Friends of Bathurst Basin

The first post-lockdown Lightship Theatre event will take place on the John Sebastian on Friday 24th September (doors open 8pm). We are promised a double bill of 'sublime sonic sensation' featuring 'dry wit phenoms' Billy Whizz and art rockers As Thou Wilt. Advance purchase tickets cost £10 and can be purchased here. Door entry cost £15.

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There have been interesting developments involving the Sanchez Group Restaurants along Lower Guinea Street. Nestled between Casamia and Paco Tapas, the Pi Shop has changed its name to 'The Shop', with a new focus and menu. According to director Sue Sanchez-Iglesias, The Shop offers 'dining in a relaxed, snug environment with a menu that creates the unexpected from the familiar.'

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Batala Bristol , the Samba reggae and street drumming group, have been performing live outside the Ostrich Inn over the August bank holiday weekend. Read more “Batala drums at the Ostrich”

Two signs are now in prominent positions around Bathurst Basin: the Lower Guinea Street sign on the pedestrian bridge close to the Ostrich Inn and the restored road sign for the John Sebastian Quay. Read more “Bathurst Basin signs”