Victoria Park this summer with a high profile line-up and new features!

The first in Jekka's series, Jekka’s Medicinal Herb Days, will take place on Friday 4th and Saturday 5th April. 

To help you make greener choices on your trip, here’s Visit Bristol’s guide to six ways to enjoy a greener getaway, from eco-friendly dining and accommodation to attractions, shopping and more.

Around 300 people took part in a midnight charity run with a difference last week – pacing along an airport runway.

The Bristol Harbour Festival will return from Friday 18 – Sunday 20 July 2025, bringing a packed weekend of live music, culture and community celebrations to the city’s harbourside.

GOOD: Stories in Food is excited to announce the launch of three new public tours, celebrating the finest food and drink of Somerset and Bristol.

Bristol Legacy Foundation has an exciting opportunity to join as the Heritage Lead for The World Reimagined, a ground-breaking, national art education project to transform how we understand transatlantic enslavement and its impact on all of us.

Travelling to and from Bristol Airport by public transport will become even easier next month with more frequent bus services for customers.

Find out how your company can get involved and support this fantastic charity event. 

We take a look at press and media coverage of Bristol, from February 2025.