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From wild swimming to seeing Mars, incredible live music festivals to comedy walks, street art trails to circus events – Bristol has a vast and varied selection of things to do this May bank holiday and half term.

The aim is to support businesses looking to work more effectively with the travel trade.

With Liverpool hosting this year’s Eurovision on behalf of Ukraine, all eyes are on the UK’s music legacy and Bristol is hitting the headlines as one of the country’s leading music cities.

Did you know the first ever Coronation of a crowned King of England took place in Bath in 973AD at Bath Abbey? Here, Visit Bath highlights the top things to do and places to stay in Bath to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles this May. 

The accreditation has been given to just 12 destinations and is expected to maximise the potential of the local visitor economy in Bristol, Bath and the west of England region.

This Spring, Visit Bristol is showcasing World Photography in Focus - five prestigious photography exhibitions taking place in Bristol.

The Easter Weekend and school holidays are not far off – here we highlight the top things to see and do.

From VR experiences in a 200-year-old museum, to numerous family-friendly Easter trails and foodie experiences for grown-ups – this Easter in Bristol is set to be egg-ceptional! 

From Bristol Light Festival to various events at the city's award-winning attractions and entertaining theatre shows, here is Visit Bristol’s round-up of family-friendly fun this February half term. 

Bath is one of the most romantic cities in the UK and the ideal setting for a Valentine’s retreat. Book into a luxurious spa hotel, walk hand in hand through one of its leafy parks and relax over a romantic meal for two.  

Over 30 buyers from Canada, Netherlands, Belgium, Italy and Spain will experience some of the highlights and key attractions within the Visit West region this January.

From tempting accomodation offers to affordable activities and delicious food and drink deals, here's how you can enjoy Bath on a budget this winter.