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Today in Bristol, summarised.

Weather: Partly cloudy across Bristol this evening, with rain possible (45% chance). Expect temperatures easing to around 14°C.

Top stories: Bristol has seen a string of major local stories, from a new city-centre music and arts venue and fresh funding for City of Bristol College to protests at Ovo Energy, a police-contact deaths report and a court stalking case.

Upcoming events: On Sunday 23 August, 90s Garage stars play a family event at Bristol’s Amphitheatre from 1pm, with Forwards Festival starting on Friday 28 August at the Downs and Ellie Goulding at Electric Bristol on Wednesday 2 September.

Last updated 22 minutes ago · Generated from local source headlines
Events

What's on in Bristol

Eventsvia 365 Bristol

Ellie Goulding live at Electric Bristol for album release show on 2 September 2026

Pop superstar Ellie Goulding is heading to Bristol on Wednesday 2 September 2026 for a special album release performance at Electric Bristol, giving fans the chance to see one of the UK's biggest pop artists in an intimate live setting. Goulding will

3 days agoRead at 365 Bristol
Eventsvia 365 Bristol

O2 Academy Bristol gigs for September 2026

September 2026 is shaping up to be a busy month at O2 Academy Bristol, with the venue on Frogmore Street offering up a particularly eclectic programme for music fans. From Amy Winehouse and Arctic Monkeys tributes to Iron Maiden, Daft Punk, reggae le

4 days agoRead at 365 Bristol
Eventsvia Bristol Live – Events

Bristol Forwards Festival 2026: All you need to know ahead of major Downs event

From who is playing to why there's an extra day this year, if there's tickets left, and how best to travel

5 days agoRead at Bristol Live – Events
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Guides

Bristol guides

Guidesvia Visit Bristol

17 accessible indoor attractions in Bristol

Discover galleries, museums, attractions and theatres in Bristol with helpful access information to plan a stress-free day out.

2 days agoRead at Visit Bristol
Guidesvia Visit Bristol

Bristol's best ice cream

When visiting Bristol this summer, you’re sure to be a stone’s throw away from a classic ice cream cone or frozen yoghurt. We round up Bristol’s best treats for a warm day...

4 days agoRead at Visit Bristol
Guidesvia Visit Bristol

Five scenic walks from Bristol train stations

Explore Bristol by rail and on foot with these five walking routes from Miriam Ricci at Railwalks.

13 Aug 2026Read at Visit Bristol
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Imported headlines

From around the city

Sportvia Bristol Live – Sport · 5 hours ago
Cam Pring and Joe Williams latest as Bristol City without Adam Randell for Birmingham trip
Newsvia Bristol24/7 · 5 hours ago
Nine deaths during or after police contact over last year
Newsvia Bristol24/7 · 5 hours ago
Public artwork delivers warning for the future
Newsvia Bristol24/7 · 5 hours ago
Chicken wing festival Returns to Bristol for ‘unrivalled weekend of flavour’
Food & drinkvia The Bristol Sauce · 6 hours ago
Pinto Thai Street Food, Nelson Street: 'For authenticity, ineffable charm and a five-pound BYO policy — this is the place'
Sportvia Bristol Live – Sport · 6 hours ago
Scott Twine 'a big part' of Bristol City plans as Michael Skubala issues latest transfer update
Newsvia Bristol24/7 · 6 hours ago
Fresh identity for much-loved cafe under new ownership
Newsvia Bristol Live – News · 6 hours ago
Teenager who stabbed schoolboy acquitted of murder
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