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Bristol in Pictures: Lionesses, Siren and Ozzy Osbourne mural
Bristol in Pictures: Lionesses, Siren and Ozzy Osbourne mural

BBC News

time2 days ago

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Bristol in Pictures: Lionesses, Siren and Ozzy Osbourne mural

Hot air balloons are a regular sight over the city in the summer, but when they take off in big groups from the city centre you know the fiesta is just around the football fans have been getting excited about watching the Lionesses take on Spain tonight, and the Gromit Unleashed 3 trail as this is Bristol and its the summer, there is more than one festival on offer, including Siren on the this and good news from around the city, is in our weekly image round-up. Up and away: The countdown has begun to the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, with a mass launch from College Green thrilling early commuters on Friday morning. Crowd pleaser: Bloc Party kicked off Siren Bristol in the Lloyds Ampitheatre on Friday night, with Sasha & Digweed playing on Sunday. Apple of our eye: Bristol Cider Week began on Friday night with a cider and cheese event on board the SS Great Britain. Organisers say they want Bristol to be recognised as the world capital of cider. Eat, drink and be merry: Talking of food and drink, Feast on Bristol comes to an end on Sunday after weeks of people trekking up to the Downs for some tasty treats. Anyone who missed out this year should bookmark 23-26 July 2026, those dates were announced by the organisers this week. Legend honoured: A mournful message has been added to the Ozzy Osbourne mural in St Werburgh's after his death this week. Hear them roar: Young footballers at a Bristol City FC summer training school in Brislington this week were showing their support for England's women, who take on Spain in the Euros final later. Winging it: The summer holidays are here and in places like Weston-super-Mare that can mean keeping a close eye on your ice cream or fish and chips due to the appetite of the local gulls. Chilling out: This Feathers McGraw statue, called Frostbite, has proved popular with shoppers at Cabot Circus. The Gromit Unleashed 3 trail continues until 31 August. Shiver our timbers: The Harbour Festival may have ended on Sunday but the Spanish galleon Galeón Andalucía continued to add a touch of pirate style to the harbourside for a couple more days. Bard in Bristol: There's under a week left to see Shakespeare's Henry V being performed by the Insane Root Theatre at Temple Church in the city centre. The show, featuring an all female and non-binary cast, has been running since June. Award winner: Dr Rachel Carr OBE, co-founder of national educational charity IntoUniversity, has been given an honorary doctorate from the University of Bristol. She picked up the honour watched by Ann Kennett, a primary school teacher who she said has been an inspiration to her. Going green: YES Bristol has now been launched, a new programme giving young people the chance to spend a year doing paid environmental work at organisations like City to Sea and Bristol Climate and Nature Partnership. In place: Bristol artist Alex Lucas' latest creation 'Once A Pond A Time' has now been unveiled in Quakers Friars in the city centre. Rising stars: Three Fairfield High School pupils - Red, Rubin and Aleem, have been selected for the Bristol Bears Junior Under-15 Academy.

Bristol Balloon Fiesta: All you need to know including city's best viewing spots
Bristol Balloon Fiesta: All you need to know including city's best viewing spots

ITV News

time4 days ago

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Bristol Balloon Fiesta: All you need to know including city's best viewing spots

With the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta around the corner, hot air balloon enthusiasts will be coming from far and wide for a weekend of mass ascents and celebration. The free event will be held from Friday 8 to Sunday 10 August at Ashton Court, with flights of more than 100 hot air balloons scheduled twice daily. The Fiesta attracts huge crowds to the city and provides a busy schedule - so here's a list of all you need to know. How do I get to the Bristol Balloon Fiesta? Ashton Court sits to the south-west of Bristol city centre and directions are signposted from all routes into the Fiesta. For those driving to the event, car parking tickets must be purchased in advance. It's also worth keeping in mind that Bristol operates a Clean Air Zone, which may affect your journey. Tickets can also be bought for a shuttle bus from Bristol Temple Meads and the City Centre to the event. The service is operated by StageCoach and runs from 10am on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with return journeys running until 11.30pm on Friday and Saturday and 9.30pm on Sunday. The nearest train station to Ashton Court is Parson Street, which is a 30-minute walk from the site. Those wishing to walk or cycle can take 'Festival Way' - a traffic-free path which will open on the weekend, connecting the city to Ashton Court Estate and beyond. What's on at the Balloon Fiesta? Weather-dependent mass ascents are scheduled at approximately 6am and 6pm each day. After dark on Friday and Saturday visitors can stay to watch the Nightglows - during which dozens of balloons inflate to glow in time to music. The main arena is also programmed throughout the day with music and events including Meet The Pilots, inflation races and tethered hot air balloons, to stunt displays, interactive challenges and Samba bands. Where are the best places to see the hot air balloons? For those not planning to be on-site at Ashton Court, there are plenty of other locations around the city which allow for stunning views of the balloons in flight. Less than a 20-minute walk away from Ashton Court, Greville Smyth Park can be a great spot to watch the balloons setting off across the city. Victoria Park is another nearby option to catch some views of the ascents. Over towards Clifton, the Observatory, the Suspension Bridge and the Downs are all popular areas for balloon-chasers. For those looking to sit in bars and restaurants to watch the ascents, heading to the Harbourside will make for a great evening. Gaining some height will allow for some good views of the flights, so it's also worth climbing up Brandon Hill, Troopers Hill or Perretts Park. If you're willing to go out of the city, Dundry Hill near Bristol Airport is a great location for peaceful views of the balloons.

New nonstop flights added to Sunport during Balloon Fiesta
New nonstop flights added to Sunport during Balloon Fiesta

Yahoo

time18-07-2025

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New nonstop flights added to Sunport during Balloon Fiesta

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – American Airlines has added special nonstop flights from Charlotte and Philadelphia to Albuquerque for the 2025 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. ABQ Sunport ranked among top 10 best airports in the country The airline will operate round-trip flights from each city on October 3, 4, 5, 10, 12 and 13. The flights will come to the Albuquerque International Sunport from the Charlotte Douglas International Airport and Philadelphia International Airport. The additional flights give East Coast travelers more options to get to Albuquerque for Balloon Fiesta. This comes after Delta Airlines recently announced new seasonal nonstop service to Albuquerque from Detroit and Seattle for Balloon Fiesta. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword

Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2025: What you need to know
Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2025: What you need to know

Yahoo

time16-07-2025

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Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2025: What you need to know

The sky above Bristol is set to be filled with hot air balloons again as the annual International Balloon Fiesta returns. Tens of thousands of people are expected to descend on Ashton Court Estate from 8-10 August to watch more than 100 balloons take off and see the iconic nightglows. Earlier this year, organisers announced that the fiesta is operating at a loss, following a "challenging" few years. It is the second year that the event will be shortened, taking place over three days instead of four. We have a handy guide to help you prepare for the 47th edition of the fiesta. More news stories for Bristol Watch the latest Points West Listen to the latest news for Bristol The event is free to attend, but the organisers charge for car parking to help cover operational costs. Those not parking at the fiesta can purchase a hospitality package to help contribute to the not-for-profit organisation, if they wish. There are a range of parking options but tickets must be booked online in advance. The blue car park, next to the fiesta site, opens at 05:00 BST on 8 August, ready for the morning launch. The last entry is 17:00. The red car park is the main public car parking site, which is located uphill from the main fiesta site. It opens at 10:00 on 8 August, so anybody planning to arrive sooner should book tickets for the blue car park. Those attending over the weekend can arrive from 05:00. The last entry is 17:00. The non-refundable tickets are cheaper the earlier they are booked, and are charged per vehicle rather than per person. Motorbike parking, at the orange gate, opens at 05:00 BST ahead of the morning launches. People wanting to use public transport can get the Stagecoach shuttle bus from Bristol Temple Meads station, booking in advance. The regular shuttle service will start from 10:00 BST every day. The balloons are scheduled to take flight twice a day in the mass ascents at dawn and dusk. The nightglow returns on Friday and Saturday, where dozens of balloons inflate after dark and use their burners to create a light show in time to a soundtrack. Away from the balloon action, there are a range of activities and demonstrations to take part in. Among those are chances to meet some of the pilots, watch a motorcycle stunt display team or take part in family yoga. An immersive attraction called In The Clouds is new for this year, offering visitors the chance to walk inside a cold-inflated balloon while hearing a soundscape that replicates the experience of pilots in flight. Traders, exhibitors and caterers will also be on site. Parts of the festival, such as the mass ascent, are weather dependent. The decision to take to the sky is left until the pilot's briefings, which take place just before a scheduled flight. A countdown and smoke cannon reveal the decision, with green signalling for them to fly. Even if the forecast does not work out in favour of the balloons, there are other activities and entertainment on offer. Attendees are advised to keep an eye on the forecast and plan accordingly - whether that means packing sunscreen, a waterproof jacket, wellies or a jumper. Follow BBC Bristol on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. What is new at Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2025? Balloon Fiesta to return after 'challenging' years Stunning pictures from the Bristol Balloon Fiesta

Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2025: What you need to know
Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2025: What you need to know

BBC News

time16-07-2025

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  • BBC News

Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2025: What you need to know

The sky above Bristol is set to be filled with hot air balloons again as the annual International Balloon Fiesta returns. Tens of thousands of people are expected to descend on Ashton Court Estate from 8-10 August to watch more than 100 balloons take off and see the iconic this year, organisers announced that the fiesta is operating at a loss, following a "challenging" few years. It is the second year that the event will be shortened, taking place over three days instead of have a handy guide to help you prepare for the 47th edition of the fiesta. Do I need tickets? The event is free to attend, but the organisers charge for car parking to help cover operational costs. Those not parking at the fiesta can purchase a hospitality package to help contribute to the not-for-profit organisation, if they wish. How do I get there? There are a range of parking options but tickets must be booked online in blue car park, next to the fiesta site, opens at 05:00 BST on 8 August, ready for the morning launch. The last entry is 17:00. The red car park is the main public car parking site, which is located uphill from the main fiesta site. It opens at 10:00 on 8 August, so anybody planning to arrive sooner should book tickets for the blue car park. Those attending over the weekend can arrive from 05:00. The last entry is 17: non-refundable tickets are cheaper the earlier they are booked, and are charged per vehicle rather than per parking, at the orange gate, opens at 05:00 BST ahead of the morning wanting to use public transport can get the Stagecoach shuttle bus from Bristol Temple Meads station, booking in regular shuttle service will start from 10:00 BST every day. What's on at this year's fiesta? The balloons are scheduled to take flight twice a day in the mass ascents at dawn and nightglow returns on Friday and Saturday, where dozens of balloons inflate after dark and use their burners to create a light show in time to a from the balloon action, there are a range of activities and demonstrations to take part those are chances to meet some of the pilots, watch a motorcycle stunt display team or take part in family immersive attraction called In The Clouds is new for this year, offering visitors the chance to walk inside a cold-inflated balloon while hearing a soundscape that replicates the experience of pilots in exhibitors and caterers will also be on site. Anything else I should know? Parts of the festival, such as the mass ascent, are weather dependent. The decision to take to the sky is left until the pilot's briefings, which take place just before a scheduled flight. A countdown and smoke cannon reveal the decision, with green signalling for them to if the forecast does not work out in favour of the balloons, there are other activities and entertainment on are advised to keep an eye on the forecast and plan accordingly - whether that means packing sunscreen, a waterproof jacket, wellies or a jumper.

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