Latest News (Press Releases) - Visit West

A new service is launched today to encourage and retain travel trade business in the region. 

The South West’s regional Convention Bureau – Meet Bristol & Bath - formally launched last year to proactively promote Bristol and Bath as top destinations for business events, makes its debut appearance at The Meetings Show 2022.  

Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee this May half term in Bristol. 

Bath will be brimming with bunting, afternoon teas, picnics, family entertainment and purple glowing illuminations of iconic buildings to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. 

This year sees the 75th anniversary of Bristol’s two oldest twinning relationships.

Visit West celebrates Bath’s hotel scene.

The national tourism agency, VisitEngland, has selected Visit West to receive further funding to help promote Bath and Bristol as they recover from the effects of the pandemic this spring and summer.

There is definitely a Spring in Bristol’s step this season, with a world-renowned immersive art experience coming to the city, a playful light festival, new hotels opening as well as Easter and May bank holiday events.  

With 2022 promising to be a vibrant and busy year for Bath, here are some highlights of new openings, events and exhibitions taking place in the World Heritage City.

Highlighting limited-time and year-round special offers, Visit Bristol launches the very first #BristolHotelsWeek with 22 tips for where to book your stay now in the city.

Bath is one of the most romantic cities in the UK and the ideal setting for a Valentine’s retreat.

With the start of 2022 drawing near, Visit Bristol looks ahead to some exciting openings and events coming to the city.