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Today in Bristol, summarised.

Weather: Overcast across Bristol this morning. Expect highs around 20°C.

Top stories: Carla Denyer has begun a phased return to work after burnout, while Bristol continues to see major cultural activity with Forwards Festival at The Downs and a packed month of music listings.

Upcoming events: On Friday 4 September, Dakka Shanks play Mr Wolfs in Bristol, xTool brings free personalised gifts to Forwards Festival, and Windmill Hill City Farm marks its 50th anniversary with a fayre on 12 September.

Last updated 18 minutes ago · Generated from local source headlines
Events

What's on in Bristol

Eventsvia Bristol Live – Events

In pictures: A look back at summer events in Bristol in 2026

From live music and city celebrations, to cardboard boats, Red Bull challenges, and skies full of balloons

23 hours agoRead at Bristol Live – Events
Eventsvia Bristol Live – Events

All the pictures from Forwards weekend so far as Lorde and Djo wow crowds

There has been a huge turnout on the Downs despite the highly variable weather

2 days agoRead at Bristol Live – Events
Eventsvia 365 Bristol

xTool Brings Free Personalised Gifts to Forwards Festival in Bristol

Forwards Festival in Bristol is bringing the tech this year with xTool, a global creative technology brand specialising in laser engraving, cutting and digital making tools, on site for all 3 days of the event from 28-30 August 2026.

4 days agoRead at 365 Bristol
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Guides

Bristol guides

Guidesvia Visit Bristol

Where to go for cocktails in Bristol

Whether you’re looking for a secluded speakeasy or a bit of glitz and glamour, it’s worth seeking out these brilliant Bristol bars.

4 days agoRead at Visit Bristol
Guidesvia Visit Bristol

Bristol harbourside hotels with waterfront views

Many of Bristol’s hotels and apartments have views of the river and beyond, but if you’re after something a little closer to the water’s edge, here’s our selection of those with impressive waterfront views.

6 days agoRead at Visit Bristol
Guidesvia Visit Bristol

5 ways to get golfing in Bristol

Whether you’re a golf pro or a total novice, we’ve put together some great ways you can give the sport a go on your next visit...

24 Aug 2026Read at Visit Bristol
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Imported headlines

From around the city

Newsvia Bristol24/7 · 12 hours ago
Review: Forwards 2026 day 1, the Downs – ‘Fuels the passion to make the future a better place’
Newsvia Bristol24/7 · 12 hours ago
Review: Forwards Presents, the Downs – ‘Art is powerful and was written in the air’
Food & drinkvia The Bristol Sauce · 13 hours ago
Bristol’s 79 best restaurants, mapped
Newsvia Bristol Live – News · 13 hours ago
Former pub and restaurant becoming café in latest Bristol planning applications
Newsvia BBC News · 14 hours ago
Southampton fan, 10, completes 970-mile ride in memory of grandad
Sportvia Bristol Live – Sport · 14 hours ago
Top-flight star and a 'handful' - Elijah Adebayo's route to Bristol City as Luton reference shared
Newsvia Bristol Live – News · 16 hours ago
Artist behind iconic M4 bridge graffiti dies
Sportvia Bristol Live – Sport · 16 hours ago
Every word Steve Evans said on Crawley Town win, Deadline Day plans, and early-season momentum
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