More than half of short journeys in towns and cities will be walked, wheeled or cycled by 2035 under new national targets announced by the Department for Transport today (11 June). Image: Cyclists at Wapping Wharf The new Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy sets a national target for people to…
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We take a look at press and media coverage for Bristol from May 2026, including coverage from The Telegraph, The Independent and social media. View Coverage Book…
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The American Museum & Gardens in Bath is bringing the story of American independence to life with a programme of events marking the 250th anniversary of independence this summer. Image: American Museum & Gardens To mark the occasion of America 250 through history, arts and culture and to help as…
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One of the UK’s most iconic maritime heritage sites has today announced a transformation. Formerly known as Brunel’s SS Great Britain, the Bristol destination and home of the first modern ship will rebrand as Bristol Dockyards ahead of the reopening of its state-of-the-art new museum on 18 July…
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Wapping Wharf is celebrating its 10th anniversary in style this year, with a free public party to mark the success of its hospitality and retail hub, which has become a popular landmark in Bristol and beyond. Taking place from 5pm into the evening on Friday 3 July, the family-friendly…
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We The Curious and Bristol City Leap partner for new interactive exhibit celebrating Bristol’s innovative transition to a low carbon future Bristol’s educational charity and science centre, We The Curious, has partnered with Bristol City Leap to create a brand-new interactive exhibit, which sets…
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Wake The Tiger is a trailblazing attraction in Bristol, the UK's first Amazement Park, and has always put sustainability front and centre of its business. We asked the team to tell us more about their ethos and the steps they've taken to become a more sustainable organisation. Do you hold any…
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Today’s flight from Dublin to Bristol Airport was a special voyage for the Iolar, as it recreated Aer Lingus’ inaugural flight, which took place 90 years ago on 27 May 1936. Back in 1936, Aer Lingus had just one aircraft and its inaugural route from Baldonnel, just outside of Dublin, to Bristol…
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We take a look at press and media coverage for Bristol from May 2026, including coverage from National Geographic, CC Magazine and The Times. View Coverage Book…
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We take a look at press and media coverage for Bath from May 2026, including coverage from Holiday Cottages Magazine, The Kensington & Chelsea Review, Travelwith.style.com and the goodwebguide.co.uk. View Coverage Book…
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