Latest News (January 2025) - Visit West

Paule Vézelay, born Marjorie Watson-Williams in 1892, grew up in Clifton, Bristol. In a full-circle moment, its current owner is lending one of Vézelay’s works to the RWA’s landmark exhibition dedicated to this trailblazing artist.

The South West Heritage Trust is teaming up with MAKE Southwest, the Heritage Craft Association and D’Oyly Carte Charitable Trust to provide opportunities for children and young people to experience heritage crafts, some of which are at risk of dying out.

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

National Trust has co-commissioned internationally renowned artist Luke Jerram to create Helios named after the Ancient Greek mythological God who personified the sun.

Parallels and Tetra are the latest show stopping artworks to join the lineup for Bristol Light Festival’s fifth edition, running from Friday 31 January to Sunday 9 February 2025

The Good News… is Siren Bristol is back and Bloc Party is bringing the energy for the ultimate summer gig on the Harbourside on Friday 25 July 2025.

Bristol is taking another bold step to ensure nighttime safety as the City Centre BID partners with Avon & Somerset Police for a second Safe Space pilot. 

This January, Haynes Motor Museum is offering motoring enthusiasts and the curious alike the opportunity to step closer to some of the cars that have defined automotive history.

Due to long term staff sickness, we are seeking volunteers to assist with the overall organisation and day to day running of the Bristol Shopmobility Scheme to aid in its reopening.

Spike Island is seeking a highly organised, proactive and creative Communications Officer to help us shape dynamic relationships between art, artists and audiences. You will lead the delivery of Spike Island’s communications and audience development plans to support the effective realisation of our artistic programme and business plan.

Award-winning comedian, actress, and proud Bristolian, Jayde Adams, is the latest act announced for the inaugural The Bristol Comedy Festival.

Individuals across Bristol, Bath and the wider region have been recognised in The King's 2025 New Year Honours.