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Clashes as counter-protesters confront march through Bristol Chants of “Bristol is anti-fascist” rang out through the crowd

Counter-protesters gathered to “show that hate and division have no place here"

07.03.2026 16:57 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Review: Bristol Legends afterparty, Ashton Gate Stadium - 'Pulsed with unmistakeable Bristol spirit'' Legendary Bristol performers created a spectacle to remember to round off a celebration of our city

A vibrant night of circus, music and immersive art rounded off the celebration of our city in true Bristol style

07.03.2026 15:55 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Upcoming guest authors at Max Minerva’s include Libby Page, Hanna Thomas Uose and Siân Hughes The beloved indie bookshop also hosts monthly book clubs in contemporary and translated fiction

The indie bookshop also hosts monthly contemporary and translated fiction book clubs

07.03.2026 11:55 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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In photos: Bristol Legends 2026 Bristol came together to honour the people who make our city extraordinary

From creative geniuses to unsung heroes, Bristol came together last night to honour the people who make our city extraordinary

07.03.2026 08:55 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Bristol Legends 2026: The winners Here are the winners of Bristol24/7's first ever Bristol Legends awards

We had an incredible range of businesses, innovators, community leaders and creatives spotlighted in our inaugural Bristol Legends awards

07.03.2026 07:55 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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How Ken Wong is transforming lives through football Ken is Bristol24/7's overall Bristol Legend for 2026

Learn the story of the winner of Bristol24/7's overall Bristol Legend award

07.03.2026 06:55 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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'We stand together with those under attack' An organisation of British Jews on why they are joining a counter-demonstration on Saturday

An organisation of British Jews on why they are joining a counter-demonstration tomorrow

06.03.2026 16:55 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Three youths arrested over assault on teenage girl The trio have been arrested on suspicion of offences including racially aggravated fear of violence

Three youths have been arrested in connection with an assault on a child in Bristol city centre

06.03.2026 12:01 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Breakfast club paving the way for calmer classrooms Contrary to social media opinions, a breakfast club in Bristol is changing mornings for the better

A breakfast club in Bristol is changing mornings for the better

06.03.2026 08:55 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Bristol-set and filmed psychological thriller to hit TV screens The story is partly inspired by To Hunt A Killer by the former detective superintendent Julie Mackay

The Bristol-set psychological thriller, starring Eve Myles and David Morrissey, was shot at The Bottle Yard Studios and on location around the city

06.03.2026 07:55 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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How does Bristol's public transport compare to European cities? Less than half of residents can get to the city centre in 30 minutes by public transport

Looking at similar sized cities in Europe reveals how poor quality public transport in Bristol is holding back the region’s economy

06.03.2026 06:55 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

'All The Happy Things' will be in Bristol from March 10-14

05.03.2026 20:55 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Teenage girl hospitalised after ‘sickening’ attack by group of youths Police are treating the incident as a hate crime

A teenage girl was taken to hospital after being attacked by a group of youths in what police have described as a “sickening” incident

05.03.2026 17:56 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Three International Women's Day gigs not to miss Choose one of these standout music events or make an attempt to complete the triad

A punk gig, an emerging artists showcase and an indie arts night are standout ways to celebrate Bristol's femme talent on March 8

05.03.2026 17:55 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Boots to open second ‘beauty-only’ branch in Bristol The 11,000 sq ft store will feature more than 200 beauty brands

The new “beauty-only” Boots outlet in Bristol marks the first of its kind outside London

05.03.2026 15:55 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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Bristol brewery celebrates 15 wins at community beer awards The awards are “a worldwide celebration of the very best in craft beverages”

A Bristol brewery has won more than a dozen awards described as “a worldwide celebration of the very best in craft beverages”

05.03.2026 11:55 👍 2 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Bristol cinema ranked among world’s best The ranking places the much-loved picture house alongside venues in New York, Jaipur and Seoul

A cinema in our city famed not only for its film programme but also for its inclusive toilets has received another accolade

05.03.2026 08:55 👍 13 🔁 5 💬 2 📌 0
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Floating wetland providing new habitat for birds and butterflies Thousands of aquatic plants have been installed to combat wildlife decline

A new floating wetland in our city's harbour is providing a habitat for wildlife like birds, otters and butterflies

05.03.2026 07:55 👍 10 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Green light given for major development at new town Planning approval given for a 123,000 sq ft office building at a new town development

Planning permission has been granted for a 123,000 sq ft office building at the new town known as Brabazon

05.03.2026 06:55 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Last-ditch call to save running track The 50-year-old track could soon be handed over to developers with Labour warning the facility is "officially doomed"

A 50-year-old athletics track could soon be handed over to developers amid warnings the facility is "officially doomed"

04.03.2026 18:55 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Residents warn area could become ‘UK’s first Green slum’ People say the neighbourhood has become "the land that time forgot"

Locals voiced concerns that the area is starting to feel like "the land that time forgot"

04.03.2026 17:55 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Plans for 260 homes on meadows recommended for approval But hundreds of residents have lodged objections, highlighting the field’s “rich biodiversity”

Plans to develop a much-loved green space in south Bristol have been recommended for approval by city planners

04.03.2026 16:55 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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First look at lineup for Bristol Harbour Festival 2026 “We want the programme to properly reflect what’s happening in Bristol right now”

The lineup for this year's harbour festival aims to shine a light on local talent and diverse music

04.03.2026 15:55 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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New David Hockney collection lands at Hidden Gallery Works include limited edition prints and signed exhibition posters from the famed British artist

It's a chance to purchase prints and posters for a fraction of the cost of unique works by the famed artist

04.03.2026 14:55 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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A Grain of Sand, حبة رمل, The Weston Studio, Bristol Old Vic – ‘A valiant and disturbing work of art’ Sarah Agha is the sole cast member in a tale told through the eyes of a Gazan child

Elias Matar's powerful play is written through the lens of Palestinian children in Gaza

04.03.2026 11:54 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Meet the stellar chefs cooking at Bristol Legends Some of the city's best chefs are collaborating to create a special menu for the evening

Some of the city's best chefs are collaborating to create a special menu for the evening

04.03.2026 08:55 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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NHS trusts confirm merger The merger will form a single organisation of more than 28,000 people

The two hospital trusts have been planning to join forces for the last few years

04.03.2026 07:55 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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New 24-hour bus lanes to be created along Portway The next phase of construction work on the important route is set to take 14 months

The next phase of work on the Portway is set to take 14 months and will include 24-hour bus lanes, new street lighting, more tree planting and reduced speed limits

04.03.2026 06:55 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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BV artists prepare for annual Open Studios weekend The level of talent within the studios is remarkable, says studio holder ‘Peter Kettle’

Four painters share more about their practice and their experience of life at BV

03.03.2026 19:55 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Tom Marshman on unearthing queer stories through performance Tom has been shortlisted in the Performing Arts category at Bristol24/7’s Bristol Legends awards

Tom Marshman has spent decades uncovering and amplifying unseen queer histories

03.03.2026 18:55 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0