Bristol AI Briefing

Today in Bristol, summarised.

Weather: Clear skies across Bristol overnight. Expect lows around 14°C. A cloudy start expected tomorrow morning.

Getting around: Traffic is being held on the M4 near Bristol, and flights at Bristol Airport are cancelled with diversions to other UK airports.

Top stories: Bristol Airport has suspended all flights after a runway defect, while police incidents and crashes have caused major disruption on the M4 and in Easton, and Bristol City, Bristol Rovers and Somerset have all made sporting headlines.

Upcoming events: On Wednesday 12 August, the South West will get a partial solar eclipse, with up to 95% of the sun covered; on Friday 14 August, a community memorial event at Rawnsley Park in St Jude’s runs from midday to 7pm.

Last updated 46 minutes ago · Generated from local source headlines

Events

What's on in Bristol

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Eventsvia Bristol Live – Events

Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2026: RAF military displays and flypast timings confirmed

A famed RAF parachute team will also be jumping into the main arena

23 hours agoRead at Bristol Live – Events

Eventsvia Bristol Live – Events

Exact timings for solar eclipse as South West to have best view of phenomenon

Up to 95 per cent of the sun is expected to be covered by the moon

23 hours agoRead at Bristol Live – Events

Eventsvia Bristol Live – Events

"Many won't be able to attend": Bristol Balloon Fiesta mobility scooter supplier pulls out days before event

There are calls for a new supplier to step in last minute

2 days agoRead at Bristol Live – Events

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Guides

Bristol guides

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Guidesvia Visit Bristol

The definitive guide to afternoon tea in Bristol

From the quirky to highly traditional, we suggest seeing how afternoon tea is done Bristol fashion.

2 days agoRead at Visit Bristol

Guidesvia Visit Bristol

Five easy hikes around Bristol

Bristolians and visitors alike are blessed with an abundance of scenic hikes all within a short distance of the city centre.

4 days agoRead at Visit Bristol

Guidesvia Visit Bristol

Things to do at night in Bristol

Nightlife in Bristol is legendary, whether you're a party-goer, or after a sober night out. Here are some ideas on what to get up to in the city after the sun sets.

5 days agoRead at Visit Bristol

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Imported headlines

From around the city

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Sportvia Bristol Live – Sport · 10 hours ago

How to watch Bristol Rovers vs Peterborough United and TV guide

Sportvia Bristol Live – Sport · 10 hours ago

Joining Bristol Rovers a 'no-brainer' for Reiss Russell-Denny as the Gas complete 11th summer signing

Newsvia BBC News · 11 hours ago

Charges dropped against man accused of racially-aggravated assault

Newsvia BBC News · 11 hours ago

Bath City FC board and supporters recommends sale to investors

Newsvia Bristol Live – News · 11 hours ago

Car fire causes heavy traffic in Easton - live updates

Sportvia Bristol Live – Sport · 11 hours ago

Dom Ballard's first Bristol City steps assessed as newfound depth presents different 'challenge'