St Nicholas Primary School in Radstock, part of Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust, is proud to announce its recent achievement in being awarded Apprentice Employee of the Month. This recognition is a testament to the school’s unwavering commitment to providing the best possible educational experience for their children, as well as their dedication to...
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New Alternative Provision school for vulnerable pupils in Bath given green light
A bid to build a new school in Bath and North East Somerset to meet the needs of the most vulnerable pupils at risk of permanent exclusion has been approved by the Government. The joint application by Bath & North East Somerset Council and the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership Trust proposes the build of an...
Preparing young people for change – an evening with Mentoring Plus
Has your child ever struggled with times of change, such as moving schools or a family bereavement? Local youth charity Mentoring Plus invites you to join their experienced youth practitioners for an in-person workshop on the theme of change. Learn how to help your children acknowledge and understand their feelings, and how you can be...
Review – comedian Ed Patrick Catch Your Breath Tour at the Rondo in Bath
Ian Waller reviews this rising star of comedy, fresh from his appearance on Have I Got News For you Ed Patrick, NHS anaesthetist, author and stand-up, was the latest rising star of comedy to play to a sold-out audience at the Rondo Theatre in Bath. Of course, you can now add ‘Have I Got News...
Start the Summer with a ROAR at Bath Racecourse’s Family Fun Day
Bath Racecourse are pleased to, once again, be hosting their Family Fun Day on the May bank holiday Monday (6th May) and this year it’s Dinosaur themed! There will be the usual high-quality flat racing to keep everyone on the edge of their seats, with a 7 race programme, but away from the track, there...
Friday night pizza and so much more at Hartley Farm in Winsley, Wiltshire
Hartley Farm in Winsley, near Bradford on Avon, is already well know for its fantastic farm shop and kitchen, but did you also know that it hosts regular events as well? As well as the regular Friday Night Pizzas, the next few weeks will see nutrition advice for mums to be, a Persian supper club...
Eight year old Teddie’s research earns him his own exhibit at Radstock Museum
Following a visit to Radstock Museum, eight year old Teddie Prouse has been inspired to discover more of the local area’s rich mining and transport history. As a result, he has now been given his own exhibit at the popular Somerset venue. Radstock Museum features a range of exhibits which offer an insight into North Somerset life...
Review – Sherlock Holmes: The Valley of Fear at the Theatre Royal Bath
The games afoot with another mysterious tale for the master detective. Ian Waller is on the case… Sherlock Holmes is back – again. Can there be a more portrayed detective than the master of sleuth of Baker Street, the star of books, comics, TV, stage and film? His latest resurrection sees him at the grand...
Wiltshire law firm, Goughs, celebrates a successful year supporting charity FearFree
FearFree brings together services for victims of Domestic Abuse and their families, providing a full range of services with a single, easy to use access point. Due to their accessibility and range of victims they support, FearFree were chosen to be Goughs charity partner from April 2023 – March 2024. Over the course of the...
99% of families offered one of preferences for primary school in BANES
More than 99% of families in Bath and North East Somerset have been offered one of their overall preferences for primary school places for the third year running. Figures released today by Bath & North East Somerset Council also show that more than 97% of children got their first preference of school, up from 94%...
First improvements to Bath BMX track completed thanks to £140,000 community funding
BMX riders in Bath are enjoying the first improvements in a £146k project to enhance the Bath BMX Club track at Odd Down. New safety gates and railings, staging pens and a tarmac road are among the improvements that have already been completed at the club following a funding award from the Bath Neighbourhood Community...
Abracadabra, abracadoo – The Great Jaydini’s doing magic for you!
When the Great Jaydini’s in town, magic things start to happen. Children sit amazed and watch in wonder as handkerchiefs disappear and giant bunnies jump out of thin air, and that’s not to mention the Great Jaydini shoe clean, the Great Jaydini suit jacket escape or the unforgettable card socks prediction. The Great Jaydini is,...
New Beckford’s Tower bursaries available for apprentice building conservation training
Beckford’s Tower is pleased to announce a new bursary scheme, designed to help apprentices in Bath, as well as tradespeople and artisans, to develop practical building conservation skills. The bursary scheme is part of the Beckford’s Tower redevelopment project, funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. The aim of the bursary is to increase practical building conservation...
Review – Tern GSD E-Cargo bike, a great alternative to a second family car
We try out a great alternative for the school run that saves on fuel, is easy to park and it’s a lot of fun too Have you noticed how many more Tern E-Cargo bikes are out and about on the school run these days? They’re quickly becoming the ideal alternative to a second car, offering...
Claytime, a new participatory experience for younger children, tours to Bath’s Egg Theatre
Award-winning theatre company Indefinite Articles present Claytime,a play with clay for the very young, which tours to Bath’s Egg Theatre on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st April. Audiences aged three years and over are invited to take part in this ‘out-of-the-ordinary theatrical experience’ (The Guardian) which takes participants on a unique journey using their imaginations,...
Stonar School announces nursery expansion, offering more flexibility for busy families
Stonar School, in Atworth, Wiltshire, has announced the expansion of its nursery offering starting in September 2024, giving families more choice during their child’s crucial early years. Stonar’s nursery, located on the same campus as its prep and senior schools, welcomes children aged two to four years. Currently, two-year-olds can only attend during school term...
Valley Fest 2024 announces second wave of acts for family friendly South West festival
Valley Fest, the best-tasting music festival in the South West, has announced Sister Sledge – featuring Kathy Sledge, Sophie Ellis Bextor, Tinie Tempah, The Feeling and The Skids will play over the 1st – 4th August 2024. The family-friendly event takes place alongside Chew Valley Lake, near Bristol which, some say, give it ‘the best view of any...
More school places planned in Wiltshire for pupils with social and mental health needs
Wiltshire Council has acquired Calder House near Chippenham to provide education for up to 50 young people aged 11-16 years with Social Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH) or who need alternative provision. Alternative provision is education that is arranged by schools and local authorities for pupils who, because of exclusion, illness or other reasons,...
St John’s Foundation supporting pre-schoolers’ language skills
A partnership programme supporting pre-schoolers in their communication and language development at 23 settings across Bath and North East Somerset (BaNES), funded by local charity St John’s Foundation, has significantly reduced the number of children needing additional support in just two years. Due to the project’s success, more settings will soon benefit from the scheme. ...
Take on a brilliant pyjama-themed charity night walk in Bath for Dorothy House
Dorothy House is looking for fabulous mums, dads, carers and children 12+ to take on a night of walking, talking and dancing in Bath on Saturday 15 June. Event highlights include a free drink upon arrival, numerous stalls including an environmentally friendly face paint bar and a photo booth, a fully marshalled 5K or 10K...
Mr Doodle brings his first ever UK museum exhibition to the Holburne in Bath
The Holburne Museum in Bath is proud to present the first ever UK museum exhibition of internationally renowned artist and internet sensation, Mr Doodle. While his 2.9 million Instagram followers are familiar with Mr Doodle’s graffiti art of his clothes, car and home, inside and out, few have seen his personal sketchbooks which are overflowing...