Latest News (July 2025) - Visit West

The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, in partnership with Albert Goodman, has released the full programme for the 2025 event.

A new, free mobile app has launched to help people find, discover and visit nature on their doorstep, connecting everyone to the great outdoors. 

With the West’s first electrified bus depots operational, and brand-new electric buses already serving the region’s passengers, the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority plans to further turbo-charge our bus network. 

Bath & North East Somerset Council has revealed the full line-up for the first-ever Summer Lates music series at The Roman Baths, introducing a new cultural offer to one of the UK’s most iconic heritage sites.

Bristol, UK – After years of being available only to pre-booked groups, Charles Wesley’s House at 4 Charles Street is reopening to the public — giving visitors a rare opportunity to step inside the beautifully restored home of the greatest hymn writer in history.

FlixBus is announcing a major expansion of its UK network, with thousands more seats a day available for travel to and from Bristol, starting at just £4.49.

Pegasus Airlines made its inaugural flight to Bristol Airport today (8 July), providing a direct route to Turkey and onward journeys to far-reaching destinations in the Middle East, North Africa and Asia.

From today, Forestry England’s Westonbirt, The National Arboretum is inviting visitors to explore Silk Wood and the arboretum’s ancient woodland area, using a brand-new free digital walking trail.

The long-awaited return of the Bristol & Portishead line has been given the official green light by the Department for Transport today.

From hidden bells to Alfred the Gorilla – a vibrant new art installation celebrates the people, places and quirks of one of Bristol’s best-loved areas

Owners and occupiers of listed buildings seeking to understand how they can save energy while also conserving their property will have ongoing access to advice and support following a successful grant application for more than £229K.

We take a look at press and media coverage for Bath, from June 2025