Cumberland Road Bus Gate operational
The unwelcome Bus Gate on Cumberland Road is now operational and a camera has been installed to identify unauthorized vehicles that pass through the gate.
Railway Cutting development
Letters to Barossa Place residents from Hugh Pratt’s solicitors suggest that he has not given up on unwelcome plans for the railway cutting along Guinea Street,
Car recovered from harbour
Blue Peugeot vehicle recovered after accidentally entering the Floating Harbour close to Bathurst Basin.
Gaol Ferry Bridge and Chocolate Path re-open
Gaol Ferry Bridge and Chocolate Path were both re-opened on Friday 8th September, the former celebrated by hundreds of people in party mood.
Graffiti promptly removed
A quick response by the City Council removes unwelcome graffiti on Bathurst Parade planters.
Kennet and Avon Canal Race 2023
The finish of the 2023 Kennet and Avon Canal Race was again hosted by the John Sebastian in Bathurst Basin. Completed this year in just over 24 hours.
State of Commercial Road
We have two concerns about the state of Commercial Road: its gullies and drainage pipes need repair and the road surface along Bathurst Bridge has become a hazard for cyclists.
Guinea Street tree felling
The application to fell a mature ash tree on Guinea Street has been refused.
Breakfast at the Ostrich
Bathurst Basin residents may well be tempted to enjoy breakfast at the Ostrich.
Water quality testing resumes
Good news for recreational users of Bathurst Basin: Eric Dougall of Bristol City Council Harbour staff has informed us that water quality testing will be resumed here, starting in July.