Bristol AI Briefing

Today in Bristol, summarised.

Weather: Overcast across Bristol this evening, with rain possible (74% chance). Expect temperatures easing to around 12°C and a moderate breeze.

Top stories: Bristol is in the spotlight over a broadband work backlash, a major ambulance service probe into patient deaths, and fresh scrutiny of local politics, while Bristol Uni, students and community access schemes notch notable successes.

Upcoming events: On Wednesday, 17 June, Ashton Gate’s viral bar is opening ticket sales for World Cup 2026 screenings, with England’s first match against Croatia kicking off at 9pm UK time.

Last updated 43 minutes ago · Generated from local source headlines

Events

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Review: Matilda The Musical at The Bristol Hippodrome gets the full 5 stars

Matilda The Musical arrived at The Bristol Hippodrome this week with shows through until 27 June 2026. 365Bristol sent along Alys Marshall who gave it the full 5 stars! The first thing you notice about Matilda The Musical is the audience. 5 STARS.

17 hours agoRead at 365 Bristol

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Britain's Got Talent drone stars to put on Bristol show

Celestial were runners-up in the talent show

yesterdayRead at Bristol Live – Events

Eventsvia 365 Bristol

FORWARDS Festival announce second wave line-up for 2026

6 days agoRead at 365 Bristol

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Bristol guides

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Review: Matilda the Musical at Bristol Hippodrome

Find out what Laura from the Visit Bristol team thought of Matilda the Musical, the RSC's beloved adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic story, currently at the Bristol Hippodrome until Saturday 27th June 2026.

10 hours agoRead at Visit Bristol