
Images from across the city
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BBC News, Bristol
Show of StrengthAt 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.
Getty ImagesAbsolutely 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.
Jaimie EdwardsWheel 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.
Bristol Rovers FC
Julian Preece PhotographyMassive message: Artist Hasan Kamil painted this huge mural on the side of the Avon Fire and Rescue training tower at Temple Fire Station. The mural, created by Redcliffe & Temple Business Improvement District (BID) in partnership with Upfest, is designed to show that crews respond to different emergency situations, not just fires.
Bristol HippodromeNow 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.
Getty ImagesCrowd 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.
Ross Pollard/BBCIn 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.
Bristol CyclingSlow 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.
Bristol Women’s VoiceCelebrating 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.
Michael SergisonOld 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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