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Gyles Brandreth: talking head

Novelist, actor, ex-MP, podcaster, best-selling biographer and conversation connoisseur Gyles Brandreth chats – at length – to Melissa Blease about...
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Deep thinkers: Bristol’s world of tech

We’re a city of lovers, learners and leaders – and something to be particularly proud of is the mark Bristol’s...
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City Histories: The Lost Docks

As we enter a period when the future of Bristol’s harbourside will be under the spotlight, Andrew Swift explores the...
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Baltic Wharf Sailing Club: It’s All Plain Sailing…

Baltic Wharf Sailing Club has been taking to the water in the city centre for over half a century. We...
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Gardening with Elly West: Branching Out

At this time of year, the garden lies mostly dormant and its bare bones are revealed, writes Elly West, who...
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Visit Australia: Spirit of the Wild

Australia is a land of stunning natural wonders, vibrant cities and unique wildlife – and it can offer unforgettable experiences...
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Food trend predictions for 2025: best food forward…

Melissa Blease tucks into the top food and drink trends you can expect to see piled high on your plates...
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The Property Photographer: there’s no place like home…

Don’t you just love having a nose around other people’s houses? Especially when they’re picture-perfect. Leighton James – known as...
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My Bristol: Tessa Hadley

Meet acclaimed author Tessa Hadley I was born in Bristol and lived there until I was 18: my family and...
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The Book Shelf: new year reads

The whole ‘New Year, New Me’ thing never really lasts long, does it? Promising yourself that you’ll tune into Yoga...
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The Whiteley Clinic: Don’t let varicose veins stop you stepping into the New Year with confidence

Can you tell us a little more about yourself and why you opened a clinic in Bristol?I am Professor Mark...
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Gardiner Haskins: Soak Up the Sophistication

After a positive experience with the Gardiner Haskins kitchen design team, the business was delighted that loyal customer Gill returned...
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