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Bristol Airport experienced a record number of passengers with nearly 9.8 million people using the South West’s gateway in 2023.

For an escape from the chilly weather, Bristol Aquarium heads to warmer seas this February half term with a new theme for families – Shipwrecked!

Wrap up warm and head to Westonbirt, The National Arboretum for a bracing walk in the next few weeks, whilst also discovering nature’s hidden winter wonders.

In a joyful early celebration of spring, Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm, is delighted to announce the birth  of newborn Dorset lambs, signalling the onset of lambing season.

The countdown has begun for Bristol Walk Fest 2024.

Bristol’s leading independent festival is preparing for the biggest party of the year with its iconic stages and incredible productions bringing big-names, bangers and the best of the city together. 

Crucial new data about the numbers of Critically Endangered Kordofan giraffe living within Cameroon’s Bénoué National Park has been released by Bristol Zoological Society

The world premiere WILDLIGHT will debut in the BBC Studio’s Natural History Unit’s home city, from 2 - 11 February.

Bristol’s iconic blue and yellow boats are sailing the city’s harbourside yet again, only this time they announce that employees will receive the Real Living Wage. 

The menu costs £30 per person for three courses and a cocktail, soundtracked by live music. 

This World Wetlands Day, 2 February 2024, WWT Slimbridge wants everyone to duck the stress of modern living and visit their local wetland for a moment of calm.

Alcotraz, the nationwide hit immersive cocktail experience, is due to open on Bristol’s All Saints Street on 26 January.