Bristol's much-loved pie purveyors, Pieminister, are all about Pies, Planet and People. We asked them to tell us more about their ethos and the steps they've taken to become a more sustainable organisation. Pieminister is a B Corp (score: 101.2), a Living Wage Employer, and is a member of the UN’s…
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A 120-foot-tall scarecrow will take to the skies above Longleat in Wiltshire when it makes its UK debut at the estate’s showcase event, Icons of the Sky. Called Smiley, this hot air balloon will be coming from America for the event, which is now in its third year. Also making its first appearance…
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We take a look at press and media coverage for Bristol, from April 2026, including coverage from Irish Independent, Bristol Live and more. View Coverage Book…
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The Roman Baths has been named one of the world’s very best visitor attractions, securing a prestigious Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice® Best of the Best Award for 2026 and ranking fourth in the UK. Based on millions of traveller reviews worldwide, the award places The Roman Baths in the top 1% of…
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We take a look at press and media coverage for Bath from April 2026, including coverage from Elle Italy, Netmums and Starring Great Britain. View Coverage Book…
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This July, as part of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the American Museum & Gardens presents a special three-night celebration of American music, hosted by award-winning singer and broadcaster Clare Teal. Taking place from 3–5 July, this vibrant weekend…
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Step onto one of the world’s most historic stages, explore hidden stories, and join a citywide treasure hunt as Bristol Old Vic marks its 260th birthday. This May, Bristol Old Vic throws open its doors - and pulls back the curtain - to invite Bristol to celebrate an extraordinary milestone: 260…
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Bath Pride will return on Saturday 22 August 2026, marking its third year as a growing fixture in the city’s summer calendar. The event is guided by five core principles: being affirming, justice-led, grassroots, vibrant and safe, with a focus on amplifying marginalised voices within the LGBTQIA+…
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Sparks Bristol marks three years of transforming Broadmead with a free city centre celebration of art, repair and sustainable living on Saturday 9 May, highlighting how a former department store has been reimagined as a leading community-led high street project. Running from 11am to 6pm, the…
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The National Trust will open a new exhibition at Lacock Abbey on 27 June 2026, presenting the last major commission created by the late British photographer Martin Parr (1952–2025). Known worldwide for his wry and often humorous observations of ordinary Britons and British life, Parr returns to a…
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