Pupils from Roundhill Primary School and St Mary’s Church of England School in Writhlington have joined schools from across the region to practice their singing skills at Bath Abbey for a one-off music concert that will be out of this world. The children attended a rehearsal for Stardust, a musical experience organised by the Bath-based...
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Halloween Pumpkin Trail returns to Trowbridge from 24 October to 3 November
30 decorated pumpkins will be displayed in shops and businesses around Trowbridge town centre from Thursday 24 October until Sunday 3 November for the annual Trowbridge Chamber pumpkin trail. The pumpkins can be found at venues across Trowbridge town centre including cafes, flower shops, beauty salons, art centres, a pet shop, toy shop, gin distillery and...
Review: A family lunch out at Sweet Pea Kitchen in Bradford on Avon
Ian Waller and his family enjoy a lunch out at Bradford on Avon’s newest restaurant Sometimes there’s that special something that makes a restaurant stand out alongside its competitors – a menu speciality, a great location, perhaps a celebrity chef. For the Sweet Pea Kitchen in Bradford on Avon, it has to be its pies...
Review: a beginner’s ski lesson on the slope at South Wilts Ski Club
Fancy skiing in Wiltshire? No, seriously, you really can, thanks to a fantastic new venue near Warminster that allows beginners to learn the basics and advanced skiers to fine tune their technique in a friendly, controlled and really enjoyable environment. My teenage boys and I were paying a visit to the all new South Wilts...
Monkton welcomes Team GB Rowing’s most successful Paralympic coach as new Head of Rowing
Monkton is delighted to announce their new Head of Rowing, Nicholas Baker. After 11 years with the Paralympic programme directly coaching crews to six World titles, two World Championship Silvers, a World Championship Bronze, four Paralympic Golds and a Paralympic Bronze, Nick has made the exciting move to join Monkton. Nick leaves Team GB as...
Heywood Prep turns yellow to show support for children’s mental health
To mark World Mental Health Day, Heywood Prep in Corsham, Wiltshire, turned bright yellow as pupils and staff dressed in the colour to show support for children’s mental health. Each pupil brought in a donation, with all funds raised going directly to Young Minds, a charity that supports children and young people’s mental health across the...
Review – Legends of the Dancefloor at The Forum Bath
Simone Root enjoys a stunning evening of Strictly Come Dancing legends at The Forum Bath Oh my lord, what a stunning show, what a treat! We’ve just been to see Legends of the Dancefloor, which brings back together Strictly legends Brendan Cole, James Jordan, Pasha Kovalev, Vincent Simone and Ian Waite, and LOVED IT! It’s...
St Gregory’s Cultural festival celebrates the school’s diversity
As one of the most diverse secondary schools in Bath, St Gregory’s Catholic College was thrilled to host its recent four-day festival celebrating the rich tapestry of cultures within their school community. The school’s Sixth Form Leadership Team was instrumental in the planning and organisation of the festival, following in the footsteps of its sixth...
Fosse Way Special School provides skills for life in new SEND scout group
Scouting is for all, and the launch of a new Explorer Unit at Fosse Way School in Radstock, near Bath, is paving the way for its students. Fosse Way Explorer Scouts is a SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) unit based at Fosse Way School. Nine of the 11 members of the unit are from...
The Power of Play Nursery Group holds professional development day
The Power of Play Nursery Group recently hosted an inspiring professional development day at Neston Farm Nusery. The event saw the group bringing together its dedicated team to learn, grow and uplift one another. The event was filled with energy and passion, as staff came away with fresh ideas and enhanced skills to continue providing...
Goughs’ Family & Real Estate teams recognised as amongst the best in the South West
Wiltshire-based Goughs Solicitors, who recently announced impressive accreditation from legal directory, The Legal 500, have today announced a further impressive accolade; recognition from international legal directory, Chambers & Partners. For several years running, Goughs Solicitors have been recognised by Chambers & Partners for the excellence delivered in terms of client care and legal expertise. Both...
Author Sophie Kirtley holds a writer’s workshop at St Mark’s School
Years 7 and 8 students at St Mark’s School in Bath were lucky to be joined by Sophie Kirtley, author of The Wild Way Home, for a writer’s workshop. Sophie read an extract from her new novel, The Haunting of Fortune Farm, and explained her process for finding names for characters and places. The author...
Students from St Mark’s in Argentina visit St Mark’s in Bath
St Mark’s School in Bath recently welcomed 45 students from St Mark’s School in Buenos Aires, Argentina along with their teachers. Year 10 and 11 GCSE Spanish students from St Mark’s in Bath did a fantastic job of showing their guests around the school and making them feel welcome. The visit started with both sets...
Make the most of your maternity/ paternity leave with 50% off baby swimming lessons
Sarah Austin, Owner of Puddle Ducks Bristol & Bath, introduces the a special offer that’s perfect for new parents How are you spending your precious maternity or paternity leave? Swimming with your baby should be at the top of your list! Looking back, my maternity leave flew by, but it was a magical time I’ll...
Former BBC Dragon launches Wiltshire’s first Infinity Ski Slope
Nick Jenkins, Moonpig founder, former BBC Dragon and Wiltshire local, has unveiled the first infinity ski slope in Wiltshire. This groundbreaking innovation brings the thrill of the mountains to the South West of England, offering ski enthusiasts of all ages and skill-levels the chance to master their skiing technique – any time of year, right...
Monkton pupil retains her World Freestyle Football title
Monkton pupil Isabel W has retained her World Freestyle Football title for a second year. Isabel was the youngest-ever winner of the Female Pro category in 2023, and has now won the most prestigious open competition in Freestyle Football again in 2024. Making her way to the quarter-finals, the 17-year-old took part in one-on-one battles...
Our Little Hour, telling the inspirational true story of Walter Tull, at the Ustinov now
Our Little Hour, a musical drama written by award-winning playwright Dougie Blaxland, brings the inspirational true story of the pioneering black footballer Walter Tull to the stage. This new work tours to Bath’s Ustinov Studio during Black History Month until Saturday 19 October for a run of five performances, starring Leon Newman, Neil Reidman and...
Bath Society of Artists Annual Exhibition opens at Victoria Art Gallery
The Bath Society of Artists Annual Open Exhibition is now open at the Victoria Art Gallery, running until 11 January 2025. A celebrated highlight of Bath’s cultural calendar, this year’s exhibition promises an exceptional display of regional talent, and for the first time, includes works by artists under 18. Now in its 119th year, the...
Moons and Megaliths: A celestial journey in the Stonehenge Planetarium at half term
English Heritage invites you to a special celestial experience at Stonehenge this October half term. From Saturday, October 26, to Sunday, November 3, visitors of all ages can enjoy the pop-up planetarium, join in moon-themed fun, and explore the celestial alignments of Stonehenge and the ancient monument’s connection to the sky. You’ll also discover the...
First Steps Bath children receive free books from AwesomeBooks
This Christmas, the children attending First Steps Bath are in for a delightful surprise! Thanks to a wonderful collaboration with AwesomeBooks, each child will receive the gift of a book. “AwesomeBooks, an online book retailer with a heart, is known for its commitment to sustainability and ethical practices,” said Roz Lambert from First Steps Bath....
Bath Soft Cheese achieves GOLD at the Taste Of The West Awards 2024
Bath Soft Cheese Cafe at Park Farm, Kelston, are celebrating their achievement of GOLD at the Taste Of The West Awards 2024, earning them feedback such as ‘The food was delicious, it was clear that good quality, fresh ingredients had been used’ and ‘This is an excellent café, which I will definitely be visiting personally...