Latest News (March 2024) - Visit West

Just one week to go until the UK’s first Candy Cannon arrives at Avon Valley, alongside Lambing Live, and The Grinch as he attempts to steal Easter between 29 March - 14 April.

The Somerset motoring museum is inviting visitors to take a peek beneath the bonnet of some of the world’s most iconic motor vehicles this Easter. 

Owners and occupiers of listed buildings who are interested in improving the energy efficiency of their property can get early bespoke advice following the launch of a new pre-application service by Bath & North East Somerset Council.

A VisitEngland survey has indicated that 11 million Brits are planning an overnight holiday trip in the UK for the Easter weekend, bringing an estimated £3.2 billion boost to the economy. 

Over 420,000 passengers are planning to travel through the Airport over the coming weeks, with one of the busiest days falling on Easter Sunday, when approximately 30,000 passengers will travel through the airport. 

A furry new resident at Bristol Zoo Project is signalling the highly anticipated return of a much-loved species.

Ambassador Cruise Line launches 2025/26 season with a range of inspiring itineraries and early booking offers

A Fluffy phenomenon arrives! Bristol welcomes its first Fluffy Fluffy Store on Park Street with exclusive offers, grand opening celebrations begin on Saturday 23 March at 12pm.

Organisers of the AJ Bell Great Bristol Run have revealed the medal design for finishers at the 2024 half marathon or 10k.

A new rewards system added to fundsurfer for Upfest Presents which will see artist, activist and advocate Mister Samo spraying messages of love across Bedminster this May.

This Easter, budding artists can win an exciting opportunity to design the next art installations to feature in Wake The Tiger.

Bristol Climate & Nature Partnership has launched a new partnership with Bristol City Centre BID to deliver free climate support to organisations in the area.