11MAY

Bristol Neighbourhood Guide: Eastville & Stapleton

We’re back with our guide to Bristol’s diverse and vibrant neighbourhoods – with some cherrypicked spots to showcase just how much is going on in each corner of the city. This week, we’re taking a look at Eastville...

10MAY

Bristol’s CrimeFest convention kicks off tomorrow

The annual crime fiction convention is returning to the city once more this week, yet again welcoming crime fiction fanatics and casual readers alike. CrimeFest will run at the Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel between Thursday 11 and Sunday 14...

10MAY

Tennis Courts in Bristol

With summer just around the corner and the sun occasionally making an appearance, it’s time to unearth those whites, restring your tennis racket and make sure you’ve got enough balls. Whether you’re a tennis veteran...

10MAY

Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom – The Musical is coming to Bristol in two months’ time

With direction from one of Britain’s top TV judges, Craig Revel Horwood, this hit musical based on the iconic movie is set to arrive in Bristol in July. Strictly Ballroom – The Musical runs at The Bristol Hippodrome from Monday...

9MAY

Take a deep dive into the new production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

The highly anticipated on-stage production of Roald Dahl’s classic tale is embarking on a UK tour with the musical opening its gates at The Bristol Hippodrome later this year. Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory –...

9MAY

Where to watch The Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final 2023 in Bristol

Europe’s premium music event, The Eurovision Song Contest, is back for a 67th edition with musicians from around the continent descending on Liverpool this weekend. The Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final will take place on Saturday...

9MAY

W.E Irish return to successful pub quiz

Following the success of the inaugural W.E Irish CultureFest this year, the W.E Irish are keeping community spirit going - by hosting a pub quiz at Coach & Horses in Old Market. W.E Irish, formerly the Bristol Irish Society, is the heart of the...

8MAY

'Save Our Seats' campaign fights BCC anti-hospitality policy

With Bristol City Council waging war against outdoor seating, the ‘Save Our Seats’ campaign is asking the public to help protect struggling hospitality venues. SIGN THE PETITION HERE After a protracted battle to...

8MAY

REMINDER: Tickets on sale next week for Hamilton in Bristol

Tickets are sure to fly out the door for multi-award-winning musical Hamilton’s epic eight-week stint at The Bristol Hippodrome in the summer of 2024. Hamilton will run at The Bristol Hippodrome from Tuesday 30 April to Saturday...

8MAY

Bristol bands set to join forces for Erratic Batting’s special Glasto Not Glasto party

If you missed out on tickets for Glastonbury 2023 then have no fear, Erratic Batting have you covered with a carefully curated lineup featuring some of Bristol’s best alternative acts. Erratic Batting’s Glasto Not Glasto 2023...

5MAY

Disney's The Lion King is back in Bristol this month

One of musical theatre’s most vibrant and spectacular feats, the production is set to return to Bristol for an unprecedented third time later this month. Disney’s The Lion King runs at The Bristol Hippodrome between Thursday...

5MAY

Last call for Loves Saves weekend tickets

The sunny season is fast approaching, and with it comes the highly anticipated Love Saves the Day. Set to take place on the gorgeous grounds of Ashton Court, Love Saves boasts an eclectic lineup of the most essential names in the UK music scene...

5MAY

Bristol noise punks Heavy Lungs release brand new single and music video

The fast-rising quartet, who recently signed for indie label Alcopop! Records, have this week released ‘Dancing Man’ across all major platforms. ‘Dancing Man’, the new single from Heavy Lungs is available to stream...

4MAY

Review: Fisherman’s Friends - The Musical at The Bristol Hippodrome

"Fisherman’s Friends gets toes tapping from the get-go" Part of its first UK tour since premiering in Cornwall in 2021, Fisherman’s Friends: The Musical is only in Bristol for a few short days and I really hope it comes back...

4MAY

Tickets moving fast for The Carpenters Story in Bristol next week

Coming to The Bristol Hippodrome next week, this brilliant celebration of the brother and sister duo’s renowned songbook is sure to get the audience off their seats. The Carpenters Story will appear at The Bristol Hippodrome on Thursday...

4MAY

Bristol Neighbourhood Guide: St Pauls

We’re back with our guide to Bristol’s diverse and vibrant neighbourhoods – with some cherrypicked spots to showcase just how much is going on in each corner of the city. This week, we’re taking a look at St Pauls:...

3MAY

The Thunderbolt to host fundraising party for Bristol’s first community led swimming pool

Knowle’s Jubilee Pool has been hit hard in recent times and Friends of Jubilee Pool have organised a fundraising auction and fancy-dress party to help out. Friends of Jubilee Pool’s fundraising party will take place at The Thunderbolt,...

3MAY

Top 15 gigs not to be missed in 2023 (July – December)

From the O2 Academy to The Marble Factory, Bristol is home to several massive music venues all of which regularly host the biggest artists from the UK and further afield. Who would have thought it? We’re already approaching the halfway...