Tag: Bristol

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Bristol Bears Sign International Lock to Strengthen Forward Pack

Bristol Bears have made a significant addition to their forward pack by signing Argentina international lock Pedro Rubiolo on a three-year contract for the upcoming season. Rubiolo, who is just 21 years old, has...
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Crash outside village pub near Bristol: Major road blockage and impact on local traffic

A crash occurred this afternoon on Aboots Leigh Road near The George Inn, causing a major road blockage on the A369 in Bristol. The incident led to queuing traffic in both directions, as reported...
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Ashton Gate Sporting Quarter: Latest Images and Construction Updates

Construction updates and latest images of the Ashton Gate Sporting Quarter have been confirmed by stadium bosses in Bristol. The project includes a 5,000-seater arena for the Bristol Flyers basketball team, which will also...
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Inclusive School on the Edge of Bristol: A Welcoming Environment

Courtney Primary School, located on the outskirts of Bristol, has recently been praised by inspectors for maintaining a good standard of education and being a welcoming and inclusive school. The school, with 192 pupils,...
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IDLES to Headline New Bristol City Centre Music Event – Rock Royalty Takes the...

IDLES, one of Bristol's most influential bands, is set to headline a new music festival in the city center next year. The event will take place at Queen Square on Friday, August 1 and...
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Remembering Civil Rights Pioneer Paul Stephenson: A Bristol Legend’s Legacy

Dr. Paul Stephenson, a civil rights pioneer and Bristol's first black social worker, has passed away, his family has confirmed. He was a key figure in the Bristol Bus Boycott in 1963, which helped...
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Luxurious Castle Stay near Bristol: Spacious Room and Bed Experience

Staying in a castle is the ultimate luxury experience, and Studley Castle near Bristol offers just that without breaking the bank. This gothic revival building boasts 209 rooms, each blending historic charm with modern...
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Car Overturns on M4 Motorway Slip Road in Bristol: Traffic Update and Delays

Delays are worsening on the M4 in Bristol following an accident where a car overturned on the motorway. The eastbound entry slip road at junction 19 for the M32 has been shut down, leading...
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M4 Lane Closed Due to Vehicle Fire Near Bristol: Updates and Traffic Information

A vehicle caught on fire on the M4 near Bristol this evening, causing a lane closure on the westbound carriageway. The incident occurred between junction 17 for Chippenham and junction 18 for Bath. Fortunately,...
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Bristol Bake Off Star Lands BBC Radio Show

Bristol Bake Off star Briony May Williams is set to join BBC Radio Bristol and BBC Radio Somerset next month as a presenter. She will be covering for Andy Bennett for three afternoons in...
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Vehicle Car Park Auction in Bristol: Five Spaces, £475k Guide Price

A private car park in Bristol near the city center is up for auction next month with a guide price of £475,000. The car park, located at 125-129 Bishop Street in St Pauls, has...
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Manic Street Preachers Bristol Show: Tour Announcement and Details

Manic Street Preachers have exciting news for their fans as they have announced the release of their 15th studio album in the upcoming new year. Along with the album release, the band will be...
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Car Meets Banned Near Bristol: What You Need to Know

Car cruising has been banned across South Gloucestershire after the introduction of a Public Space Protection Order. The order, which was implemented following a request from Avon and Somerset Police and a consultation at...
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Storm Ashley Weather Warning for Bristol: Met Office Alert

A yellow weather warning has been issued by the Met Office for the South West, including North Somerset and areas bordering Bristol, ahead of Storm Ashley hitting the UK. The warning will be in...
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Nelson Mandela’s Grandson’s Bristol Visit Cancelled Due to Visa Issue

Zwelivelile Mandla Mandela, the grandson of Nelson Mandela, was scheduled to visit Bristol this week for a talk on dismantling apartheid from South Africa to Palestine. Unfortunately, his visit had to be cancelled because...
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Grand Opening Date Revealed for New LEGO Store in Bristol – Don’t Miss Out!

A new Lego store is set to open in the Bristol area next month, making it the second Lego store in the region. The store will be located at The Mall at Cribbs Causeway,...
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Bristol’s Historic Predecessor: The Former Capital of England Before London

Bristol's Historic Predecessor: The Former Capital of England Before LondonLong before London became the bustling capital of England, there were other towns that held this prestigious title. One such town is Malmesbury in Wiltshire,...
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Abandoned Loaded Gun Found in Bristol Alleyway – Police Pursuit Incident

A loaded gun was abandoned in an alleyway in Bristol after two men fled from the police. The weapon was a 9mm Parabellum self-loading pistol, which is illegal due to its barrel length and...