The Latest Breaking News from Bristol

Medics caring for Maddy Lawrence did not initially test for sepsis, inquest hears

Hospital staff apparently failed to carry out observations needed to keep UWE Bristol rugby player safe, hearing is told

The Guardian - UK · Sep 1, 2023

UWE Bristol rugby player waited five hours for ambulance, inquest hears

Maddy Lawrence, 20, was injured in match and died in hospital 16 days later after picking up an infection

The Guardian - UK · Aug 29, 2023

Frustration at Bristol airport as air traffic control problems hit flights

Delays and cancellations leave some passengers scrambling to make alternative plans

The Guardian - UK · Aug 28, 2023

Basketball coach ‘brought to tears’ after Maya Jama buys new minibus for club

David Senart, head coach at Bristol Storm, said he ‘teared up’ when Maya Jama bought a new minibus for the club.

The Independent UK · Aug 23, 2023

‘Ahead of its time’: wooden car goes under the hammer in Bath

Hustler DIY kit car was crafted by former Rolls-Royce engineer and school woodwork teacher in 1980s

The Guardian - UK · Aug 21, 2023

Heilung’s awe-inspiring rituals are raising the bar for live music

At Bristol’s ArcTanGent festival, historical folk collective Heilung used an expanded lineup, meticulous choreography and a staggering light show to set a new standard of theatricality and authenticity

Metal Hammer · Aug 19, 2023

Digging in: council rejects plan for allotments in green belt near Bristol

Privately-run project calls decision ‘a real shame’ but local people concerned at ‘aggressively growing business’ and threat to wildlife

The Guardian - UK · Aug 16, 2023

Grandad Plants 2,000 Flowers In His Garden Creating Wave Of Rainbows

During lockdown, the grandfather of two discovered gardening and became hooked.

Zenger · Aug 15, 2023

Hot air balloons fill sky above Bristol during annual fiesta

Dozens of balloons took part in a mass ascent at Ashton Court Estate on Friday morning

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2023

Mother appeals to son’s killers to give themselves up

Eddie Kinuthia, 19, suffered multiple stab wounds during an attack in the St Pauls area of Bristol on July 21.

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2023