Whats on in Bristol Local News
Dividends, Debt… Direct Action
It’s been nearly 40 years since Wessex Water was privatised. Since then the company has been loaded with debt and dumped sewage into our waterways while paying out huge dividends. What will it take to change course?
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The bravest conversations are with those we love
After coming across a far-right YouTuber trying to provoke people for content, Nikesh asks: is it better to engage or ignore? And how do we have hard conversations with those closest to us?
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AI mural in ‘home of Banksy’ slammed for getting Bristol so wrong
‘In a climate where humans are being replaced by AI at an alarming rate, choosing art like this is not only an aesthetic choice but a political one.’ Bristol – Metro …
Map reveals the best takeaway restaurants in each UK region — is your local a winner?
Uber Eats UK has unveiled the regional 2026 Restaurant of the Year Award winners. Bristol – Metro …
Photo essay: Glimmer
Photographer Dulcie Wagstaff explores how spirituality feels for a generation brought up around technology
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Harbourside to Gaza: Bristol answers the Freedom Flotilla’s call
This week a boat set sail from Bristol to break Israel’s siege on Gaza. Twelve people are on board the latest vessel attempting to deliver aid to Palestine
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Goofy ‘fox’ bought for £50 at market was actually natural history ‘holy grail’
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‘Come and find a listening ear’: Seeking solace at Bristol’s Rastafari Centre
We visit the Rastafari Community Centre in St Pauls. How is the legacy and learning of a tradition carried forward when its elders are no longer here?
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Metro Bristol
- Teenage passenger killed during police chase in Bristol
by Ryan Prosser on October 25, 2026 at 8:39 pmOfficers had chased a white Nissan Juke through south Bristol, before it collided with a black Audi S3 just after 4am today.
- Pensioner and labrador ‘he loved more than life itself’ both killed in bus crash
by Barney Davis on October 25, 2026 at 7:19 pmMan in 70s and his dog die after being hit by bus in Holloway Road. (Picture: Google maps) Tributes have been paid to an elderly man and his beloved pet labrador after they were both fatally struck by a bus in Bristol. The man and his pet were critically injured in the collision and died at the scene in Bristol after 11pm on Thursday. The driver of the bus, believed to be in his 30s, was detained by officers and remains in custody as enquiries are ongoing. Heartbroken neighbour Paul […]
- Man in 70s and his dog die after being hit by bus
by Ryan Prosser on October 24, 2026 at 2:37 pmThe man and his pet were critically injured in the collision and died at the scene in Bristol after 11pm on Thursday, police confirmed.
- Lab-grown human mini-brains can ‘read Braille’
by Josh Milton on October 20, 2026 at 8:30 am'They're tiny, three-dimensional cultures of human brain tissue.'
The Bristol Cable
- ‘Your body is a vehicle’: Bristol’s POC-led outdoor groups
by Adam Quarshie on October 28, 2026 at 2:44 pmFrom cycling to hiking and school gardens, POC-led groups are widening access to nature in Bristol. But is the wider environmental movement paying attention? The post ‘Your body is a vehicle’: Bristol’s POC-led outdoor groups appeared first on The Bristol Cable.
- War, weather and oil: greengrocers navigating an economy on the brinkby Isaac Kneebone-Hopkins on October 22, 2026 at 10:58 am
With global conflicts, fuel price hikes and extreme weather events pushing up the price of fruit and veg, the Cable talks to Bristol shopkeepers about how they’re keeping their businesses alive The post War, weather and oil: greengrocers navigating an economy on the brink appeared first on The Bristol Cable.
- Bristol’s children in care face growing shortage of foster homesby Anna Zuurmond on October 16, 2026 at 10:24 am
As the number of children needing care rises, a shortage of foster homes is pushing the council towards expensive residential placements, long-distance moves and unregistered accommodation The post Bristol’s children in care face growing shortage of foster homes appeared first on The Bristol Cable.
- ‘People don’t get a say in the food system’: How Generation Soil is transforming Bristol’s food wasteby Sofia Lambis on October 13, 2026 at 3:22 pm
In a corner of Leigh Woods, an eco-project is building a circular food system and connecting Bristolians to the land The post ‘People don’t get a say in the food system’: How Generation Soil is transforming Bristol’s food waste appeared first on The Bristol Cable.
Bristol City Football Club
- Preview: Bolton Wanderers (A)by Emily Poole on October 30, 2026 at 3:17 pm
Bristol City head north to face Bolton Wanderers at the Toughsheet Community Stadium on Saturday, October 31st at 3pm. Michael Skubala’s side hope to follow their recent draw at Stoke City with three points in Greater Manchester. Last winning at home to Watford, City have since been beaten by Blackburn Rovers and Sheffield United but The post Preview: Bolton Wanderers (A) appeared first on Bristol City FC.
- Get winter ready with City collectionby Sheridan Robins on October 30, 2026 at 11:07 am
As the temperature drops, don’t miss out on all the latest City merchandise. A host of items including travel wear, training wear and athleisurewear are all available to purchase online and in-store. More than 120 items are available to choose from, such as: Season Ticket Holders and Members can claim a 5% discount automatically at The post Get winter ready with City collection appeared first on Bristol City FC.
- Download your squad photoby Ryan Morgan on October 30, 2026 at 9:33 am
Bristol City’s 2026/27 squad photos are available to download. The post Download your squad photo appeared first on Bristol City FC.
- McNally looks ahead to Boltonby Sheridan Robins on October 29, 2026 at 5:04 pm
Luke McNally met the media for the first time since returning from his long-term injury. He spoke candidly about the journey back to fitness, how he feels being back in the team and hopes for the season. The post McNally looks ahead to Bolton appeared first on Bristol City FC.
- Skubala on Bolton challengeby Sheridan Robins on October 29, 2026 at 4:14 pm
Michael Skubala met the media ahead of City’s trip to the Toughsheet Community Stadium. He spoke about player availability, the challenge of scoring more goals and much more. The post Skubala on Bolton challenge appeared first on Bristol City FC.
BBC Sport – Bristol
- Leicester dominate Bristol to go top of the Prem
on October 30, 2026 at 9:43 pmLeicester take maximum points to go top of the Prem before the rest of the weekend fixtures with a 22-16 win away at Bristol.
- Smith out injured as Saints make changes for Gloucester
on October 30, 2026 at 2:47 pmPrem champions Northampton Saints will be without fly-half Fin Smith for Saturday's meeting with Gloucester.
- Bristol then and now: Trams, barges and rugby
on October 30, 2026 at 6:07 amAn interactive gallery showing how the city has changed over the past century.
- Saracens did unbelievable job with Auvaa - Lam
on October 28, 2026 at 4:24 pmBristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam tells BBC Radio Bristol Saracens did everything they could for Totoa Auvaa before he was sacked by them.
- Janse van Rensburg set to return in December
on October 28, 2026 at 3:54 pmBristol Bears and England centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg will have to wait until December to play again following a head injury.
Bristol Bears Rugby
- Highlights: Bristol Bears 16-22 Leicester Tigersby Will Carpenter on October 31, 2026 at 9:00 am
A sensational try from Louis Rees-Zammit and 11 points from the boot of James Williams saw Bristol Bears claim a losing bonus-point against Leicester Tigers. Bears took an early lead through a blistering score from the British & Irish Lion but went into the half-time break trailing 12-7 after Matias Moroni and Tom Jordan were The post Highlights: Bristol Bears 16-22 Leicester Tigers appeared first on Bristol Bears Rugby.
- Report: Bristol Bears 16-22 Leicester Tigers – PREM R5
by Andy Baber on October 30, 2026 at 10:02 pmA sensational try from Louis Rees-Zammit and 11 points from the boot of James Williams saw Bristol Bears claim a losing bonus-point against Leicester Tigers. Bears took an early lead through a blistering score from the British & Irish Lion but went into the half-time break trailing 12-7 after Matias Moroni and Tom Jordan were The post Report: Bristol Bears 16-22 Leicester Tigers – PREM R5 appeared first on Bristol Bears Rugby.
- What’s On: Leicester Tigers (Legends Night) – October 30th
by Andy Baber on October 30, 2026 at 12:00 pmBristol Bears are turning back the clock for Legends Night when Leicester Tigers visit Ashton Gate in the Gallagher PREM on Friday, October 30th (7.45pm KO) – here’s everything you need to know ahead of a special occasion under the lights! 🎟️ TICKET INFORMATION The Ticket Office by the Atyeo Statue will be open from The post What’s On: Leicester Tigers (Legends Night) – October 30th appeared first on Bristol Bears Rugby.
- Hall of Fame inductee #015 – David Lemi
by Will Carpenter on October 30, 2026 at 11:05 amSamoan winger David Lemi was one of the most exciting Bristol players of the professional era, a speedy and elusive runner with the ability to conjure tries from seemingly impossible positions. He arrived at the club as a virtual unknown, but by the time of his departure he was unquestionably a Bristol legend. Lemi was The post Hall of Fame inductee #015 – David Lemi appeared first on Bristol Bears Rugby.
- Hall of Fame inductee #014 – Matt Salter
by Will Carpenter on October 30, 2026 at 11:02 amMatt Salter was an iconic figure in Bristol’s recent history and will be remembered as one of the club’s greatest ever captains. He led the club for four consecutive seasons from 2004, and during this time Bristol regained their position in the Guinness Premiership and finished third in the table in the 2006-07 season. Playing The post Hall of Fame inductee #014 – Matt Salter appeared first on Bristol Bears Rugby.
Bristol Post – News
- Lous Rees-Zammit branded 'absolutely rude' by referee in Bristol Bears defeat
by bristolpostnews@localworld.co.uk (Jon Doel) on October 31, 2026 at 11:37 amLouis Rees-Zammit scored a stunning solo try but was branded "absolutely rude" by referee Luke Pearce as Bristol Bears fell 22-16 to Leicester Tigers in the Premiership
- I tried viral peel-off mask that lived up to the hype and gave me 'glass-skin'
by bristolpostnews@localworld.co.uk (Maxine Denton) on October 31, 2026 at 11:13 amIt's the ideal product to add to your winter skincare routine
- 'Best camera phone ever made' that takes 'exceptional' photos gets £177 discount
by bristolpostnews@localworld.co.uk (Catherine Addison-Swan) on October 31, 2026 at 9:01 amOne user described the Oppo Find X9 Ultra as a 'masterpiece' that 'obliterates the competition'
- M5 junction near Bristol CLOSED all weekend - timings and diversion map as nearby event cancelled
by bristolpostnews@localworld.co.uk (Paul Greaves) on October 31, 2026 at 8:55 amA landmark hotel nearby has cancelled its firework night as a result
- Bristol Bears 16 Leicester Tigers 22: Reaction and highlights as Bears beaten
by bristolpostnews@localworld.co.uk (John Evely) on October 31, 2026 at 8:52 amAll the build-up, team news, live play-by-play match updates, reaction, analysis, stats and highlights from Ashton Gate
