Latest News (2024) - Visit West

On 19 May, Matt will embark on his third Great Bristol Run. This year, however, he’s taking his commitment to a whole new level by donning an ostrich costume. 

More than 20,000 runners will be taking part in this year’s AJ Bell Great Bristol Run, which is set to be the biggest ever Great Bristol Run with the half marathon, 10k and Family Run events sold out.

With a month to go before the world premiere production of Gareth Farr’s new play, directed by Matthew Dunster, take a look inside rehearsals with photography from Helen Murray. 

We take a look at press and media coverage of Bristol, from April 2024.

Mendip Basecamp, based at Mendip Activity Centre in North Somerset, will reopen for its fifth summer of operation on 24 May. 

We take a look at press and media coverage of Bath, from April 2024.

The manifesto proposes policy measures and reforms to support the country's inbound visitor economy, worth £34 billion in export value, with a potential to grow 20% by 2027. 

Beautifully Proud will see a month-long programme of events, activities, exhibitions and performances for all ages across multiple venues throughout Pride month in June.

Conservation and education charity Bristol Zoological Society is pledging to conserve and protect dozens of species on the brink of extinction, which it’s working with in the UK and around the world.

National Trust venues are hosting an array of family friendly activities during May half term across Bath and Bristol. 

Part theatre, part stand-up, Let’s Unpack That follows Tiff as she looks back at the confusion and frustrations of teenage life through the lens of her very own 2007 diary.

Half term is nearly here, and if you’re looking for fun things to do with the kids, there’s plenty of fun to be had at WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre, where they can join in with Bing’s Nature Explorers’ activities.