This Christmas, the Amphitheatre at Bristol Harbour is getting a festive takeover as Bristol On Ice arrives in the city for the first time. From Saturday, November 28th until Sunday, December 27th, join us for ice skating, a 65-metre Star Flyer, Twister, Loop Fighter, Candy Cane Bungee Trampolines, Helter Skelter, games stalls, tipi bars, festive food and drinks, live music and more on the harbourside. Free to visit. Book skating and ride tokens in advance. Click for info and tickets.
Explore the diverse study programmes at SGS College. Whether you're considering A Levels, V Levels, T Levels, an Apprenticeship or our wider vocational offer, our Open Events are the perfect opportunity to explore your options and find the right next step for you. You can also explore our adult and part-time courses, higher education degrees and diplomas, and opportunities to learn, retrain or progress your career. 10 October. 10.00am to 3.00pm. Filton Campus, Filton Avenue, Bristol, BS34 7AT
Come and see our restored locomotive from the Fry’s chocolate factory in Keynsham. Discover more about this special locomotive and its local history by enjoying a ride behind the engine and taking a look through our displays & artefacts back at Bitton station. We will be operating a passenger train service providing full round-trips of our line, as well as offering brake van rides on our Fry’s loco – with both rides included in the price of your ticket. Best of all, all passengers will get to enjoy a chocolatey treat as you travel the line, with your choice of a Fry’s chocolate bar included as part of your trip! 18th October. Avon Valley Railway, Bitton Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD
Looking for family-friendly firework displays near Bristol this autumn? Join us at Old Down Country Park on Thursday 5th November for our popular Low Noise Fireworks event. It's the perfect Bonfire Night alternative for families with young children or sensory sensitivities. Two time slots mean you can choose the perfect time for your family, whether you're an early bird or night owl. 5th November. 4pm-6pm or 7pm-9pm. Old Down Estate, Foxholes Lane, Nr. Tockington, Bristol, BS32 4PG
Brain of J is a London-based Pearl Jam Tribute Band that was created in 2016 by five Pearl Jam fans. Since their formation, Brain of J has been thrilling crowds in packed venues across the UK with their high-energy performances of Pearl Jam’s greatest hits. Alice in Chains UK, born out of an inspired love for an incredibly passionate Grunge band, playing all the AIC songs spanning from Facelift to their last eponymous album record with Layne. 17 October. The Fleece, 12 St Thomas Street, Bristol, BS1 6JJ
Shaun the Sheep is back with a new movie - Sky Original film, Shaun The Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom, in cinemas September 18 - and this time he's gone full mad scientist! To celebrate, you can visit Shaun’s science lab - he needs the help of you and your flock to complete a string of baa-rilliantly bonkers challenges to help Shaun power up the SS Great Britain. Get it right and you'll earn your title as an official Ma-ad Scientist. Rain or shine, indoors or out, there's challenges to be found across the site - and it's all included in your ticket. 26 September to 1 November. Brunels SS Great Britain, Bristol Docklands, Bristol Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 6TY
We’re thrilled to welcome Ultimate RnB to BAWA, a premier 7-piece live band delivering a world-class tribute to the golden age of 90s RnB – a night of unforgettable grooves, soul, and harmony. Featuring three powerhouse lead vocalists (two female, one male) backed by an all-star lineup of synth keys, melodic guitar, and a razor-tight rhythm section – this Midlands-based group brings pure authenticity to every beat. 17th October, 6:45 pm to 12:00 am. BAWA, 589 Southmead Road, Bristol BS34 7RG
Brace yourselves for the Rude Science team’s hilarious, high-tech, highly-explosive new journey through the human body, packed with burp biology, fart physics and revolting edible chemistry. Expect enormous bottoms, edible fireworks, burp machines and the world’s loudest fart in this riotous science spectacular. On the surface it’s a rollercoaster of disgusting experiments built to delight young audiences, but under the bonnet it’s a brilliantly-constructed curriculum-driven adventure designed to inspire Britain’s kids with a lasting fascination for science. 25 October, 11:30am & 3pm. Redgrave Theatre, Percival Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3LE
The Aesthetic Beauty Education Expo (ABE Expo)is a landmark event uniting professionals from across the medical aesthetics and beauty sector for two days of education, innovation, and collaboration, thoughtfully balanced between aesthetics, beauty, education, and business solutions. Held at the iconic Bristol Ashton Gate Stadium, ABE Expo offers an unrivalled opportunity to learn from sector leaders, explore the latest advancements, and connect with brands shaping the future of aesthetics and beauty. Join us as we set a new benchmark for professional development and raise standards across clinical and everyday practice. Expect cutting-edge education, inspiring conversations, & an unmatched opportunity to network with professionals shaping the future of aesthetics, beauty education sectors. 9 - 10 November. Ashton Gate Stadium, Ashton Road, Bristol BS3 2EJ
Featuring Jenny Collier plus compere Adam Beardsmore. Robin Morgan’s comedy blends sharp observational wit with warm, self-deprecating storytelling, uncovering the humour in family life, modern masculinity and the awkward contradictions of everyday relationships. His style is conversational, intelligent and effortlessly engaging, combining rapid-fire punchlines with an easy charm that makes even deeply personal confessions feel universally relatable. Whether exploring social expectations or life’s small absurdities, Morgan balances emotional honesty with playful mischief, creating comedy that is both thoughtful and laugh-out-loud funny. 17 October - 8pm (doors 7.15pm) Hen & Chicken Studio, 210 North Street, Southville, Bristol, BS3 1JF
Get ready for Bristol’s biggest silent disco ever, this Halloween! We’re bringing you Bristol’s biggest silent disco ever across two of the city’s most iconic venues; Bristol Aquarium and We The Curious. Dive into the abyss with non-stop floor filling-bangers from the 80s, 90s, and 00s across several channels including indie anthems hosted by Propaganda! Experience Bristol’s most unique and exciting Halloween disco across two stunning museums with just one ticket. 31st October. Over 18s.
Every month our photographer travels around Bristol, Bath and Weston snapping the best feature of the South West … YOU! And if you are on one of these photos with your face highlighted by a red circle, you have WON £75.00! Thats right, and all you have to do is turn up at our Bristol office to collect. Next month it could be you! Note: Although we photograph in Bristol, Bath and Weston-Super-Mare only one prize winner will be chosen. We also reserve the right to not photograph within an area every month. Winners are chosen at random and the judges decision is final. Prizes must be claimed during the month in which the winners image is displayed on this website.
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