Alexandra Bassingham

Bristol

Journalist and Researcher at BBC

Journalist. Law grad (LLB, LLM). Animals, wildlife, sport, criminal justice. https://t.co/3HWNKHPTNX

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Glastonbury Festival

1 week ago | bbc.com | Alexandra Bassingham

Top tips for taking kids to Glastonbury FestivalAlexandra BassinghamBBC News, West of EnglandFamily handoutKelly said there was "something special" about sharing the experience with her childrenMusic, art, games, fields and "lots of fun". It is no wonder that festivals are an increasingly popular choice for families looking for summer adventures. With Glastonbury Festival a go-to for adults and children alike, we spoke to three mums about their top tips for keeping all the generations happy.
New book documents Bristol’s music and youth culture from the 80s

1 week ago | bbc.com | Alexandra Bassingham

New book documents city’s music and youth cultureAlexandra BassinghamBBC News, West of EnglandSacha BigwoodBeezerBeezer said the books have a huge social documentary section on different things going on in the city or protestsA photographer who has documented a city's street music and youth culture since the 1980s is publishing a double picture album of his work.
Calls for schools to ditch formal uniforms

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Alexandra Bassingham

Calls for schools to ditch formal uniformsAlexandra BassinghamBBC News, West of EnglandScott EllisBBCThe Active Uniform Alliance is calling for school uniforms that encourage children to move Children's organisations are calling for schools to switch formal uniforms in favour of clothing more suitable for play and physical activity to help children become more active.
Bowel cancer scheme helps people who don't like talking about poo

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Alexandra Bassingham

Scheme helps people who don't like talking about pooSomerset NHS Foundation TrustThe team at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust partnered with cancer detection specialists to develop the serviceAlexandra BassinghamBBC News, West of EnglandMatthew HillBBC Points West Health CorrespondentA self-referral service is hoping to speed up the diagnosis of bowel cancer by making it easier for younger people to get checked, without the need to speak to their GP.
LGBTQIA+ travel map launched at Gloucestershire railway stations

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Alexandra Bassingham

LGBTQIA+ map 'promotes belonging' at rail stationsAlexandra BassinghamBBC News, West of EnglandSherina SteeleThe project aims to help make the railway "welcoming, safe and inclusive" An illustrated travel map and exhibition is being launched to highlight local LGBTQIA+ stories and develop a sense of "visibility, belonging, and safety" across a rail network.
Mating tortoise returns home a year after vanishing

1 month ago | bbc.co.uk | Alexandra Bassingham

Image source, Sarah-Jane MuirieImage caption, Sarah-Jane Muirie, who lives near Bredon, Gloucestershire, said pet tortoise Ginger went missing nearly a year ago. BBC News, West of EnglandA woman is celebrating the return of her beloved pet tortoise nearly a year after she went missing. Sarah-Jane Muirie, 50, who lives near Bredon, Worcestershire, believes her pet, called Ginger, may have escaped to go in search of a new mate.
Mating tortoise returns home a year after vanishing

1 month ago | bbc.com | Alexandra Bassingham

'Mating' tortoise returns home a year after vanishing Alexandra BassinghamBBC News, West of EnglandSarah-Jane MuirieSarah-Jane Muirie, who lives near Bredon, Gloucestershire, said pet tortoise Ginger went missing nearly a year ago. A woman is celebrating the return of her beloved pet tortoise nearly a year after she went missing. Sarah-Jane Muirie, 50, who lives near Bredon, Gloucestershire, believes her pet, called Ginger, may have escaped to go in search of a new mate.
Cricket club in Bath celebrates 200 years by raising £200k

1 month ago | bbc.com | Alexandra Bassingham

Cricket club celebrates 200 years by raising £200kAlexandra BassinghamBBC News, West of EnglandLansdown Cricket ClubLansdown Cricket Club at their match against the All England XI in 1863, with star player WG GraceA cricket club that boasts star players including William Gilbert Grace (known as WG) and Sir Vivian Richards is celebrating its 200th year. To commemorate the occasion, members of Lansdown Cricket Club in Bath are trying to raise £200,000 for local charities with an epic bike ride.
Search is on for artist to create mural at Ashley Down station

1 month ago | bbc.co.uk | Alexandra Bassingham

Image source, GWRImage caption, The mural is due to be unveiled at the entrance to Ashley Down in SeptemberBBC News, West of EnglandThe search is on for an artist to create a mural at a railway station after £4,000 in funding was secured. It is hoped the artwork, which will brighten up the entrance of Ashley Down station in Bristol, will capture "community spirit" as well as celebrating local rail heritage history.
Stroud youth worker to walk 60 miles to support young people

1 month ago | bbc.com | Alexandra Bassingham

Youth worker's 60-mile walk to help young peopleAlexandra BassinghamBBC News, West of EnglandIsak Sandgren-ClarkeIsak Sandgren-Clarke is walking 60 miles between 21 and 22 JuneA youth worker is taking on a 60-mile sponsored hike to raise awareness of the benefits of the countryside for mental health and to champion those caring for others in the community.