Albert Road, St Philip’s Marsh
We comment on another high-rise tower block development predominantly for student accommodation between Albert Road and the river.
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2026
Princess Street update
We remain concerned about revised proposals for this site in Bedminster, particularly about its height.
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Spectrum Building
We support the principle of reusing this structure for student housing but we have concerns with the current scheme.
Elizabeth Holmes, née Emra
A blue plaque has been unveiled commemorating a vicar’s daughter, Elizabeth Emra, who chronicled life in the parish and published her impressions in two volumes.
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New Year Social: 26th January 2026
Our New Year Social event will be held again this year at the Watershed, which overlooks Bristol’s vibrant harbour.
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Blue plaque for Bert Abrams: 22nd January 2026
An unveiling in Knowle West of a Bristol Civic Society blue plaque to commemorate Bert Abrams, who was associated with Broad Plain Youth Club.
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Zoom talk on working with developers: 21st January 2026
A Zoom talk on the community approach to working with developers by Lori Streich, Co-Chair of Fishponds Community Planning Group.
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Blue plaque for Elizabeth Emra Holmes: 14th January 2026
There will be an unveiling of a Bristol Civic Society blue plaque in Harvey’s Lane, off Summerhill Road, St George to commemorate Elizabeth Emra Holmes.
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