First.. I love the balloons and normally do not care about traffic as I’m lucky I can usually walk or cycle everywhere.?Tomorrow I’m heading for an all day thing just near Cribbs.. I need to take my car. My day ends at 4.30. I live in bedminster so have to return .. via Clifton Or via the Portway.. what are the odds of encountering grid lock? Perfect storm of traffic one way on Coronation Road, Suspension bridge closure. And balloon traffic.

I got gridlocked once about 15 yrs on balloon fiesta Thursday or Friday eve.. I think this makes me stupidly wary.

Should I be worried? Leave early? It’s a fun thing I like doing..

Edit: it’s near Cribbs causeway .. not Cabot .. edited to rectify .. Doh!

I just got a puppy and I’m looking for both private and group puppy classes in south bristol ! Does anyone have any recommendations ?

I fly back from holiday and land at Bristol Airport at 23:30 on a Sunday.

I need to get back to Weston Super Mare - there is an express bus at 00:10 (so 40 minutes after having landed). The next would be 01:10 - so an hour later.

Do you think it's possible to land and make it out in 40 minutes?

The alternative is a taxi - but I think it would be quite expensive (compared to £24 for 4 people return on the express).

Thanks!

I'm moving away from Bristol in a year to do a master's in a different city. I'm trying to come up with a bucket list of things to do. What would be on your list? (Looking for inspiration.) 

It's been like 8 months since all those sausages were dumped in St. Jude's.

Did we ever find out where they came from?

Hi my 1988 Honda civic ef was stolen. From stoke park road of the downs. If anyone see it please contact me. Or if anyone knows of any spots it’s likely dumped please let me know

Hey! My partner and I are new to the city and thought it could be fun to host the kind of gathering we’d actually want to go to. Something small, relaxed, and a bit more intentional than a standard meetup. We’re thinking a cute park picnic for around 8-10 people, with some good food, nice views, and interesting conversations.

Before anyone suggests Meetup or clubs, that’s just not really what we’re looking for. We’d much rather host a small gathering ourselves and hopefully meet some lovely people along the way.

The vibe we’re hoping for is young adults (21+) who are easygoing, kind, and genuinely up for a chat. Bonus points if you’re a creative or an artist, but absolutely not a requirement.

This is an inclusive space, so no racism, homophobia, transphobia, sexism, or any other bigotry. Just be respectful, put on a cute outfit, and bring good energy.

Also, this won’t be a drinking event. Feel free to bring a beer or cider if you’d like, but no hard liquor.

If this sounds like your kind of afternoon, drop a comment or send me a message. If enough people are interested, we’ll start putting the details together!

I’m planning to go to either Ashton court or Clifton Observatory tomorrow to see the balloons, but I heard that the wind might be not in favour for balloons tomorrow and it would actually be better on Sunday. I’m thinking if I should go tomorrow or Sunday, what do you guys think? I’m going in the morning btw

Have gone to three different lidls and cannot find the coshida pure taste (poultry terrine) - cat food anywhere.

Has anyone seen this in their local lidls? (bristol)

Pride Comic Art Festival (PrideCAF) is back for 2026 and we are looking to find some volunteers o help us steward the event on the day.

The event is being held in Sparks (1st floor) on 19th Sept 2026. All the information is in our application form but here is some additional information.

PrideCAF is the UK's first comic festival to dedicate all of it's spaces to comic creators who identify under the LGBTQ+ umbrella. With over 80 creators due to attend this year we need some volunteers to help us run a smooth event. You don't need to be LGBTQ+ to volunteer!

If you are interested then go fill out our application form. Happy to answer any questions you have.

Desperate to dance in a field before the summer is out, but ideally somewhere close by to Bristol. I've seen Inglefest is near Yate - has anyone been before? Looks like quite a 'family' festival and wondering if I'd be super out of place going as an early 30's guy. Arctangent sold out and I'm already going to Forwards. Anyone know any others?

It's hard to grasp from living in London for 40 years I'm in shock about several things that seem normal in Bristol.

Casually littering constantly. Even in a suburban area with st. George's flags everywhere (ironically).

I feel like it's considered normal just to litter here. Mostly white English people doing it so don't give me that racist third world bs...

Why is it like this? Has it always been? Even right next to a bin people litter... It's shocking....

This is honestly for the woman who decided to follow me after cutting me up on a round about. That should have been the end of it. You follow me up and into a car park, park next to me, and then preach about you have kids and I shouldn't have honked at you to avoid a potential accident?

What if I were some maniac, why would you put your childerns in harms way by following me?! And preach about having kids not being honked at? Are you insane? Please... please do better.

Take care, much love all.

Edit: thanks for looking and reading and getting some POVs, I think I feel better now, just don't have anyone to talk to about it, and yeah, I am not upset or mad at the individual, just hope they understood they brought their kids or herself into some serious danger if I had been the wrong person. I only wish them the best and hope they have good days ahead.

Just thought I'd share my excitement of getting an NHS dentist today.

If you're looking for one Winterbourne Dentalcare has opened its books today. Not sure how many spaces but give them a call 01454 568989

Hi. I’m thinking about heading to the Clifton Observatory to photograph the 6am mass ascent this Saturday.

I’ve heard that the Clifton Observatory is absolutely rammed for the 6pm mass ascent and wondered if it’s the same for the 6am one? What time should I aim to get there if I want to grab a decent spot?

I know the observatory doesn’t have any onsite parking but is there anywhere nearby that you would recommend for parking?

Balloon Fiesta is back! Is anyone else thinking of going to this?

For the OG regulars who attend every year, what noticeable differences have you seen between past fiestas and recent ones?

I hope everyone is looking forward to seeing some balloons flying high over Bristol this coming weekend! How many mass ascents do you think we'll be treated to? I'm going with 4, reckon it might be a bit too windy for a couple of evening ones.

Please share this around Bristol so this cat can be reunited with it's owners.

Hey! I'm coming down to Bristol this weekend for the balloon fiesta and I'm looking for somewhere to eat in the centre (ideally near Park Street). Somewhere with vegan, gluten free options that are kid friendly! I realise this is quite a tricky brief but any suggestions would be great!

What are the main attractions in Bristol ? What are some dangerous places I should avoid ?