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Wander through Bristol in the 1950s in incredible forgotten photos
Bristol Nostalgia
Fascinating images show the city in a state of major post-war change
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Seven of Bristol's most shocking crimes
Crime
From baby farmer Amelia Dyer to copycat killer Kevin Weaver, these are some of the most heinous crimes in the history of the city
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The secret Victorian street hidden underneath Bristol – complete with gas lamps and bank
Bristol Nostalgia
Spooky sunken tunnels below the traffic once housed thriving shops and homes
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How TK Maxx chose Bristol to begin its clothes shopping revolution 30 years ago
Shopping in Bristol
When US store TJ Maxx came to Britain, they opened in Bristol first
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Bristol suburb of Southmead pictured in decades past in 13 old photos
Bristol Nostalgia
Even in the past few years the area has changed - but what was it like decades ago?
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The day 12 monkeys escaped from Bristol Zoo
Bristol Nostalgia
How Bristol Zoo’s Great Monkey Escape of 1934 made the headlines - and did the zoo’s takings no harm at all
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Cribbs Causeway's fountain still sees as many coins now as it did in 1998
Bristol Nostalgia
Even as more shops go cash-free, many visitors still bring loose change to make a wish
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The romantic story behind one overlooked Bristol landmark
Bristol City Centre
Innumerable romances and marriages started with an arrangement to “meet under the Tramways clock”
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How Bristol invented chocolate Easter eggs even before Cadbury did
Easter
Everyone else copied JS Fry’s popular Victorian invention
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The lost Bristol restaurant where iconic chef cooked £1 food
Bristol Nostalgia
Only a small plaque remains on the wall to remind passers-by of its past
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The Bristol nightlife of yesteryear that we all miss
Pubs and bars in Bristol
Bristol is synonymous with great nightlife and music and there have been so many venues that have come and gone over the last few decades
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Old pictures show of the Fry's chocolate factory before it became housing
Bristol Nostalgia
It was one of Bristol's biggest employers
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The 'suddenly cool' Bristol suburb where house prices have quadrupled
property news
We look back on the changes seen in Bedminster, with help from a 2007 archived Bristol Post article which also predicted other neighbourhoods set for gentrification
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Memory Lane - Rewinding the years to the 90s - on sale now
Margaret Thatcher
Revisit some of the highlights and nostalgic aspects of the decade
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Broadmead looks unrecognisable in old photos from the 1950s
Bristol Nostalgia
Photos from decades past show a very different city centre
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Take a stroll through 1960s Bristol in time warp photos from the past
Bristol Nostalgia
Rarely-seen images capture scenes from the city 60 years ago
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Bristol Airport pictured before the crowds of holidaymakers arrived
Bristol Airport
The airport, formerly known as Lulsgate, has been active since 1957
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Remembering the lost Bristol bakery chain that is still missed decades later
Bristol Nostalgia
The Mountstevens chain shut 20 years ago but is still missed by its customers
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Bristol's landmark 'yellow castle' by M32 looks unrecognisable in old photos
Bristol Nostalgia
Some people 'loathed' the yellow colour when the centuries-old building was restored in the early 2000s
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Looking back at Bristol's trams and the reason thousands of people staged a boycott
Bristol Nostalgia
A new booklet recalls the strong-arm tactics adopted by Bristol’s tram company to avoid having to deal with trade unions
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The long-forgotten plan for Bristol Harbour that caused fury in the 60s
Bristol Nostalgia
A team of dedicated campaigners successfully fought against the proposal
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The M4 Prince of Wales Bridge pictured 30 years ago during construction
Bristol Nostalgia
Archive images document the extraordinary engineering that spanned the river and mudflats between Bristol and South Wales
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The lost Bristol attraction that was suspended 500ft in the air
Bristol Nostalgia
It boasted some of the best views in the city but it has been almost a decade since it welcomed its last visitors
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Fascinating aerial photos offer bird’s eye view of Bristol and beyond in the 1970s
Bristol Nostalgia
Rare images from the past reveal lost buildings and long-gone industry, as well as new construction and city landmarks that live on in the 21st century
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Black FridayMartin Lewis issues warning to anyone using air fryers instead of ovensThe Money Saving Expert has been asked about the kitchen appliance switch a number of times, particularly as many have invested in Ninja and Tower air fryers during the Black Friday sales
A432 named as Bristol’s most traffic-clogged major road
Traffic & Travel
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DWP to change PIP assessments in crackdown on benefit cheats
DWP
The Department for Work and Pensions is planning to change the way people are assessed for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) in a bid to root out benefit cheats
Deer return to National Trust park for first time in years after cull
Animals
The previous herd had to be culled due to high levels of bovine tuberculosis back in 2021, as the disease was severely impacting the health and welfare of the animals
How transport and getting around Bristol could change from next month
Local Elections
Voters will head to the polls on Thursday, May 2, with transport being a key issue for many
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Victoria Beckham's 'secret' to maintaining slender physique at 50 costs £2.50 at Asda
Victoria Beckham
Victoria Beckham, who turned 50 last week, says she takes three tablespoons of apple cider vinegar a day, which has been shown to aid weight loss
Kerry Katona says Spain fears mean move plans are on hold
Kerry Katona
Kerry, 43, who has five children had fallen in love with Marbella on a family holiday and was planning to move out there
Jet2, Ryanair, TUI and Easyjet passengers warned to check appliance in hotel rooms
Jet2.com
A flight attendant has shared a warning to holidaymakers who are planning to jet off this summer, as she revealed the one item you should always check in a hotel room because people may misuse it
Josie Gibson breaks silence on losing This Morning job to Cat Deeley
Celebrity Big Brother
Josie Gibson has spoken out for the first time after reportedly being left 'gutted and hurt' after missing out earlier this year
Black FridayMartin Lewis issues warning to anyone using air fryers instead of ovensThe Money Saving Expert has been asked about the kitchen appliance switch a number of times, particularly as many have invested in Ninja and Tower air fryers during the Black Friday sales
A432 named as Bristol’s most traffic-clogged major road
Traffic & Travel
This was followed by the A38 and A37
DWP to change PIP assessments in crackdown on benefit cheats
DWP
The Department for Work and Pensions is planning to change the way people are assessed for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) in a bid to root out benefit cheats
Deer return to National Trust park for first time in years after cull
Animals
The previous herd had to be culled due to high levels of bovine tuberculosis back in 2021, as the disease was severely impacting the health and welfare of the animals
How transport and getting around Bristol could change from next month
Local Elections
Voters will head to the polls on Thursday, May 2, with transport being a key issue for many
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New Canary Islands rules for Brits after protests and anti-tourist graffiti
Travel
The Canary Islands have been a popular holiday destination for Brits for decades, but a recent anti-tourist movement has been gaining momentum in the Spanish islands
Victoria Beckham's 'secret' to maintaining slender physique at 50 costs £2.50 at Asda
Victoria Beckham
Victoria Beckham, who turned 50 last week, says she takes three tablespoons of apple cider vinegar a day, which has been shown to aid weight loss
Kerry Katona says Spain fears mean move plans are on hold
Kerry Katona
Kerry, 43, who has five children had fallen in love with Marbella on a family holiday and was planning to move out there
Jet2, Ryanair, TUI and Easyjet passengers warned to check appliance in hotel rooms
Jet2.com
A flight attendant has shared a warning to holidaymakers who are planning to jet off this summer, as she revealed the one item you should always check in a hotel room because people may misuse it