river avon

• News / river avon

  Volunteers needed for vital river health research

  The Bristol Avon RiverBlitz is back for the 11th year

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• News / river avon

  River rights could be recognised by first ever bioregional charter

  A pilgrimage along the river will celebrate the hard efforts of campaigners over the last five years

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• News / Transport

  Sparke Evans Park Bridge finally reopens after repairs

  The bridge which opened in 1933 had been closed for repairs since October 2023

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• News / river avon

  Grassroots River Avon documentary announces online premiere

  The film, described as 'joyous' by the Guardian, has already been seen by 5,000 people globally

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• News / river avon

  Runaway boat prompts slow-speed police chase

  The boat was swept along the New Cut into the River Avon

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• Features / flooding

  How can a city built on water defend itself from rising sea levels?

  Bristol's close relationship with water raises questions on how it can be protected from flooding

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• News / rivers

  ‘River joy’ exhibition celebrates triumphant campaign moment

  Rave on for the Avon saw out its international tour in style

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• In photos / Environment

  In photos: Bristol’s climate news – September 2025

  Fashion, film, music and song feature this month

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