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New contemporary psychological thriller The Crow Girl is now available as a box set exclusively on Paramount+, after filming entirely in and around Bristol last year, supported by the city’s Film Office.

Following an announcement by the Home Office that the cost of Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) will increase by 60%, Uk Inbound have released a statement. 

On Tuesday 14 January 2025, Visit West hosted a media and travel trade event in London to formally launch Austen 250 – the 250^th anniversary year of the birth of Jane Austen.

Midsomer Norton residents and visitors are being invited to join in the town’s annual wassail on 1 February, a traditional celebration to encourage ‘good spirits’ and bless apple orchards for a good harvest.

Bath Festivals is delighted to present Bath Music Festival 2025, with a stellar programme of internationally renowned artists.

Bristol Light Festival will return from Friday 31 January to Sunday 9 February, with ten installations brightening up the city at a traditionally dark time of the year.

Slapstick Festival is readying for the start of its 20th anniversary edition with the release of a film trailer containing birthday greetings from an array of its celebrity fans.

The annual children’s choir tour is seeking support from local businesses through exclusive discounts and offers – can you help?

For the first time ever the A1 bus service to Bristol Airport carried more than 1 million passengers.

The Ballers Bottomless Brunch features 90 minutes of competitive fun with a game of your choice, bottomless drinks, and American-style sharers

The grand reveal of the new theatre for dance will begin with a triple bill performance titled "Please Take Your Seats" on Friday 24 and Saturday 25 January. 

Friday 7 February will mark 10 years of Loco Klub, unveiling a refurbishment of the iconic venue under the arches at Bristol Temple Meads.