Pupils from Marksbury Primary School near Bath and Pensford Primary School near Bristol are helping to bring a new forest to life between the two cities. Working with woodland creation charity Avon Needs Trees, the children have planted trees, collected seeds and even starred in a new fundraising film for the Lower Chew Forest. Students...
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The Bridge Alternative Provision to host December open day at Trowbridge hub
The Bridge Alternative Provision is inviting local families, private candidates and education professionals to an open day on Thursday 11 December from 12–2pm at its Trowbridge hub. The centre is available for a home-educated student, a mature learner returning to education, or anyone looking for a more personalised exam experience. Visitors will be able to...
Kids go free again on West’s buses this Christmas
Families across the West can look forward to more affordable festive outings, with Kids Go Free returning to local buses from 20 December to 4 January. Around 150,000 children aged 5-15 in Bath & North East Somerset, Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire will be able to travel for free simply by hopping on board,...
Bath City FC expands football opportunities for women and girls
Bath City FC has announced a major expansion of its programmes for women and girls, launching three new initiatives to support players at every stage of their football journey. The club is introducing a new Under 18s girls’ team, creating a Women’s Football Academy in partnership with Bath College and establishing its first-ever women’s walking...
Abandoned pets face winter crisis as behaviour challenges surge, warns Bath Cats & Dogs Home
Bath Cats and Dogs Home is warning of a winter crisis, as rescue centres across the region report record numbers of abandoned cats and dogs arriving with severe behavioural challenges. More than 70% of dogs and 50% of cats at the charity now require specialist behavioural support to overcome anxiety and stress. With over 700...
Carers’ Centre urges unpaid carers to get winter-ready with money advice and ‘Chat with Charlie’
Unpaid carers across Bath and North East Somerset are being encouraged to prepare for the colder months by making the most of the financial and practical support available through The Carers’ Centre. The charity is urging anyone caring for a loved one to explore ways to maximise their income, access energy advice and apply for...
Holburne Museum shines a spotlight on Zandra Rhodes and Don McCullin in two major new exhibitions
The Holburne Museum is celebrating two influential British creatives this season, opening with Zandra Rhodes: A Life in Print, a vibrant showcase of Dame Zandra Rhodes’ iconic screen-printed fashion, followed by Don McCullin: Broken Beauty, a powerful retrospective of the celebrated photographer. A Life in Print runs from 24 January – 10 May 2026 and...
St Cecilia Concert celebrates musical talent at Downside school
Downside School’s annual St Cecilia Concert has showcased the depth and variety of music-making across the school’s vibrant co-curricular programme. Named in honour of the patron saint of music, the event offered pupils a superb platform to share their talents with friends and family. The Percussion Ensemble opened the evening with an energetic performance of...
Bath Carpets and Flooring continues long-running support for Theatre Royal Bath’s festive panto
Bath Carpets and Flooring is celebrating its fourth year as a sponsor of the Theatre Royal Bath’s pantomime, with this year’s support centred on a special donation of 15 tickets to Roundhill Primary School. The family-run business, owned by Steve and Debbie White, chooses a different school or community group each year to receive the...
Little Lights nursery to open at The Manor School in Melksham in January 2026
Families in Melksham will soon have a new early years option, with Little Lights nursery set to open at The Manor School in January 2026. The new nursery will offer funded and non-funded places for children aged three and four, with a waiting list already open for younger children. The team aims to provide a...
Lee Miller’s son inspires Wiltshire College students with powerful talk
Art students at Wiltshire College & University Centre’s Trowbridge campus were captivated by a talk from Antony Penrose, son of the legendary surrealist and war photographer Lee Miller. Antony, an acclaimed author, photographer, curator and filmmaker, visited as part of the college’s Young Arts Lecture series, delivered in partnership with The Arts Society North Wiltshire....
Views sought on new specialist school plans in Keynsham
Plans to open a specialist school and provide residential accommodation in Keynsham and make life better for children with complex needs, and their families, are out for consultation. Bath & North East Somerset Council is proposing to transform the currently vacant Charlton House into a new 30-place special school and two children’s homes for young...
Festive family film treats at the Little Theatre Cinema, Bath
Families looking for a seasonal treat – or the perfect early Christmas gift – can enjoy a series of festive film screenings at the Little Theatre Cinema in Bath this December, each paired with a delicious food or drink treat to make the experience extra special. Home Alone (PG) + Tea & Festive Cakes –...
New College Swindon students receive essential healthy relationships education
Students at New College Swindon have been learning about healthy relationships as part of this year’s international 16 Days of Action campaign, which calls for an end to domestic abuse and violence against women and girls. Society Without Abuse (SWA) has been working closely with young people across both of the college’s campuses, delivering lessons...
Local mum takes on Bath Half to thank RUH teams who cared for her premature baby
A Bath mum who faced every parent’s worst fear is preparing to run the Bath Half 2026 to thank the hospital teams who cared for her son when he was just days old. And she’ll be joined by another RUH patient who is taking on the challenge after life-saving cancer treatment. When Catherine’s son, Reuben,...
St Augustine’s Sixth Form in Trowbridge invites families to December open evening
St Augustine’s Catholic College in Trowbridge is inviting existing and prospective students to discover its sixth form at an open evening on Thursday 4 December, from 6pm to 8pm. The college describes its post-16 offer as ‘supportive, ambitious and community-driven’, with the event designed to give families a clear sense of the academic and pastoral...
Child arrangements over the Christmas Holidays – expert advice from Goughs Solicitors
By Rhianna Cole, Senior Associate, Goughs Solicitors Christmas is meant to be a time filled with warmth, family and togetherness. For parents who live apart, though, it can bring a mix of excitement and anxiety. Everyone wants the Christmas holidays to feel special, especially for the children. A bit of early planning and some honest...
Roundhill and St Mary’s pupils hit the right note with WEMA Music Mark recognition
Pupils from Roundhill Primary School in Bath and St Mary’s C of E Primary School and Nursery in Writhlington, Radstock, are celebrating after their schools were awarded the West of England Music and Arts (WEMA) Music Mark. Both schools received the Music Mark of Recognition for Ambition & Quality. WEMA is part of the national...
Wiltshire marks 16 Days of Action with focus on young people’s relationships
A campaign focusing on raising awareness of healthy and unhealthy relationships among under-18s and supporting the prevention of domestic abuse is being launched by Wiltshire Council and Swindon Borough Council to mark this year’s 16 Days of Action campaign. Running from 25 November to 10 December, the campaign aims to help children and young people...
Plan your visits to the Bath Christmas Market
Bath & North East Somerset Council is encouraging visitors to plan ahead for this year’s Bath Christmas Market and to make the most of public transport options, including the city’s Park & Ride services. Running from 27 November to 14 December, the market is set to attract large crowds once again, with last year’s event...
Wiltshire College & University Centre recognised for sustainability leadership at national awards
Wiltshire College & University Centre has been praised for its rapid progress in sustainability after being shortlisted for Sustainability Institution of the Year at the 2025 Green Gown Awards. Although the College did not win the top title, judges delivered highly positive feedback. They highlighted the scale of progress made in just three years, strong...