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Bristol News by HANA - Edition 33
Bristol Bites: celebrations, City calamity and cancellations
Rhidian Wynn Davies
May 09, 2025
Bristol News by HANA - Edition 33
Bristol Bites: celebrations, City calamity and cancellations
Yesterday was a busy – and emotional – 8th of May. VE Day celebrations and commemorations. Trade deals. Bristol City’s dismal defeat in their first leg semi-final play-off in the battle to reach the hallowed – and lucrative – turf of the Premier League. (Note to Robins boss Liam Manning: don’t blame the ref. It never works).
On the bright side, Bristol is sunnier than London. No wonder property prices in our city are so so high. It’s a wonderful place to live in, to learn in and to love in. Now our elected representatives need to tackle our social housing crisis as a priority. The van dwelling problem in Bristol is growing and will, inevitably, create community division and strife unless it is properly addressed.
Elsewhere, Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood has been forced to cancel his Bristol gig after “credible threats” because he had the temerity to propose sharing a stage with an Israeli musician. To all you cancel culture clowns out there, remember this as we reflect on the 80th anniversary of VE Day. The Nazis burnt books. They lost. We won.
Rhidian Wynn Davies | Editor in Chief
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Databox
How sunny is Bristol?
UK comparison: Bristol gets about 1,631 hours of sunshine a year, which is sunnier than London (~1,410 hours), Manchester (~1,416 hours), and Glasgow (~1,203 hours), but less than coastal spots like the Isle of Wight (1,976 hours) and Bognor Regis (1,919 hours).
European comparison: Bristol's sunshine levels are close to cities like Amsterdam (1,662 hours) and Berlin (1,625 hours), but far below Mediterranean cities such as Valletta, Malta (2,957 hours), Lisbon (2,799 hours), and Athens (2,771 hours).
Seasonal variation: In Bristol, July is the sunniest month with around 219 hours of sunshine, while December is the dullest with just 53 hours.
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An illuminated Clifton Suspension Bridge dominates the Bristol night sky
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Hyper-local news articles
Count yourself lucky. At least it’s not Luton Airport
Bristol Airport issues major change to car park drop-off Yahoo News - May 7, 2025 Bristol Airport is going cashless for its Drop and Go car park starting May 12, allowing customers to pay by card or contactless methods, including Apple and Google Pay. While the change aims to streamline traffic flow, cash payments will still be accepted in other parking areas like the Short Stay and Pick Up car parks. |
Bristol in Pictures: Drum & bass bike ride and City make top six BBC News - May 4, 2025 This week in Bristol was alive with activity, from Bristol City's play-off aspirations and the Bristol Folk Festival to a lively Drum & Bass Bike Ride and a charity match for men's mental health. The city also welcomed summer with traditional celebrations, including a special procession featuring Jack in the Green and festivities like morris dancing and a sneak preview of the upcoming Gromit Unleashed trail. |
Inductosense inspires innovation in Bristol
University of Bristol spin-out Inductosense honoured with King’s Award for innovation Bristol - May 6, 2025 Inductosense, a pioneering company founded in 2015 by Dr Chenghuan Zhong and colleagues from the University of Bristol, has been awarded the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise for its innovative WAND system, which utilises wireless, battery-free ultrasonic sensors to enhance wall thickness monitoring in metal structures. With a growing team and thousands of sensors deployed worldwide, Inductosense is transforming corrosion monitoring while delivering significant cost savings to customers. |
Trains running between Gloucester and Bristol after weekend work completed Rail UK - May 6, 2025 Train services between Gloucester and Bristol are running smoothly after significant upgrades, including track replacement and infrastructure enhancements. However, bus replacements will be in effect on the weekends of May 10-11 and May 17-18 due to ongoing maintenance work. |
Who’s the creep? Rock stars or odious individuals making “credible threats”?
Radiohead star Jonny Greenwood hits out at 'censorship' and 'intimidation' after Bristol show cancelled following 'credible threats' Sky News - May 6, 2025 Jonny Greenwood of Radiohead has condemned the cancellation of his performances with Israeli musician Dudu Tassa due to credible threats, labelling it as censorship that undermines artistic freedom. The decision sparked a heated debate, with some groups celebrating the cancellations as a political victory while the musicians lamented the weaponisation of their situation amidst ongoing conflicts. |
Hundreds cycle through Bristol for drum and bass bike ride BBC News - May 4, 2025 Join the vibrant drum and bass bike ride in Bristol, organised by DJ Dom Whiting, as it celebrates music and cycling with hundreds of participants creating a lively atmosphere in the city. This annual event not only fosters community engagement but also highlights the dynamic culture of drum and bass music. |
Man’s remains were found in suitcase alongside Arsenal towel, court hears Bristol Live - May 6, 2025 In a chilling murder trial at the Old Bailey, Yostin Mosquera faces charges for the brutal killings of Albert Alfonso and Paul Longworth, whose remains were discovered in shocking circumstances, including Alfonso's body found in a suitcase. As forensic evidence reveals the violent nature of the attacks, new witness testimony could further influence the case's outcome. |
Sport
Bristol Bears
The crunch comes in Cardiff tomorrow (10 May, 3.05pm). The Bears face arch rivals Bath at the Principality Stadium – a rugby cathedral that sits nearly 75,000. Anything other than a win would leave Bristol’s premiership promotion hopes in peril. But a bonus point victory over table toppers Bath would change the story. Reaching 52 points with two games to play would probably be enough to secure a semi-final berth. The Bears need to play on a wing and a prayer, perhaps. Ideally, a wing who scores a couple of terrific tries.
Meanwhile, British & Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell has selected Bears prop Ellis Genge in his squad to tour Australia this summer. Big man, big heart. Watch out, Wallabies.
Bristol City
The Robins saw red last night at Ashton Gate with catastrophic consequences in the first leg of their Championship play-off semi-final against Sheffield United. Central defender Dickie’s dismissal was accompanied by the award of a penalty, which The Blades duly dispatched. All on the stroke of half-time.
The second half proved no better for City as United netted two more goals to make it 0-3 on the night. Upsides? Nearly 26,000 packed into the Gate. And miracles do happen in football. But the trip to Bramall Lane for the second leg looks daunting, if not doomed.
Harrison Burrows slots home a penalty after Rob Dickie is sent off for bringing down Kieffer Moore ⚽️🟥
— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball)
7:52 PM • May 8, 2025
Bristol Rovers
Not much more to say, really. The Pirates ran into the relegation rocks due to a disastrous, defeat ridden League One run in. It had been in their hands but they let survival slip through their fingers. The choppy waters of League Two now beckon.
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Property news
Perfect pastels. The palette of beautiful Bristol
Bristol Cold War nuclear bunker to be turned into events space Business Live - May 6, 2025 A Cold War nuclear bunker in Brislington, Bristol, is being transformed into an events space as part of a new housing development featuring 160 homes, including affordable options. The project aims to blend modern living with the historic significance of the Grade II-listed Bristol War Room, while ensuring low-carbon homes for the future. |
Major Bristol city centre transport schemes to be considered UK Property Forums - May 8, 2025 Bristol's Transport and Connectivity Committee is set to discuss multi-million pound investments aimed at transforming the city centre transport network, focusing on enhancements in Broadmead, Redcliffe Roundabout, and Bond Street to boost bus usage and active travel. Key proposals include significant funding for continuous bus lanes, segregated cycleways, and pedestrian-friendly improvements, all designed to support urban regeneration and create a more connected, sustainable city. |
Judicial review begins into Bristol Zoo's redevelopment plans South West - May 8, 2025 Bristol City Council has green=lit plans to transform the former Bristol Zoo site into 196 homes, a café, playground, and conservation hub, despite local residents' concerns over biodiversity and green space loss. The redevelopment promises free public access to the gardens for the first time, with details pending on the planning application's outcome. |
Hotspot for fly-tipping at community centre could become affordable housing Yahoo News - May 8, 2025 Bristol City Council is seeking community feedback on plans to transform the former Hillfields Park Community Centre into an affordable housing project with around 10 new homes, while tackling fly-tipping and anti-social behaviour. The proposal includes improved access roads and pedestrian footpaths, ensuring the new development meets local needs while preserving existing trees. |
New hope for Bristol's tallest unfinished building as updated plans submitted Bristol Live - May 7, 2025 Developers are optimistic about completing The Boatyard, Bristol's tallest unfinished building, by 2027 after submitting updated plans to construct 152 affordable apartments and commercial space. With significant design revisions and a commitment to safety, the project aims to address previous challenges and begin remediation works in early 2025. |
Council backs plans for 549 student beds in Bristol approved Business Live - May 2, 2025 Bristol City Council has unanimously approved scaled-down plans for a student accommodation complex in St Philips, set to house 549 University of Bristol students while incorporating commercial space and a community hub. The revised project addresses previous concerns by enhancing local amenities and pedestrian links, with developers committing £157,000 towards public art to reflect the area's heritage. |
Housing block tenants hit out at 'squalid' living conditions as MP calls for urgent action Bristol Live - May 7, 2025 Bristol MP Carla Denyer is demanding urgent action to address the dire living conditions at Queen’s Court flats, where tenants face rising rents and severe issues like black mould and leaks. Local councillors are backing residents' calls for better conditions, while Bristol City Council has issued penalties to the property owners for failing to meet legal standards. |
UK's cheapest towns for family homes revealed - two are within Bristol's commuting distance Bristol Live - May 7, 2025 Zoopla has identified the most affordable towns in Great Britain for families, with Port Talbot and Neath near Bristol offering budget-friendly three-bedroom homes at £160,300 and £176,400, respectively. As demand for these areas surges, prospective buyers are increasingly seeking value in a competitive housing market, often considering different regions or making compromises on property features. |
What’s on in Bristol this weekend?
Sundowners at The White Lion Terrace
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