The Enjoy Portishead Podcast

Ian Downs, Tracey Fowler and Tracie Fry.

The Official Podcast of Enjoy Portishead Magazine

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39 episodes
Updated June 30

Episodes39

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June 30 · 26 min
July 2026
In the July episode of the pod, Downsy, Tracey and Tracie check out one of Portishead's newest eateries ... (and really liked it!) We have the latest on a controversial development plan, introduce you to a brand new summer event and special guest Nick Williams from Lime Tree Dental Practice talks about his favourite smiles :) Plus, Downsy and Tracey Fowler attend one of Tracie Fry's Paint-a-longs, and the podcast mics were there too, don't miss out on the audio from an fun evening at The Windmill! So ... Sit back, relax and Enjoy Portishead! The Enjoy Portishead Podcast is sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre
June 1 · 29 min
June 2026
In the June episode we talk Portishead Carnival, Open Gardens Weekend and a new discovery on Portishead High Street. There's details on how to keep your doggy safe in the heat this summer and a brand new way to get to the airport from Portishead if you're heading off on holiday anytime soon ... Plus, a suprise for Downsy mid-podcast and another round of "Would you rather" for the gang! So ... sit back, relax, and enjoy Portishead! Sponsored by Parish Wharf Leisure Centre
May 1 · 29 min
May 2026
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
April 2 · 34 min
April 2026
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
March 1 · 27 min
March 2026
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
February 1 · 31 min
February 2026
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
January 4 · 35 min
January 2026
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
Nov 30, 2025 · 26 min
December 2025
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 BS20 Plus 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.
Nov 1, 2025 · 24 min
November 2025
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.
Oct 1, 2025 · 29 min
October 2025
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
Sep 1, 2025 · 24 min
September 2025
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
Aug 1, 2025 · 18 min
August 2025
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
Jul 1, 2025 · 26 min
July 2025
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 Closure Roadworks, roadworks, ROADWORKS! Portishead Open Gardens A 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
Jun 1, 2025 · 30 min
June 2025
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
Apr 30, 2025 · 31 min
May 2025
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
Apr 1, 2025 · 28 min
April 2025
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
Mar 1, 2025 · 21 min
March 2025
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
Feb 1, 2025 · 26 min
February 2025
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
Jan 9, 2025 · 25 min
January 2025
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
Dec 1, 2024 · 27 min
Episode 18. December 2024
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