News & Events

A wide range of community groups in Portishead ensure that a constant flow of activities and events take place throughout the year in the town, with something to appeal to everyone. These range from open gardens weekends and the annual carnival to flower shows, a raft race and spectacular festive illuminations.

Our calendar brings you up-to-date news of these activities and events, along with details of Council meetings and other items of public interest. Just click on the relevant date on the calendar (to the right), for more information and the agenda (usually available 3 days before the meeting). 

Please check the agenda for each meeting to confirm the venue.

Please note that the Severnside Sirens are tested every 3rd day of the month at 3pm. Click here for a safety leaflet on the Severnside Sirens or find out more on the Severnside Sirens website.

Due to the current Coronavirus situation the public meetings may be cancelled*, rescheduled or held remotely.  Please check this page for details of changes and which meetings will be held remotely.

Click here for the list of Ordinary Public Meetings scheduled in 2021-2022