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Bristol’s hospitality sector is invited to come together to address one of its most pressing challenges: how to build workplaces that inspire long-term commitment.

Places and spaces in and around Bristol’s The Galleries shopping centre will become performance stages, a/v viewing platforms, art galleries and more over the May Day Bank Holiday when Compass Presents showcases the results of its A LOVE LETTER TO BROADMEAD project.

The lineup has been announced for the Bristol Walk Fest launch event on Friday 1 May, bringing together artists, advocates and innovators for an evening exploring the meeting of creativity and city walking. The event will be held at Hamilton House, Stokes Croft.

We take a look at press and media coverage for Bristol, from March 2026.

In a bid to make it easier for more customers and staff to travel by bus, the Airport has fully funded this new route, which is operated by First Bus around the clock and run by North Somerset Council. It is hoped it will provide viable options for many residents travelling to and from their local Airport, help connect many communities in North Somerset as well as ease congestion on the roads.

Badminton House proudly played the role of Pemberley, the iconic home of Mr Darcy in Pride and Prejudice, chosen for its grand architecture and authentic interiors.

Coach brand FlixBus is celebrating five years of connecting communities across the UK, launching a nationwide design competition for students to mark its fifth anniversary.

Welcoming more than 90,000 visits from children a year, Forestry England’s Westonbirt, The National Arboretum is a much-loved safe space for outdoor play and adventure, with dedicated play areas and family trails to enjoy all year round.

After months of rain and grey skies and barely a glimpse of sunshine, Bristol’s familiar balloons tethered this morning to announce the outline programme for the 2026 Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, in partnership with Albert Goodman. 

Bristol Cathedral’s recent restoration to the floor of the 14th-century Seafarers’ Chapel, led by Cliveden Conservation and Nick Cox Architects, has been recognised with a prestigious Church Transformation Award for exemplary craftsmanship and heritage conservation.

From wood-fired saunas and ice baths to yoga, breathwork, sound healing and mindful movement, the festival’s wellness programme offers a full weekend of restorative experiences in the heart of the fields. Bookings live at valleyfest.co.uk 

St Peter’s Hospice is urging cyclists across the region to secure their place in the Tour de Bristol 2026, with the last few spaces remaining in the charity’s flagship fundraising event.