Latest News (2025) - Visit West

Three Bristol-based artists selected to take part in pioneering residency scheme supporting creative growth and professional development.

SS Great Britain Trust has announced it will be taking part in the Big Give’s 2025 Christmas Challenge.

In 2026, Spike Island 50 (SI50) marks half a century since Spike Island was founded as Bristol Artspace.

Every year, we run two major media campaigns on our Visit Bath and Visit Bristol platforms, aimed at promoting summer and Christmas breaks in both cities. Discover more about how they work, and how your business can get involved.

As it celebrates its tenth anniversary, The Roman Baths Foundation is delighted to welcome ten new trustees to its board, marking the start of an ambitious new chapter.

First four exclusive prizes revealed - including a bespoke UPFEST mural for your home and backstage access at Bristol Beacon

Bath BID is delighted to announce the appointment of two new Board Directors following its recent Annual General Meeting.

One of only two UK dates for global DJ brings Hï Ibiza’s SYNC show to Bristol - with every ticket funding micro-homes for people experiencing homelessness

The Royal West of England Academy (RWA), Bristol, announces Hamish Young as the new President of the Academicians.

Visit West announced today a value of £2.7bn for tourism to the region (Bristol, Bath & North East Somerset, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset) in 2024, the highest ever direct spend from visitors recorded by the tourism body.

Sir David Suchet, one of the greatest actors of his generation, will star in T.S. Eliot's Murder in the Cathedral, appearing at the Theatre Royal Bath from 10 - 21 November 2026.

Forestry England’s Westonbirt, The National Arboretum will once again be transformed into a glowing wonderland this winter as Christmas at Westonbirt returns from 28 November to 31 December.