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Cemented locks and deflated diggers: the war over privately run allotments

With waits for council plots in England decades-long, Roots is renting out green space – but some communities are digging in

The Guardian - UK

Tears and joy as all but one Palestine Action accused granted bail

The 24 defendants had been in custody on charges of criminal damage and violent disorder over the raid on the Elbit Systems site near Bristol.

Evening Standard

Aviva Arena confirmed as Bristol’s new 20,000 live events venue – in an old Concorde hangar

The complex is expected to contribute £1bn to the local economy in its first decade

The Independent UK

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Rachel Reeves says newly named Bristol arena will put region on ‘global map’

The live entertainment venue has been named the Aviva Arena following a multimillion-pound sponsorship deal with the UK insurer.

Evening Standard

Why, after 30 years of secrecy, our brand agency decided to step into the spotlight

Bristol-based studio is now ready to talk about its work.

Creative Bloq

No matter how bleak their views, benches embody civic kindness

Bristol’s newest sit-down spot has been mocked for facing a brick wall – and there are plenty in my own town of York facing unlovely aspects. But sometimes we all just need a rest, writes Emma Beddington

The Guardian - UK

A Week on the Wrist with the Fears Brunswick – a classy dress watch from the heart of Bristol

The Fears Brunswick showcases beautiful, British watchmaking at its finest.

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3 hi-fi products I can't wait to see in person at the upcoming Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2026

A secret turntable, active speakers and a brand new range of electronics are teased

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‘My mum was a barmaid. I was raised on Bacon Fries!’ - readers on the pub that changed them

From 80s punk hangouts to celebrity hotspots to good old community boozers, readers reveal their much-loved locals

The Guardian - UK

“If we could make this stuff too hot to handle, that’d be great!”: Chris Buck appeals for help to find his stolen Peli cases

Gear was stolen from his car in Bristol

MusicRadar

Man, 30, found guilty of sexually abusing five children at Bristol nursery

Nathan Bennett convicted of offences against children aged two and three in case described as ‘every parent’s nightmare’

The Guardian - UK

Bristol church repair opens up possibility of Edward Colston exhumation

Diocese holds consultation on future of long-closed city centre site thought to be enslaver’s burial place

The Guardian - UK

Palestine Action activists cleared of aggravated burglary at Israeli defence firm site

None of the six activists were convicted of any offence over break-in at Elbit Systems factory near Bristol in 2024

The Guardian - UK

Lando Norris visits old school in a heartwarming day children "won’t forget"

Norris returned to Chew Stoke Church School near Bristol to talk motivation and perseverance as he leaves every child a gift

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The Times of India

UK police make first arrest one year after 600 'high-value' artefacts were stolen from Bristol Museum

Police have made the first arrest more than a year after over 600 culturally significant artefacts were stolen from a Bristol museum archive in a late-night raid. A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods, while detectives continue to appeal for help identifying four other suspects…

The Guardian - UK

Ofsted finds no political bias at Bristol school criticised for cancelling MP’s visit

Snap inspection of Brunel academy took place after it withdrew invitation to pro-Israel Labour MP Damien Egan

The Independent UK

Heathrow rolls out scanners in huge new security update

Heathrow Airport has completed a £1 billion rollout of new security scanners, enabling passengers to keep liquids and large electronic devices in their hand luggage. The new technology allows liquid containers of up to two litres to be carried, a significant increase from the previous 100ml limit. Heathrow is now…

The Independent UK

Prince William cracks speed joke as he tries out mobility scooter

The Prince of Wales whizzed around a robotics lab on a mobility scooter during a visit to an academic centre in Bristol on Thursday (22 January).

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Evening Standard

William jokes pioneering mobility scooter is not fast enough for him

The Prince of Wales visited the Bristol Robotics Lab on Thursday.

The Independent UK

Prince William has microplastic gadget fitted to his washing machines

The Prince and Princess of Wales moved into Forest Lodge, the Grade II listed eight-bedroom property, in the autumn

Evening Standard

William has microfibre filter fitted to washing machines at home

The Prince of Wales visited Matter, a finalist of his 2025 Earthshot Prize, at its premises in Bristol.

The Independent UK

Immersive Sun installation lights up Bristol swimming pool

‘I like creating artwork that brings people together,’ says artist Luke Jerram

Evening Standard

Sun artwork suspended above water at community swimming pool

An installation created by artist Luke Jerram has been placed above water at a swimming pool in Bristol.

The Guardian - UK

Bielle-Biarrey hat-trick fires holders Bordeaux to Champions Cup victory at Bristol

Louis Bielle-Biarrey scored a hat-trick for defending champions Bordeaux in their 27-15 victory at Bristol in the Champions Cup

Evening Standard

Cancellation of MP’s visit to Bristol school ‘unacceptable’, says Phillipson

Damien Egan was reportedly prevented from visiting Bristol Brunel Academy after intervention from pro-Palestinian activists.

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