Bristol Fireworks Fiesta at Canford Park Saturday 2 November, 7pm

Bristol Round Table and The Rotary Club of Clifton, will once again be holding their spectacular fireworks display, which raises thousands of pounds for local good causes over the past thirteen years.

This year there will be a foam party for families after the display and through the evening there will be a compare from Party Peeps to entertain everyone and to do the countdown.

Money raised will be divided between the two clubs and then distributed to many good causes, mostly local charities. The largest contribution is to The Lord Mayor of Bristol Children's Appeal, which helps less fortunate Bristol families at Christmas.

Tickets must be bought online
£10, Under3's go free
bristolfireworksfiesta.co.uk
67 Canford Ln, Bristol BS9 3NX

OUR NOVEMBER ISSUE IS OUT NOW!

The latest edition of The Bristol Magazine has embraced some of the city's rebellious spirit...

Bristolians are known to some as rebels with big hearts who choose to speak up, act out and aren't afraid to live a little differently. And we've fully embraced this approach to life in our November issue, including an exclusive chat with Carol Vorderman about her new book on politics, and a visit to Rockaway Park where a community of artists, punks and those seeking an alternative way of life are hard at work trying to improve the world for other people too. 

But even rebels need a safe place to unwind, and we've got just the thing in our interiors feature, which shows you how to create the cosiest nooks at home in which to see out the winter months. Plus all our regular, luxurious lifestyle features and plenty more!

15,000 copies are delivered door to door, and you can pick up a copy at many places around town – including our stands at Waitrose, John Lewis and Harvey Nichols.

Read the digital version of our current issue here!

And if you would like to have a copy sent in the post every month, then we offer a postal subscription for just £33 for 12 issues, £18 for six issues or buy a copy for just £4.95. UK mainland prices. For Euro and World zone subscription prices – click here to subscribe on our website. 

Tartiflette

Recipe by Melissa Blease

Give you Bonfire Night celebrations an après ski twist with this super-cosy Tartiflette: a luxuriously rich combination of potatoes, cream and bacon originating from the Haute-Savoie region of France. 

Ingredients (serves 4, easily scaled up for a celebratory gathering)
1.5 kg waxy new potatoes
320g smoked bacon lardons
3 large shallots, peeled and thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
1 large sprig of fresh thyme leaves, picked
75ml dry white wine
3 tbsp crème fraîche
2 tbsp chopped parsley
250g Camembert

Method
1. Put the whole, unpeeled potatoes in a pan of cold salted water, bring to the boil and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until just tender. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 190c/gas mark 5, heat a large frying pan and gently fry the lardons and sliced shallots over a medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently (you probably won't need to add any oil as the lardons will release enough fat).

2. Drain the potatoes and allow them to cool slightly in the sieve. When they’re cool enough to handle but still warm, slice into thickish slices.

3. Add the garlic and thyme to the lardons and shallots and saute for 1 minute. Add the white wine and allow it to bubble down for a minute or so, then remove the pan from the heat, add the crème fraîche and parsley and stir well. Add the sliced potatoes to the pan, stir again to thoroughly combine, check the seasoning and spoon the mixture into a shallow 20x30cm ovenproof dish.

4. Slice the Camembert in half horizontally through the middle to create two thick discs, then cut each disc in half again so you end up with 4 semi-circles. Lay these on top of the potatoes.

5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until bubbling and golden on top. Serve piping hot accompanied by a crisp, well-dressed green salad - and, if you want to recreate the full-on après ski experience, a selection of French charcuterie, continental meats, cornichons and silverskin onions.

Mexican Spirits at The Great Wine Co.

Tequila and Mezcal are in great growth right now, no longer consigned to Margaritas, shooters and student parties. Finally, the real craft, variety and astonishing deliciousness of Tequila and Mezcal has become the talk of the town. The beauty of Tequila, like wine, lies in its subordination to nature - harvests of agave are notoriously fickle and can be greatly affected by the whims and effects of weather and climate. There is also something of an undiscovered country for Tequila explorers as the production of some of the finest tequilas is still very much a small family business, craft in the truest sense.

El Rayo Plata, El Rayo | £35.95
X Mezxal, Bruxo| £43
Blanco, Cazcabel | £29.50
El Jimador Blanco Tequila, El Jimador | £29

Click here to see these and much more at The Great Wine Co.

Eka Flex'it jewellery by FOPE

Since 1929, FOPE has been combining heritage, future craftsmanship, innovation, luxury and discretion. With its roots in Italian goldsmith tradition, the contemporary designs are based on Novecento mesh, the Flex’it technology and the mix of gold colours.

A masterpiece of jewellery making and engineering at the same time, Flex’it is a patented system for producing jewellery that is entirely and uniquely flexible, comfortable and easy to wear, in 18-carat gold. Flex’it is the brand’s signature: if FOPE jewellery is known the world over, it is because of the mesh that is made flexible by a patented system of tiny 18-carat gold springs, which create original styles and fits.

FOPE jewellery expresses an idea of contemporary luxury, functional for self-expression. Genderless and ageless, it is an element to be experienced casually in your everyday life, for a style that transcends fashion, space and time.

The Eka Flex’it bracelets epitomise the understated elegance of FOPE and pair perfectly with EKA Flex’it necklaces.

Click here to shop these timeless pieces and many more from FOPE on the Mallory website.

November Birthstone Trio Choker Necklace from Honey Willow

The birthstone for November is Citrine. Meant to symbolise prosperity, joy & energy, citrine is also known as the "merchant's stone" or "money stone". Amplify the positive energy in that November baby's life with this necklace from Honey Willow.

Honey Willow | £110
Click here to check out the rest of the Birthstone range from Honey Willow

RMS Beauty Living Luminizer

Add delectable colour and shine with RMS Legendary Lip Oil, a lush lip oil that works to nourish and hydrate the lips. Flavoured with a hint of vanilla, this lip oil can be worn alone or over lip colour for added dimension and shine.

Lightweight and comfortable to wear, this lip oil is infused with organic jojoba oil, which works to lock in moisture. It also contains bitter cherry seed oil to condition, hydrate and revitalise the lips, alongside the RMS Adaptogenic Herbal Blend, which helps to soothe and balance lips.

Space NK | £24
Click here to buy now or visit the store at  81 Queens Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS8 1QP

Curated by Daniel McCabe

Evergreen is a new volume for ‘the gardening curious’ from the publishers of frankie magazine. It caters for gardens of all sizes and gardeners of all abilities – including the easily daunted – to tackle indoor plants, balcony veggie patches, courtyard pots and shared or community gardens. Inside you’ll find accessible, simplified guides, plant care advice (‘How to not suck at succulents’), case studies for inspiration and even an attractive, arty planting guide poster. The generous space given to indoor plants is particularly welcome given their rediscovery by a new generation who’ll find little to buy on the subject within contemporary lifestyle publishing. | £16.99

magalleria.co.uk

Barbara Weir & Cara Shields at Coe Gallery, 5–22 November

Coe Gallery invites you to celebrate the late great Utopian artist Barbara Weir and celebrated Wiradjuri artist Cara Shields.

In this complementary exhibition, Weir’s beautiful work Grass Seed Dreaming will be displayed next to Wiradjuri artist Cara Shields’ energetic and mesmerising Scar Trees Series. This exhibition invites you to look deeper into the works and to experience an element of where both artists are from through their own eyes.

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The Vestibules, City Hall, College Green, Bristol BS1 5TR. 

(Left: Barbara Weir Grass Seed Dreaming; right, Cara Shields Scar Tree Country)

I Know What I Know: The Story of Graceland
Thursday 21 November, 5pm

Join a community of music enthusiasts at the University of Bristol to explore Paul Simon's 1986 album 'Graceland' and his decision to ignore the cultural boycott during South Africa's Apartheid with Professor Jason Arday. Don’t miss out.

Click here to book your space

Humanities Lecture Theatre, Arts Complex, University of Bristol, 7 Woodland Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1TB

Macramé Workshops throughout November

Join Aggy from Knots and Stalks this November for a series of Macramé Workshops. Perfect for crafters of all levels, these workshops offer a wonderful opportunity to explore your creativity while making beautiful handmade pieces out of recycled cotton.

Plant Hangers – 9th November

Macramé & Sound Bath – 10th November

Earrings & Prosecco – 14th November

Leaf Wall Hangings – 23rd November

Christmas Wreaths – 30th November

These workshops also make thoughtful Christmas gifts, with vouchers available for purchase. Don’t miss out on a chance to create something special while enjoying a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

Click here to book now at knotsandstalks.com 

Prior Shop, Quakers Friars Cabot Circus, 23 Philadelphia St, Broadmead, Bristol

Phil Walker: Happy Bunny, Sunday 17 November

Praised by Jason Manford as "one of the funniest Comedians out there", and voted City Life Comedian of the year at the Comedy Store, Phil Walker has become a highly regarded headliner at all the top comedy clubs for decades, and now he’s coming to Bristol!

From war zones like Afghanistan and Iraq to outside the toilets at 20,000 feet on an Easyjet flight full of non-English speaking Italian tourists without a parachute - now Phil is bringing his Happy Bunny show to The Redgrave Theatre.

Click here to buy your tickets now.
Redgrave Theatre, Percival Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3LE

'Bridgerton' in concert by candlelight
Sunday 15 December, 6.30pm

Join the Bristol Ensemble for an evening at the beautiful Spiegeltent, where flickering candles, timeless classics, and modern hits come together for an unforgettable musical experience!

The Bristol Ensemble brings the Netflix hit series’ iconic music to life with a stunning candlelit concert in the Spiegeltent. Enjoy classical favourites by the likes of Mozart and Handel, as well as pop hits delivered with that wonderful string quartet sound!

Click here to book your tickets now.

Bristol Spiegeltent, Waterfront Square, Off Canons Way, The Harbourside, Bristol

ONE WEEK LEFT UNTIL HISTORIC COUNTRY AND CLUB CLASH

There’s still time to grab your tickets to see Bristol Bears v Australia’s Wallabies at Ashton Gate Stadium on Friday 8 November (7.45pm). Ashton Gate has been a hotspot for touring Super Rugby and international teams, with Bears recording an historic 26-18 victory over South Africa XV in front of a record 26,387 supporters in November 2022.

Now history will be made again when, 115 years after the first touring Australian team played a combined Bristol and Clifton team, the Australians come to Bear Country at a critical time, as they build towards the 2025 British & Irish Lions Tour.

You can check out the squad Australia will be sending to Bristol online, with coach Rod Seib saying his squad are relishing a ‘great opportunity to test themselves’ ahead of their clash. 

Purchase your general admission tickets here, and find out more information about hospitality packages here. 

And don't miss the Bristol v Bedford game tomorrow  in round one of the Premiership Rugby Cup on Saturday (3pm KO) at Ashton Gate. Buy tickets here

Sandford Road, Central Bristol, BS8

Offered for sale by Ocean estate agents.

A stunning four bedroom Victorian terrace, tucked away from the harbourside on tranquil Sandford Road.

Well presented throughout, this fantastic property has numerous period features and plenty of charm throughout. This property provides modern UPC windows and is set within the Residents Parking Zone.

Presented over the three floors, the ground floor accommodation offers: porch, entrance hall with under stair storage, front facing living room with bay window, rear facing dining room/second reception with French doors to the enclosed rear garden, 20ft x 8ft10 family kitchen/diner with French doors to the enclosed rear garden.

The first floor provides 2 good sized bedrooms and a wonderful family bathroom with separate shower.
The second floor provides 2 further bedrooms and a shower room with w/c.

The low maintenance enclosed rear garden is a great space for relaxing and entertaining. Guide Price: £575,000

To see more images and review the details click here to visit the property on the Ocean website