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A Bristol and Bath tour guide has reached the finalist stages for the prestigious VisitEngland Tourism Superstar award for 2026, with a public vote for the winner opening on 9 February. 

VisitEngland has today (9 February) launched its Tourism Superstar 2026 competition with voting open to the public.

Bristol Airport are delighted to announce Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) as its new official charity partner, marking the start of a meaningful partnership dedicated to supporting children with life-limiting conditions and their families across the region.

A great opportunity to join the team at Mendip Activity Centre and take a lead role in helping to ensure our customers get the best possible experience when they visit.

Flourish at Farleigh Road’s speciality Foodhall has been named as one of the UK’s specialist standout retailers as Farm Shop & Deli Awards 2026 finalist. 

Local schoolchildren in Bath are being offered a thought-provoking and impactful learning experience, with a lawyer-led consent workshop as part of Suzie Miller’s award-winning play Prima Facie, which visits Bath’s Theatre Royal from Tuesday 24 to Saturday 28 February. 

Find out about the latest businesses to join Visit West as members at the start of 2026.

We take a look at press and media coverage for Bath, from January 2026. 

The full programme of partner events and supporting experiences taking place alongside the 2026 edition of Bristol Light Festival has been announced.

Bristol's Berkeley Square Hotel has completed its recent refurbishment, and the new Cosy Double room type is now available to book. 

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

Bristol Old Vic’s executive partnership of Artistic Director Nancy Medina and newly appointed Executive Director Rebecca Dawson have made a string of announcements for the theatre’s 260th anniversary year.