The Downs

• News / cycling

  Family cycle loop could spur traffic-calming measures

  The bike trail is designed to create a safe space for children to cycle

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• News / Forwards 2026

  FORWARDS festival tackles fascism, global conflict and the manosphere

  A hard-hitting edition of the info tent programme doesn't shy away from the big topics

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• News / redevelopment

  New plans to redevelop historic former school

  The proposals are for 40 townhouses and the conversion of existing villas into houses and flats

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• News / Bristol Pride

  Bristol Pride unveils full festival programme for 2026

  From circus and ceilidh to Jodie Harsh

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• People / My Bristol Favourites

  My Bristol Favourites: Iain Aitchison

  Iain Aitchison is the founder and owner of Longwell Records

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• News / Forwards 2026

  Forwards festival lineup spotlights female talent

  Five of the six co-headliners are female artists

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• News / Van Dwellers

  Claims ‘van-lords’ are renting out caravans on the Downs

  A silver car has been spotted dropping off caravans on the Downs in the middle of the night

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• News / The Downs

  Calls to close road through the Downs to stop joyriders

  Residents are concerned about rising problematic driving on the historic green space

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