The Enjoy Portishead Podcast

In the May edition of the podcast, there is breaking news on Portishead Town Football Club.It's National Walking Month, so we're talking about things you can do with your feet...Plus, would you rather lose all your money and possessions or all of your memories? Find out what the team thought in our fun podcast game, and let us know what you'd do!Sit back, relax, and enjoy Portishead!Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre

On the April episode of the Enjoy Portishead Podcast Downsy, Tracey and Tracie talk Easter, address the rumours about a certain High Street retailer and Helen from the RNLI pops by to tell us all about their upcoming open day. Plus, find out  which piece of sporting equipment, now sold worldwide, was invented and first manafactured right here in Portishead?So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead! Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

In our March episode:Should there be safety barriers around the marina, we discuss. Tracie Fry has an ephiphany about the upcoming Portishead Railway restoration, Tracey Fowler has her say on good customer service and we all talk Mothering Sunday.Plus we celebrate the plethora of arts, culture and entertainment in and around our town for March.  So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead! Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

In our February episode, we dive into the latest local talking points — including the Council Tax increase, the new banking hub, and rumours of a new chemist coming to the High Street.There’s good news for everyone who uses the Portishead Show Field, although one particular roundabout is definitely testing our patience…As it’s the month of love and romance, we also chat about the best places to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Portishead ❤️Plus, we’re joined by our special guest, Saz Casey from Posset Events, who gives us an exciting update on this year’s carnival fun.So sit back, relax, and Enjoy Portishead.Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

In the January episode of the Enjoy Portishead Podcast, recorded at the newly refurbished Lido Café, we introduce a campaign to keep the Portishead Christmas lights on for 2026 and discuss the latest changes to shops on our high street.Tracie Fry shares some ideas on how to give your interiors a new look for the new year.Our special guest is personal trainer (and friend of the podcast!) Joe Chapman from Parish Wharf Leisure, talking all things health and fitness for the year ahead.So sit back, relax, and Enjoy Portishead in 2026!Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre

On the December edition of The Enjoy Portishead Podcast recorded at the newly renovated Phoenix Bar, we look back at another memorable Christmas lights switch on and have some great advice on choosing your Christmas tree this year!We talk about the dangers of 'fake news' and doom scrolling on your phone, celebrate 200 years of one local independent retailer and take a look at the local Christmas entertainment here in BS20Plus Downsy's back behind the football announcers mic ... Listen in for all the details! Sit back, relax, and Enjoy Portishead.Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre.

In the November issue of the Enjoy Portishead Podcast:All the details you need for this year’s Remembrance Parade, a look back at another busy summer for Portishead in Bloom, and some clarity on the current situation at Black Nore Lighthouse.Plus, big news for Vinted users in Portishead — and the Dry Robe Diaries continue!So sit back, relax, and Enjoy Portishead.Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre.

It's October, so we're turning autumn up a bit plus we're talking parking meters in Roath Road car park, Tracey Fowler meeting our own MP and speaking about the irony of where he lives and ... Tracie Fry does WRESTLING! So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

In the September episode of the Enjoy Portishead Podcast Downsy, Tracey and Tracie talk all things art ahead of 'ArtPort' at the end of the month. It's new beginnings as Summer turns into Autumn, so we chat about how the transition affects us, from children going to school and college/uni to what we have for dinner and how we re-decorate our house! Plus, a round-up of this month's entertainment and why it's great news for cyclists in Portishead. So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

This month is we talk about things to do during the school summer holidays, whether the High Street roadworks will ever end and investigate where all the local taxis have gone! Plus, should you sell your house and live on a boat and why Downsy and Tracie are off to the Portishead open air pool, but for VERY different reasons ... ! So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

In the July edition of The Enjoy Portishead Podcast ... Downsy, Tracey and Tracie discuss:The revival and great success of Portishead Carnival Our new banking hub/Natwest ClosureRoadworks, roadworks, ROADWORKS! Portishead Open GardensA new public consultation on how local services are funded and managed. Plus Gwen from Parish Wharf talks about water safety for summer and we look forward to this year’s Portishead Show.So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

The June edition of The Enjoy Portishead Podcast was recorded at The Ship Inn in Portishead where we chat to legendry landlord Vic! We talk town-twinning, The Cafe Lido Robin and shopping local for Fathers Day.Plus, we look forward to Open Gardens weekend and of course the return of the iconic Portishead Carnival.So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

The May edition of The Enjoy Portishead Podcast is a guest fest! We chat to Liz Beacon from BBC Points West about her life in local media and living in the best town in the South West! Mark Hill from The Sports Shop talks Dry Robes and we meet the new proprietors of the old Freemans building at 47 High Street. Plus a Carvival update and all you need to know about North Somerset Arts Week.So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

On the April edition of the podcast recorded at world famous Black Horse Pub, Downsy, Tracey and Tracie chat to landlord John Beynon about being the responsibilities of being the custodian of this beloved venue. We also meet podcaster and speaker Dr. Angela Kingdon and talk about her move from the US to Portishead, all because of this very podcast! Plus all the usual Portishead gossip with a few laughs along the way. So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

On the March episode of the podcast:Railway News!Post Office News!!Carnival News!!!and a good gossip about everything Portishead, including some changes on the High Street, a new project in a shed and a familiar face returns! So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

On the February episode of The Enjoy Portishead Podcast - Hints and tips on your love language ahead of Valentine's Day, the big 'Dry Robe' debate plus we speak to personal trainer and local legend Joe Chapman from Parish Wharf Leisure Centre about how to keep on track with your fitness goals throughout the year, NOT just for January!  So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead! Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

Happy New Year! In the January edition of The Enjoy Portishead Podcast, we speak to the organisers of Portishead Carnival about the return of the event in the Summer, Tracie Fry tells us how our home can me more "hygge" through the winter and Tracey Fowler gives us an update on the latest Portishead news, plus the usual giggles and gossip.  So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre - Portishead

In the December issue of The Enjoy Portishead Podcast, we celebrate one of the legends of our High Street, look through all our festive diary dates and give some pointers on how you can shop local this Christmas. So sit back, relax and Enjoy Festive Portishead! Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre - Portishead

Kate Haskell has been a familiar face on television screens across the West Country for nearly 30 years, her infectious smile and upbeat personality never fails to brighten up even the dreariest of weather forecasts or news reports. For the fiercely dedicated family woman, growing up and now living in the West County was idilic, but in October 2022 a cancer diagnoses changed everything. I’m Ian Downs a presenter, podcaster, and TV director and for the last few years I’ve have had the pleasure of directing some of Kate’s work at ITV. Having lost my mother to breast cancer in the 90’s I knew that Kate’s experiences would be able to give others a unique insight into what to expect during the stages of diagnoses, treatment and recovery, so we decided to record this podcast in the hope that even if it helped just one person, whether you’re the patient, a family member of a friend, we’d have done our job. This is Kate’s  story … Me, TV and the Big C. For more support and information you can contact the UK Hodgkin Lymphoma Support Group on Facebook. For advice on protection and insurance  you can contact [email protected]

This month on the Enjoy Portishead Podcast Downsy, Tracey and Tracie discuss the latest on the proposed introduction of parking charges in the town, talk fireworks ahead of Bonfire Night and look forward to this years 50th anniversary Christmas light switch on. So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead! Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre - Portishead. 

As Autumn settles in the Enjoy Portishead Podcast brings you up to date with everything you can do in our town in October. We have the latest on how you can get involved with next year's Carnival, plus two special guests giving us unique insight into their Portishead businesses and how they can help you! So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead! 

In the September edition of The Enjoy Portishead Podcast Downsy, Tracey and Tracie chat about the latest developments on the return of a Post Office to the town, why Portishead Library isn't just a library and why Portishead Carnival might look a little bit different for its return next year. Plus ... our very own Dancing Queen Tracey Fowler shares her big ABBA secret, Downsy reveals which ICONIC Portishead location he's never been to and Tracie has her top tip for your home as we head into Autumn ... and it's not what you're thinking!So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead! Powered by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

There's BREAKING NEWS (gossip!) in the August episode of the podcast about one of Portishead most talked about issues! Plus we have the latest on the Portishead to Pill railway line, Clarence House celebrates it's 1st birthday with something special AND some great news for Cafe Lido fans ... So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead! Powered by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

On July's podcast, the latest developments on the High Street and its great news for a local retailer, we look ahead to a busy month of summer events including the Portishead Summer Show and discover the origins of Noah's Ark Zoo Farm, one of our much-loved local attractions.So sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead! Powered by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 

In the June episode of the podcast we do a deep dive into one of our beloved local businesses. Tracie Fry caught up with Yav and Alex to tell us the history of The Port in the precinct, from micro-brewery, survival through Covid, to the present and exciting plans for future. So sit back, relax and enjoy Portishead!

This month Downsy, Tracey and Tracie have the latest on Portishead parking charges, speak to Liz Ward from Parish Wharf Leisure Centre about her life and the latest charity challenge.  Plus ... what is the 'Portishead Bermuda Triangle' ?!!!Sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead! 

On Episode Number 10 - We discuss the proposed changes to parking in Portishead, why colour is important to your local business and chat to local author Chris Nott about his new book. Plus a full rundown of activities and events in Portishead in April. Sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!

On Episode Number 9 - We talk potholes, boats and have a full round-up of what you can get up to over Easter here in Portishead! Plus our special guest Sarah Prichard tells us all about her amazing charity Be More Ben.Sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!

On Episode Number 8 - Downsy, Tracey and Tracie discuss the latest on the Portishead Railway project, plus there's ideas for Valentines Day in our town and our special guest is general manager of The Windmill Pub Chris Bosse who has some exciting news for the future of the pub. Sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!

On Episode Number 7 - We start 2024 with a look at New Year's resolutions including how to achieve your health and fitness goals with special guest Joe Chapman a personal trainer and class instructor from our new sponsor Parish Wharf Leisure Centre. There's also good news for football fans in Portishead and we ask the big question ... should the Portishead Carnival return?! Sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!

On Episode Number 6 - The Festive special! Everything you need to know to make the most of the festive season in Portishead. We talk Christmas lights and the Posset Christmas market, share our tips on how to be stress free this Yuletide and our special guest is Campbell Grant the owner of Venga on the high street who shares his secrets for the perfect Christmas dinner! Sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!

On Episode Number 5 - We talk Fireworks, Remembrance Sunday and Christmas lights, plus there's a chat to Tanya Marriott about the Singing Children of Africa Party tour who paid Portishead a visit in October. Sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead!

On Episode number 4 - Nicola Holland and Geoff Lucas from ArtPort talk about the up coming Portishead Arts Festival, we get an update on the latest happenings in the High Street and reveal some great news about Enjoy Portishead Magazine itself! Sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead! 

On Episode Number 3, we celebrate 160 years of The Portishead Summer Show and why the organisers need your help and look ahead to 'That'll Be The Day' one of the town's much loved live events.So sit back, relax and enjoy Portishead.

On Episode two we talk to a local vicar who didn't believe in God, go behind the scenes with Portishead in Bloom and unbust the mystery of a phenomenon that occurs at 3pm on the 3rd of every month ...So sit back, relax and enjoy Portishead.

On Episode one, what better way to kick off than with an indepth chat to both Tracey and Tracie about their hopes and aspirations for Enjoy Portishead magazine. So sit back, relax and enjoy Portishead ... 

An introduction to the Enjoy Portishead Podcast coming soon ...