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The renovation of the Suspension Bridge and the art of the bus boycott

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The renovation of the Suspension Bridge and the art of the bus boycott

Getty Images Two young boys wearing Bristol Bears jerseys cheer on the team during a match against Northampton at Ashton Gate. They are smiling, as are many of the supporters around themGetty Images

Friday sensation: Two young fans celebrate Bristol Bears’ victory over Northampton

The march of autumn hasn’t deterred even the toughest cold-water swimmers or stopped staff from working atop the Clifton Suspension Bridge.

Bristol’s football and rugby teams are continuing their seasons and a group of players are preparing to tell the story of Christmas Ladders and its characters.

All this and more is included in our weekly visual roundup.

Nicky Willets/Taziker Aerial view of the Clifton Suspension Bridge taken from one of the towers. Photo taken at sunset looking towards Clifton, A4 Harbor visible belowNicky Willets/Taziker

Bird’s eye view: Regular users of the Clifton Suspension Bridge cannot have failed to notice that vital maintenance has recently been carried out. This shot gives you an idea of ​​the opinion received by the staff carrying out the work.

PA Media A huge demonstration by Bristol City fans ahead of the Leeds United match at Ashton Gate. Thousands of fans hold white and red squares aloft "FLY" And "HIGH" After the death of manager Liam Manning, in different stands in memory of his son.PA Media

Show of support: Bristol City fans placed in a moving exhibition Before the match against Leeds United at Ashton Gate, manager Liam Manning returned to the dugout following the death of his young son Leo.

Naomi Dring A silhouette of three women is seen posing for a selfie on Somerset beach in Clevedon. The setting sun behind them casts a light orange glow over the Severn EstuaryNaomi Dring

Brave souls: Three friends pose for a post-swim selfie after taking a dip in Clevedon Sea Lake. The summer crowds may be gone, but many people continue to swim here well into the fall and winter months.

A group of pioneers from the Bristol Bus Boycott smile at the camera as they stand next to new artwork at a bus stop near The Lanes in Bristol city centre.

Remembering: New artwork has emerged at downtown bus stops to honor men and women. Took a stand during the Bristol Bus BoycottCampaign fighting against racist employment tactics in the 1960s.

Will Cooper/Bristol Rovers FC Jamie Lindsay smiles at fans with his arms outstretched as he scores the only goal of Bristol Rovers' 1-0 win over Shrewsbury at the Memorial Stadium. Other Rovers players also run to join the celebrations.Will Cooper/Bristol Rovers FC

Much-needed win: Jamie Lindsay’s goal gave Rovers a 1-0 victory over Shrewsbury at the Memorial Stadium on Tuesday. Boss Matt Taylor He said he was still learning What are the expectations for where the club should be?

A large street mural is seen in an alleyway in Southville, Bristol. The exterior of the house is dark green, and the mural features an old man with white hair and a white beard playing the violin.

Around every corner: Street art is a constant feature of Bristol life and sometimes you have to stray from the main roads to see some of the best murals; for example, this mural by Liam Bononi just off North Street in Southville.

Plaster Communications A group of Invisible Circus performers stand on stage in Bristol. They wear various vintage costumes and are illuminated with blue lights.Plaster Contact

Storytellers: Invisible Circus performers are set to reveal the history of downtown’s Christmas Steps. From 14:00 to 18:30 GMT on Saturday 2 November, the popular band will create an immersive experience on the stairs where visitors will find sailors, soldiers, circus legends and suspected criminals roaming the area.

A large egg and bacon muffin, bought from Brunel Buttery in Bristol, sits on a white paper bag on the table. The harbor side of the city can be seen in the background, where MShed cranes can be seen in the distance

Breakfast with a view: From early morning builders to students and long-distance cycle commuters, many people make it a point to visit the harbourside restaurant Brunel’s Buttery on their journey. Expect big queues on weekends for bacon and egg rolls.

A group of hotel staff from businesses in Empica Bristol and Bath pose for the camera before heading out on a charity walk. Many wear white T-shirts with the charity's logo on them and they are mostly smilingEmpika

Best pitch: Around 90 staff from hotels in Bristol and Bath raised more than £10,000 for charity Hospitality Action by walking between the DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol City Center and the Royal Crescent Hotel in Bath. This was the fifth year of the March for Prosperity event.

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