You’re probably most familiar with Doug Naylor as the Emmy Award winning co-creator and writer of the iconic Sci Fi TV series Red Dwarf. What you might not know is that this autumn Doug has brought his trademark humour and narrative flair to his debut novel for children, and will be appearing at Bath Children’s...
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Join Wiltshire Council webinar to discuss the support available for families of children struggling to attend school
Wiltshire Council is inviting parents and carers of children and young people experiencing Emotional Barriers to School Attendance (EBSA) to join a webinar this October, focused on ways to help them re-engage with their educational setting. This session will offer practical advice, highlight available support, and give parents and carers the chance to ask questions...
Bath Christmas Market celebrates 25 magical years with a family-friendly festive experience
The countdown is on – in less than ten weeks Bath will once again sparkle as the famous Bath Christmas Market returns for its 25th anniversary, welcoming families from across the region and beyond to enjoy one of the UK’s most loved festive celebrations. From November 27 to December 14, the historic streets of Bath...
Hockey fun at Marksbury CoE Primary School thanks to The Hockey Youth Trust
Marksbury Church of England Primary School is celebrating after receiving a generous grant from The Hockey Youth Trust, which has enabled the school to purchase a brand-new set of hockey sticks for its pupils. The Trust, which supports schools and junior clubs across the country, helps make hockey more accessible by funding starter kits, equipment,...
Wiltshire school’s new solar panels produce yearly savings of £11,000
A solar panel and battery storage scheme at Lea & Garsdon Primary School near Malmesbury officially opened on Friday 12 September, helping the school cut energy costs and support pupils’ learning about sustainability. The scheme, projected to save nearly £240k over 20 years, has been funded through a combination of fundraising donations from parents, residents...
Prior Park College’s Mansion goes green to raise awareness for mito disease
Prior Park College‘s Mansion will be lit green this Saturday for World Mitochondrial Disease Awareness, an annual event which aims to raise awareness of the disease and improve the lives of people affected by ‘mito’. Mitochondrial disease is a genetic disorder that can affect any organ in the body at any age, and often occurs...
Monkton named as a finalists for Independent Boarding School of the Year 2025
Monkton Combe School has been shortlisted as a finalist for the ‘Independent Boarding School of the Year’ category in the 2025 Independent School of the Year Awards. This prestigious recognition celebrates the school’s commitment to delivering an outstanding, holistic education within a vibrant and inclusive environment. At Monkton, boarding is the heartbeat of school life,...
Spooks and Sparks Weekend at Combe Down RFC promises family fun
Combe Down RFC is inviting families from across the Bath area to join them this autumn for a weekend packed with thrills, fireworks and community spirit. The club’s annual ‘Spooks and Sparks’ celebrations are set to be bigger and better than ever, making them a must for local families looking for some seasonal fun. Friday...
Bowerhill Primary in Melksham raises £4,000 in back-to-school fete
Bowerhill Primary School in Melksham hosted its annual back-to-school fete on Saturday 6 September, raising £4,000 to enhance the school environment. The event is the school’s biggest annual event, which welcomed 800 people. The funds will be put towards enriching and enhancing the school environment and primary school journey for the children. Headteacher Chris Light...
Radstock pupils step into history with Visit to House of Lords and London Tour
Year 6 pupils from St Mary’s Church of England Primary School and Nursery in Writhlington, Radstock took their learning beyond the classroom with an inspiring visit to London and the House of Lords this week. The visit formed part of the class’s curriculum on British democracy, history and citizenship, giving students a first-hand look at...
Forest of Imagination to transform Entry Hill into a family art and nature park
From 23 September to 5 October 2025, the much-loved Forest of Imagination festival will return to Bath, transforming the former Entry Hill Golf Course into a free landscape of art, nature and community. This year’s theme, Imagining the Future of the Forgotten Land, invites families to explore an immersive space filled with creativity, play and...
Norland to host the Power of Repair Sustainable Fashion Week 2025 Hub
Norland is delighted to be hosting a Sustainable Fashion Week 2025 Hub, joining a nationwide network of community-led events championing sustainability in the fashion industry. Taking place on Saturday September 27 from 10am-12pm, the Bath Norland hub will feature two workshops for children designed to inspire sustainable thinking and creativity. Led by Norland’s sewing lecturers Kate...
Spark Some Magic with DOCA’s Lantern Workshops at Wiltshire Museum
Looking for a fun, creative day out with the kids this autumn? Devizes Outdoor Celebratory Arts (DOCA) is running open lantern-making workshops and it’s the perfect chance for families to get hands-on ahead of the Winter Festival’s Lantern Parade. What’s on offer Where: Wiltshire Museum, Long Street, Devizes When: Saturday 20 September — Morning session...
There’s still time to explore local hidden gems with Heritage Open Days
Families across Bath and North East Somerset still have the chance to enjoy Heritage Open Days 2025, which continue until Sunday 21 September. The festival, England’s biggest celebration of history and culture, offers free access to fascinating sites, buildings and landscapes across the area. More than 20 venues are taking part with guided tours, exhibitions,...
Bath & Wiltshire Parent teams up with Bath City FC for Family Day this Saturday
The Bath & Wiltshire Parent – Bath’s biggest magazine – is proud to be teaming up with Bath City FC to support their Family Day this Saturday, 20 September, at Cannon Clarke Stadium @ Twerton Park. We love family-friendly days out and this one promises to be packed with football, fun and fantastic value. Alongside...
Wiltshire College students’ inspiring stories of courage and hardship are raising money for refugee charities
A book telling of refugees’ harrowing journey to the UK, written by ESOL students at Wiltshire College & University Centre, is halfway to its charity fundraising target. Journeys To Wiltshire was inspired by the stories lecturer Tom Evans heard from students as he helped them get to grips with learning English in preparation for finding...
Wansbroughs strengthens family law support with new appointments
Wansbroughs has expanded its family law services with the appointment of Kate Scammell as partner and team leader of the firm’s newly established Family and Divorce team. Kate brings more than 20 years of experience in family law, specialising in complex financial settlements, cases involving large pensions, business assets and property held abroad. A collaborative...
St Mary’s Broughton Gifford marks Roald Dahl Day with Golden Ticket Chocolate Hunt
St Mary’s Primary School in Broughton Gifford has marked the start of its new school year — and the official opening of its brand new library — with a scrumdiddlyumptious celebration for Roald Dahl Day. On 13 September, pupils enjoyed their very own chocolate factory moment as Friends of St Mary’s ‘Oompa Loompas’ created chocolate...
St Augustine’s Catholic College welcomes families to Open Evening on 2 October
St Augustine’s Catholic College in Trowbridge is inviting families of children in Years 5 and 6 to its annual Open Evening on Thursday 2 October 2025. The event, running from 6.00pm to 8.00pm, offers a chance to explore the College’s blend of academic success, inclusive ethos, and Catholic Lasallian values. Families will be welcomed by...
Back to school as former pupil becomes Deputy Head at Farmborough Church Primary School
Matthew Brinkworth has started the new school year at the very place where his learning journey began 30 years ago. He has been appointed Deputy Head Teacher at Farmborough Church Primary School near Bath where he was once a pupil, and began his new position on 2 September. Matthew – pictured above with pupils Claudia...
Helping children learn dressing skills – advice from Now, Next and Then
Getting dressed can be a daily struggle for some children – Rachel White, Children’s Occupational Therapist at Now, Next and Then, shares practical tips to make it easier. When children experience challenges with getting dressed, this may be due to a number of factors including poor balance, difficulties using both hands together and issues with...