Sophie Grubb

Bristol

Content Editor at Bristol Post

Content editor @BristolLive - formerly chief reporter @TheOxfordMail (Currently on maternity leave)

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Articles

UK households warned to wait until Sunday to dry their washing outside

1 week ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Phoebe Jobling |Sophie Grubb

Despite it seeming like the ideal conditions for laundryOne of the few perks of a sweltering heatwave in the UK is the speedy time it takes for washing to dry on the line. In between complaining about the temperature and sitting in front of a fan, many Brits will be unloading their laundry bins ready for multiple washes this weekend - but millions have been advised to wait a couple more days to avoid discomfort.
Oasis tour fans gutted after safety protocol leaves them 'stuck at the back'

1 week ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Sophie Grubb |Mark Jefferies

The massive crowd will be split for the Heaton Park gigsFans attending the Oasis live tour feel "let down" after learning where they will be standing in the crowd. The band's Heaton Park gigs in Manchester will be attended by around 80,000 people each night. Last month Ticketmaster informed people who had bought tickets that the crowd would be split as a safety precaution. One area will be 'front standing', closer to the stage, while others will be classed as 'general admission'.
'Gentle' hike near Bristol passes heather moorland and mountain views

1 week ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Portia Jones |Sophie Grubb

It's also next to a lively market town known for its fantastic foodA keen walker has recommended a "relatively easy" route that offers stunning views of rolling hills and heather-covered moorlands. The Blorenge hill walk has been described as "an ideal day walk" in South Wales, and the car park used as the starting point is only an hour away from Bristol.
IKEA to try 'new formats' as it closes two UK branches

1 week ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Ben Hurst |Sophie Grubb

It says there have been "valuable learnings"IKEA has shared an update on the future of its UK operation after closing two of its newest branches. The Swedish furniture giant, which currently has 22 outlets across the UK, closed its Aintree Plan and Order Point store in Liverpool yesterday (June 16) after two and a half years.
B&M shopper says new £2.79 item gave home a 'lovely lingering aroma'

2 weeks ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Zoe Chamberlain |Sophie Grubb

The item is being exclusively sold by the chainB&M shoppers are searching the shelves for an exclusive new range of Zoflora that claims to kill bacteria while leaving a gorgeous floral scent. The new Wild Raspberry and Peony collection has already sold out in some stores. Zoe Chamberlain, parenting editor at BirminghamLive, was gifted the range and shared her honest review after reading feedback online from others who claimed it "smells so amazing".
B&M shopper says new £2.79 item gave home a 'lovely lingering aroma'

2 weeks ago | somersetlive.co.uk | Sophie Grubb |Zoe Chamberlain

B&M shoppers are searching the shelves for an exclusive new range of Zoflora that claims to kill bacteria while leaving a gorgeous floral scent. The new Wild Raspberry and Peony collection has already sold out in some stores. Zoe Chamberlain, parenting editor at BirminghamLive, was gifted the range and shared her honest review after reading feedback online from others who claimed it "smells so amazing".
Councils explain drivers' rights to appeal parking fine if they think it's unfair

2 weeks ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Louis Dargavel Corbett |Sophie Grubb

Special circumstances will be consideredA council has reminded drivers of their rights if they are hit with a parking fine they feel is unfair, noting that everyone has the right to appeal and "special circumstances" must be considered. Nottinghamshire County Council issued a statement that applies to all drivers in England, following a complaint from an outraged motorist in its jurisdiction. Gareth Orrill, 43, received a fine after pulling into a bus lane due to a medical emergency.
Parents 'thank Bristol school for taking a stand' as it bans smartphones

3 weeks ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Sophie Grubb |Tristan Cork

The Bristol school took action after 9,000 messages flooded a pupil WhatsApp chat in just 15 hoursParents have largely welcomed a Bristol primary school's decision to completely ban smartphones after a teacher's shocking discovery. As Bristol Live reported on Monday, children at Blackhorse Primary School in Emersons Green will no longer be allowed to bring in smartphones, even if they're just using it during their journey to and from the gates.
West Country cafe pulls beachside parking offer after 'abuse'

3 weeks ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Lisa Letcher |Sophie Grubb

Other customers were quick to express their supportA beachside cafe in the West Country has scrapped a parking discount for customers after staff endured "verbal abuse". The popular Life's a Beach café, situated on Maenporth beach in Cornwall, said the "sad" decision came after complaints from customers who had "not read the terms" of the deal.
Welsh festival forced to change name after 'Coachella complained'

3 weeks ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Sophie Grubb

The line-up includes a Steps tribute actSteps star Ian 'H' Watkins has said it is "mindblowing" that Coachella has forced his small Welsh festival into a name change. The social media accounts for Cowchella in Cowbridge in the Vale of Glamorgan, Wales went down, and its Eventbrite tickets page had its name disappear amid a complaint which Watkins said was from Coachella Ltd, the US festival in California.