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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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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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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Visit West, the official Local Visitor Economy Partnership for Bristol, Bath and the West of England, has today announced the relaunch of its Convention Bureau under a bold new identity. Formerly known as 'Meet Bristol and Bath', the service will now operate as ‘Visit West Convention Bureau’, a name…
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UPFEST has unveiled its lineup of artists for its highly anticipated 2026 festival, offering an early glimpse of the global and local talent set to transform Bristol into a live canvas this May. Returning from Friday 15 to Sunday 31 May 2026, Europe’s largest live street art festival will bring up…
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Businesses in the South West believe Bristol Airport plays a critical role in the local economy and expect air travel needs to grow in the coming years, according to an independent report by CBI Economics. CBI Economics surveyed 230 companies and held in-depth interviews with businesses and visitor…
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Masters of fire‑led fine dining, Pasture will once again run an on‑site restaurant from its enviable position on the edge of the balloon launch field at the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta. From Friday 7 to Sunday 9 August, visitors can pre‑book breakfast, dinner, and late‑evening dining…
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In 2015, Bristol became the first UK city to be named European Green Capital, recognised for its “progressive, creative and conscious approach to urban living.” A decade on from winning this significant accolade, Bristol is now the highest performing English city in the latest Global Destination…
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Director Guy Ritchie’s highly anticipated new Prime Video series Young Sherlock, starring Hero Fiennes Tiffin (After series), launches worldwide on 4th March, and Bristol locations have played a crucial role in bringing the action-packed mystery to screen. The eight-part blockbuster series was…
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Look out for key Bath locations that provided the backdrop for the latest Agatha Christie adaptation, Seven Dials, set in 1925 and premiering on Netflix on Thursday 15 January 2026. The production company spent two days filming in the city – initially in and around Abbey Green in June and then in…
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