Bristol in pictures: Images from across the city

Street performers dressed as pirates on the streets around Bristol's Harbourside
Walking theatre group Show of Strength performers are out and about telling the story of famous pirate Blackbeard [Show of Strength]

At any point over a weekend there are dozens of photographers out and about in Bristol capturing snapshots of life, from news to sport and live entertainment.

Here is a selection of images taken in the city this weekend.

James Williams of Bristol Bears dives over to score their side's fifth try against Newcastle Falcons at Ashton Gate
[Getty Images]

Absolutely flying: James Williams scores Bristol Bears' fifth try against Newcastle Falcons at Ashton Gate on Sunday. The Bears racked up 13 tries in total, winning the match by an incredible scoreline of 85-14.

A group of Ride Bristol volunteers stand with their equipment in Ashton Court in Bristol
[Jaimie Edwards]

Wheel heroes: A small number of the volunteers who headed to Ashton Court to repair the mountain bike trails pause during their labours. They were taking part in the Ride Bristol Spring Big Dig, keeping the popular trails safe for the many riders who use them for free every week.

Players from Bristol Rovers and Peterborough compete for the ball at the Memorial Stadium on Saturday
[Bristol Rovers FC]

Last time at the Mem: The Pirates of Bristol Rovers failed to make it three wins in a row as they were defeated 2-0 by Peterborough United on Saturday in their last home game of the season.

A giant mural painted on the side of the Avon Fire and Rescue building in Bristol showing a firefighter and a call handler
[Julian Preece Photography]

Massive message: Artist Hasan Kamil painted this huge mural on the side of the Avon Fire and Rescue training tower at Temple Fire Station. It is designed to show that crews respond to different emergency situations, not just fires.

Performers on stage as part of The Sleeping Beauty at the Bristol Hippodrome
[Bristol Hippodrome]

Now hear this: The Sleeping Beauty is coming to the end of its short run at the Bristol Hippodrome. Next up is a 10-week run of Hamilton, which has already caused something of a ticket frenzy among the city's theatre lovers.

A Bristol City Women's player signs autographs for young fans at Ashton Gate after the game with Liverpool
[Getty Images]

Crowd pleaser: Sarah Stratigakis of Bristol City signs a flag for a fan after the Barclays Women´s Super League match between Bristol City and Liverpool FC at Ashton Gate on Saturday. The match finished 1-0 to the visitors.

A large group of people line up in identical T-shirts ahead of the Trojan Fitness memorial workout for James Kirby who was killed in Gaze
[Ross Pollard/BBC]

In memory: A mass workout organised by south Bristol gym Trojan Fitness took place on Saturday in memory of aid worker James Kirby. He was one of seven World Central Kitchen volunteers who died when their convoy was hit by an Israeli air strike near Gaza City.

Riders cycle through Queen Square in the centre of Bristol
[Bristol Cycling]

Slow progress: About 160 riders took part in the Kidical Mass and Safe Streets Now ride through the city centre on Saturday. The deliberately slow event was aimed at promoting safety for children on the roads. Similar events took place across the West.

An artist paints a white design on a green background for Bristol Women's Voice on billboards on the M32
[Bristol Women's Voice]

Celebrating carers: A giant mural has appeared on billboards close to the M32, painted by Bristol Women's Voice members, the People's Republic of Stokes Croft and the Value the Caring Economy Alliance. The artwork, which involves city residents adding their own handprints, is aimed at showing the wide support for people who work in care in the city.

A Bristol Ferry boat passes The Matthew on Bristol's Floating Harbour
[Michael Sergison]

Old meets new: Bristol Ferry Boats launched their new historic water tours at the weekend, to celebrate the birthday of Isambard Kingdom Brunel, the engineer whose legacy can be seen in multiple locations in the city.


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