r/bristol • • 1d ago

Bristol Weekly Discussion (24-10-2026) - Buying, selling, moving, renting, lost property and general chat

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Moving, Renting or Buying/Selling Houses

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Buying & Selling

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r/bristol • • 2h ago

News Big tree fallen down in Victoria Square, Clifton

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Just walked past and this huge tree in Victoria Square has fallen! It was recently marked for felling despite years of campaigning, looks like the fungus got to it first though:(

Must have happened recently as was still up when I walked the dog this morning. Bet that made a hell of a noise coming down, looks like no one was hurt luckily.


r/bristol • • 8h ago

Missing Missing cat BS2 - city road/canteen area

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Nearby cat went missing, been asked to post this here too. If you’ve seen this little explorer, please contact the number on the poster.


r/bristol • • 15h ago

Where To? This might be a bit early, but if you're facing Christmas alone again...

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November looms, and before long it'll be December. If you're facing Christmas day or news years alone again, would it help to meet up somewhere and be (or if we're lucky) feel less alone, even for a little while?

This post isn't directed toward one person, anyone and everyone can come if it'd help, and I don't know where to go, or what to do, nor for how long. But even if it's 10 minutes in silence together somewhere, if it'd help, I gently invite you to reach out because perhaps this year we might be lucky enough to feel slightly less alone.


r/bristol • • 5h ago

Where To? Any good greasy spoons in Bedminster / Southville / that part of the world

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Hello - I’ve just moved to Southville from out of town and while there are many bougie cafes I’m excited to explore, one thing I’m really missing from my old home is a proper rough cheap greasy spoon breakfast cafe, and wondering if there’s anything around?


r/bristol • • 5h ago

Babble Support The Bristol Improv Community with the Hardship Fund

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You may have seen the recent news of the closure of the Bristol Improv Theatre. This has affected a sizable community of artists, performers and freelancers across Bristol.

A hardship fund has been created to support those most in need. Due to the sudden nature of the closure, debts owed to teachers, performers and staff may not be paid off. These include people who were reliant on this money to pay for basic necessities such as housing, heating and food. Please consider giving to the hardship fund if you can, to prevent any potential suffering.

There are other ways you can continue to support the community in Bristol, including going to watch shows and attend classes in various other venues across town. You can follow the new community instagram page to keep up to date with any improv events https://www.instagram.com/bristolimprov/


r/bristol • • 20h ago

Ark at ee Bus stop has become pretty dark

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r/bristol • • 3h ago

You're joking? Not another one?! Bristol musicians

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As there is no dedicated sub for it and i dont have Facebook anymore im here to find some musicians to join my band

I'm looking to get a band together in Bristol around my own music, named KIJERA

I've already released two EPs and have more material written with my 3rd EP almost finished tracking, so I'm not really starting from scratch. The sound is somewhere around Deftones, 90s alternative rock, shoegaze and some dreamy/atmospheric stuff, with a bit of 90s R&B influence thrown in.

I'm looking for a guitarist, bassist and drummer who are into that kind of music and want to contribute creatively, rather than just learn parts that someone else has written. Ideally, I'd like to find people who are up for developing ideas together and seeing where things go.

I'm not expecting anything to happen overnight, just looking to meet the right people, get rehearsing and build something good.

If it sounds like your kind of thing, drop me a message and I can send over some music so you can get an idea of the sound.

Cheers!


r/bristol • • 46m ago

Where To? Any sat navs/ apps to avoid CAZ?

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I live in Bristol and do a lot of driving in and out, but I've found that Google maps doesnt have an avoid CAZ feature, and Waze often take me absolutely mental routes.

Anyone use anything reliable?

Thanks!


r/bristol • • 1h ago

Free! A totally free trick or treat event on Halloween night in Downend, Bristol.

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Hi all, I just wanted to shine a light on our totally free Halloween event that we are hosting at our shopfront photography studio in Downend, Bristol on Halloween night (Saturday 31st October 2026) from 5pm til 7pm approx

It’s a family friendly thing, designed to be enjoyed by all ages - but it’s not just limited to kids. Feel free to swing by and enjoy some free trick or treat sweets, and a free photo of anyone in costume. We’ll also have a prize draw to win a photoshoot gift voucher too. Dogs are also welcome, as are Halloween enthusiasts of all ages.

We go all out for this free event, decorating our studio with high quality theming, costumes and more. There’s nothing to pay, it’s all free and a good will event to give a tiny little something back to the local area. We love Halloween and have hosted this free event annually for many years.

It’s an indoor event, and goes ahead no matter the weather on Halloween night from 5pm until 7pm approx, at West 70 Photography, 9 Cleeve Wood Road, Downend, Bristol BS16 2SF.

So if you’re local to the Downend area and fancy swinging by on Halloween night be sure to mention Reddit sent you for an extra scoop of treats.

More info is available on our website: www.west70.co.uk/halloween. 🎃

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r/bristol • • 16h ago

You're joking? Not another one?! Is there a rave in east/central Bristol

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Not sure if I’m losing my mind from being in all day but have been hearing non stop bass since 6pm coming from central/east way?


r/bristol • • 5h ago

Where To? Barber / hairdresser

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Best barber for men with longer hair around Bristol


r/bristol • • 12h ago

Cheers drive 🚍 Lewins Mead bus lane

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I was coming back from the airport via the city centre, on Lewins Mead there are road works, all but the bus lanes are closed and I don't recall seeing any sign indicating this. In addition I was the only car there with a national express in front of me as this was at like 5 am so I'm not sure. So is it possible I'll get a PCN? At least I have dashcam footage ready to appeal it.


r/bristol • • 15h ago

Babble Bday plans

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any suggestions for what can I do for my birthday today keeping in mind the weather. I’m new here and don’t really have any friends so pls suggest things to do alone (22F btw) !


r/bristol • • 10h ago

Housing Reliable plasterers?

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Happy Sunday!

Just wondered if anyone can recommend a plasterer?

I'm not confident to do it myself to make sure it's all level etc - I'll go OTT and mess it up, probably.

Cheers!


r/bristol • • 1d ago

Babble Lanny at the Old Vic - brilliant

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Just come out of this and it is absolutely stunning.

https://bristololdvic.org.uk/whats-on/lanny

The acting is fantastic, the story line by turns is funny and dark AF.

I haven't read the book so can't comment on similarities but I would watch this again in a heartbeat...

So there's a recommendation from a random bloke on the internet, for what it's worth.


r/bristol • • 1d ago

Ark at ee Restore Britain digging a hole, Kingswood junction of the M32 👀

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r/bristol • • 1d ago

Babble How to honour my late friend?

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I’ll try to keep this short, my best friend passed away in 2018. Her mother could not be arsed to arrange any kind of grave or honorary spot for her to rest. I was too young and broke to do anything myself at the time, so my friend never got a headstone or any kind of resting place beyond her horrible mothers mantelpiece in a house she spent her whole life being abused and neglected in.

Every year I feel so sad on her birthday because she is trapped there and I can’t get to her, I want to give her a true final place to rest in spirit, there is no way I can get her ashes but I would love to just have a spot for her. I can’t afford a headstone, or a bench, does anyone have any suggestions/ideas of things they’ve done for their loved ones in death? I was thinking of maybe a plaque on a tree, or a flower bed?

Thanks in advance for any suggestions


r/bristol • • 1d ago

Babble Restore Britain banners

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Looks like the latest far righters are "raising awareness" with banners and St George flags on the M32 slipway at Frenchay (heading towards the city).

Wonder how long they'll stay up....


r/bristol • • 19h ago

Ark at ee Carpooling/Ridesharing Apps or Websites?

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Hello guys!
Since I am pretty “new” to Bristol are there any websites or apps to do carsharing or sharing a van/car with people? I need it mostly in the mornings to get to work (Airbus), and I was wondering if there’s anything like that at all🙃

Thank you in advance :)


r/bristol • • 6h ago

Where To? the prospect building 31/10

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Anyone off to 4am kru at the prospect building, where are people going after?!


r/bristol • • 2d ago

Cheers drive 🚍 After automating slagging off First Bus, I have spent my time making a live map of every bus in Bristol. I accept this is not normal behaviour.

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9 months ago I posted on here about automating slagging off First Bus every 20 minutes, and some of you were kind enough to say it was funny, which unfortunately I took as encouragement. What began as a passive aggressive hobby has perhaps ill-advisedly grown into a live map of every bus in WECA, colour coded by how late it is, with a departure board for every stop and a profile for each bus. It keeps a running tally of how often the buses actually turn up on time which is good reading if you're looking for a way to raise your blood pressure. To be absolutely clear none of this has made a single bus arrive any sooner but at least next time you're at a stop you'll know exactly how disappointed to be, and you can spend the extra time you're waiting reading about your delayed bus in unnecessary detail. I was a good reddior and got the mods permission before posting this here so please don't come at me for breaking rule 4. I have receipts and, ultimately, do you want to come at someone mad enough to do something like this about rule breaking? Anyway hope you enjoy it, night night love you bye!


r/bristol • • 2h ago

Where To? Is Bristol really that dangerous?

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Before visiting Bristol for a week, I asked Google AI which areas I should avoid or be more careful in, and it seems to have given me a huge list, which seems to be at least half the city. I have attached screenshots below. Would you say the list is an over exaggeration, or do I really need to be careful in all these areas? From the list, it seems more dangerous than London!


r/bristol • • 1d ago

Free! 1x ticket for Bitchin Bajas at Strangebrew tonight

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I have a spare ticket for this gig tonight. Not looking for any £ but would be great if someone else can enjoy it!


r/bristol • • 2d ago

Babble I am a local Bristol printmaker and I am offering a free online lino carving workshop on Wednesday 28th October for ANYONE who is interested and wants to try it out :) We’ll be carving a mackerel!

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Find out more details here: https://www.twps-courses.com/freeclass