Nestled on Bruton Place in Clifton, Root & Ember is a family run artisan deli from mother and son duo Jane and Freddie Jago. As well as offering incredible local South West and Bristol produce and curated hampers to buy in store, they now offer nationwide hamper delivery, so to celebrate they're giving away a speciality hamper.

Competition open now! Head to our Instagram

To enter, you'll need to follow these steps:

➡ Make sure you're following us and @rootandemberuk on Instagram

🔖 Tag someone you'd share the Perfect Sharing hamper with on our post

📩 Repost or share our post to your story for an extra entry

The competition will close on Monday 8 December, and the hamper will be available to collect from Root & Ember or for delivery. Last order date for delivery is
Saturday 20 December.

Head to our Instagram now to enter!

Take those jars off your Christmas grocery shopping list! Home made Cranberry Sauce is one of the simplest festive feast components to rustle up in your own kitchen, and can be elevated from simple to spectacular on a whim. All recipes make about 8 servings.

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Discover more of Melissa's recipes on our website

The time for giving is upon us, and wines and spirits make excellent gifts. To make your present purchasing easy and enjoyable, the team at The Great Wine Co. have created a range of mixed cases of two, six and a dozen bottles.

They cover a range of budgets and themes, whether you are sending a favourite to a loved one or saying thank you to a business partner with some bestsellers. You could also send a showstopper of a bottle, picking from Great Wine Co.'s fine wines, magnums, fortified wine and top-shelf spirits.

All presents can be delivered with a gift message, the cherry on top of your gift which will be talked about well into 2026.

Shown above, The Festive Entertainer Mixed Six | £60

Whether you are planning a party, expecting the in-laws, or anticipating those unannounced but much-appreciated seasonal visitors, these crowd-pleasing wines are great for the occasion.

Explore more festive mixed cases and Christmas gifting at The Great Wine Co.

A milestone in watchmaking history, the Oyster Perpetual Datejust was the first self-winding waterproof chronometer wristwatch to display the date in a window
at 3 o’clock on the dial.

These numbers are a reminder that though 24 hours mark a
day, it’s on us to make those a date to remember.

With a Fluted bezel, Cyclops lens and Jubilee bracelet, the Rolex Datejust 36 in yellow gold and Oystersteel is timeless, the embodiment of classic elegance. Symbolized by the Rolex crown, the hallmark of perpetual excellence.⁠

⁠Rolex Datejust 36, Oyster, 36 mm, Oystersteel and yellow gold | £12,250

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Above: Motiq 2 Scarf, £24

Choose from a selection of many gorgeous scarves available
from independent boutique Motiq 2

Unit 10, Clifton Arcade Boyces Avenue,
BS8 4AA | 07742 915677

Below: Stained glass star tree decoration from OneCatBoutique, £18

Bring vibrant colour and artisan charm to your home with these handmade stained-glass star ornaments, lovingly crafted in Bristol. Each star is created using traditional stained-glass techniques, featuring beautifully cut glass segments joined with
hand-soldered metalwork.

3 Clifton Arcade, Boyces Avenue, Clifton, BS8 4AA

As festivities beckon, Whistles are turning up the volume. Think styles that are refined and sophisticated, yet elevated with intricate details, modern silhouettes and
enriched fabrics.

Leopard Print Sia Curved Crossbody Bag | £131

Beige Shearling Cocoon Coat | £974.25

Black Luz Satin Ruched Mini Bag | £59.25

Multicolour Cotton Stripe Pyjama | Sold separately

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Luncheon

Luncheon makes a regular appearance in this window but I don’t think such a beautiful and substantial magazine can be over-exposed. Its table of contents is displayed as a fine dining menu with the content is arranged as the course of a lengthy lunch or dinner. The latest release marks a landmark twenty issues and packs the usual fare – art, literature, fashion and more – but its historical slant towards elevated, fine art photography now feels more tilted towards gastronomic affairs. Hardly surprising, as the publisher (the daughter of the late Lord Snowdon) is now also the proprietress of one of London’s more unique and interesting restaurants.

£25 | magalleria.co.uk

Plus... You can buy Magalleria gift cards online or in store at 5 Upper Borough Walls, Bath, BA1 1RG. Cards purchased online will be automatically emailed to the recipient at the end of the transaction.

Get ready for a night where symphony meets the dancefloor! Symphonica Orchestra is taking over the harbourside Spiegeltent for an unforgettable fusion of orchestral power and iconic club anthems.

Expect Ibiza’s greatest hits in full symphonic glory – soaring strings, thundering brass, and euphoric drops to lift the roof off the tent. Then Bristol favourites Feel the Real Soundsystem take over, expect deep grooves, disco fire, and pure Bristol energy to keep you moving late into the night.

8pm | Spiegeltent, BS1 5LL

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Step into the world of designer David Carter’s boutique micro-hotel 40 Winks and take a little piece of its magic home from Clevedon Salerooms’ winter specialist sale. 

Furniture, artworks, and objects that defined Carter’s singular aesthetic are coming to auction, and 40 Winks – An Eye for Design offers a glimpse into his world: a curated selection of the curious, the beautiful, and the unexpected. The catalogue will be available online from mid-November.

To register your interest, or to receive sale updates, visit clevedonsalerooms.com

This Christmas, treat yourself to a sparkly performance of Handel’s Messiah in the wonderful acoustic of the Beacon Hall. Brought to you by the award-winning Bristol Choral Society under the baton of Hilary Campbell, the famous oratorio will sound fresh and rich, whether you’re familiar with Messiah or just know the “Hallelujah” chorus. The choir will be accompanied by a full orchestra and a quartet of soloists to make this a truly memorable seasonal concert.

7.30pm | Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, BS1 5AR | bristolchoral.co.uk

A landmark national anthology is calling for written and illustrated contributions to celebrate Britain’s Windrush generations to share their untold stories. The collection will mark the 60th anniversary of the 1965 Race Relations Act, a pivotal moment in the UK’s civil rights history.

Titled First Born Second: Voices of the Children of the Windrush Era, the anthology will be published in October 2026 and forms the centrepiece of an artistic programme of films, exhibitions, talks and workshops. Curated by writer, lecturer and social activist Roger Griffith’s community consultancy Creative Connex CIC, the project celebrates the lived experiences, cultural contributions and everyday realities of these untold stories.
Creative Connex is inviting original, unpublished submissions from writers, artists and storytellers from all backgrounds.

Contributions may include short stories, poetry, personal essays, memoir excerpts or visual artworks. Selected contributors will receive a £100 honorarium and have their work published alongside some of the UK’s most celebrated Black
British writers and cultural figures.

Submissions should be sent by email to firstbornsecond.cc@gmail.com, with the subject line ‘FBS writing & artist anthology submission’. All work must be original and previously unpublished.

The closing date for submissions is Friday, 2 January 2026 and selected contributors will be notified by Sunday, 1st February 2026. Full submission guidelines and criteria can be found on Creative Connex website.

Bristol Bears welcome back seven stars from international duty for Saturday evening’s Gallagher PREM clash with Northampton Saints at Ashton Gate (5.45pm KO, live on TNT Sports).

Tom Jordan, Kalaveti Ravouvou, Santiago Grondona, Viliame Mata and Pedro Rubiolo are all named in Pat Lam’s starting XV for the round six showdown, with Louis Rees-Zammit and Luka Ivanishvili named among the replacements.

Jordan starts at full back against the Saints, with Academy fly half Sam Worsley wearing the number ten shirt. James Williams makes his first league appearance of the season, partnering Benhard Janse van Rensburg, fresh from signing a new contract with the club this week, in the midfield.

Harry Thacker will make his 141^st appearance for the club, while Gabriel Oghre is set for his 50^th competitive appearance from the bench. Academy duo Jimmy Halliwell and Aidan Boshoff are also included among the replacements.

KO Saturday, 5.45pm at Ashton Gate | Tickets here | Live on TNT Sport

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Offered for sale by Ocean Estate Agents

2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom | 1 Reception

  Guide price: £450,000

Close to Gloucester Road, highly regarded primary schools and local transport links means this property is sure to be popular with young couples and families alike.

Loving attention has been poured into this two-bedroom home, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. This stunning terraced home blends traditional Victorian features with stylish modern décor. This truly is a home made for modern living. The bay window in the front reception and open hallway create
space as you move around the two floors.

Thanks to thoughtful aesthetic choices, the house has an unmistakeable personality, characterised by a sleek and modern colour scheme allowing the traditional
features to really pop.

The decor is tasteful and artfully executed. The colours create warmth and style - we particularly love the feature fire place in the front reception with a bold turquoise tile surround. A real standout is the light and spacious kitchen that leads on to the
fantastic rear garden.

Upstairs there are two charming double bedrooms, each with there own vibrant personality and a modern bathroom full of flair.

Prospective owners have the choice to extend into the loft, like many of the houses on Downend Road and the immediate vicinity have done.

The superb rear garden is an authentic outdoor living space. Perfect for dining al-fresco or enjoying drinks in the Summer months.

It's hard to find a property finished so tastefully - offering a blend of retained period features and modern practicality.

To view more images, details and the floor plan, visit the Ocean Estate Agents website