Latest News (November 2024) - Visit West

Continuing Bristol Old Vic's commitment to championing new writing, the theatre today announced Artistic Director Nancy Medina will direct a second original production for Spring/Summer 2025.

Abbey Hotel Bath Announces the return of its much-loved festive experience for Christmas 2024, with an exciting new twist.

See Somerset Rural Life Museum beautifully decorated for Christmas with festive foliage, Christmas angels and an immersive sound installation in the 14th Century Abbey Barn. 

Spike Island is looking for an energetic and committed curator who is passionate about supporting and working with artists. With excellent knowledge of current international artistic practices, the Curator will work closely with the Director to develop the artistic programme, and will have overall responsibility for its delivery.

Our consumer campaigns were recently launched to media at events in Bath and Bristol. 

Proposals for a new waste and recycling hub in Bath have been amended following feedback from residents and stakeholders. 

The multiple award-winning comedian and actor Harry Enfield is the latest star to join the line-up for next February’s 20th birthday edition of the UK’s biggest festival of screen comedy, Slapstick. 
 

Prior Park Landscape Graden will set the scene for a brand new trail this Christmas. 

Organisers of the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta have announced the strides they’ve made to strengthen the event’s financial stability.

The refurbishment will include the opening a second floor of new activities, including 9-hole crazy pool, a karaoke room, ten pin bowling and a variety of arcade games. 

Wookey Hole is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated Winter Wonderland, running from 23 November 2024 to 5 January 2025.

National Express has announced plans to enhance services connecting Bristol Airport with Birmingham, Gloucester, Cheltenham, and Weston-super-Mare.