University of Bath-associated athletes finished the Olympic Games with two gold medals, three silver, one bronze and a host of historic achievements after two weeks of outstanding competition in Paris. Four of the medals were won by current or former Bath sporting scholars, with swimmer Tom Dean, artistic swimmer Kate Shortman, judoka Prisca Awiti-Alcaraz and...
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Shakespearean actor Sir Simon Russell Beale to visit the Bath Festival
Bath Festivals is thrilled to welcome one of the coutry’s most beloved actors, Sir Simon Russell Beale, to Bath for a special event celebrating the launch of his memoir, A Piece Of Work: Playing Shakespeare and Other Stories. Spend a captivating evening with one of the finest actors of his generation, as he delves into...
New trails added to the Explore Wiltshire heritage app for the summer
Two new towns and a village have been added to the Explore Wiltshire app for visitors and residents alike to explore their heritage, landscapes and amenities this summer. Melksham, Tisbury and Wilton are the latest to feature on the free app with new trails, hunts and events listings for each location, depicted by photos, audio...
Bug making Pet Plant Pot Workshops at the Flourish pottery studio in Saltford
Flourish at Glenavon Farm in Saltford has added a series of family craft events to its summer activities, with the first two allowing children aged 5-12 to make a range of magnets, key rings and pottery. Summer Flower and Bug Making Workshop 16 August | 12pm – 2pm Make your own flower or insect inspired...
Families invited to enjoy the Julian House annual Circuit of Bath Walk
On Sunday 22 September, Julian House hosts its annual Circuit of Bath charity walk, not only a vital fundraiser for Julian House, but a much-loved fixture on the local calendar. The route takes walkers on a 22-mile scenic route around Bath, starting from checkpoints which are open from 07:30 – 18:30. The circular route takes...
There’s lots to do at Bath Abbey this Summer for children of all ages
As well as being one of Bath’s must visit venues, Bath Abbey is offering a wonderful array of activities and events for families to enjoy this summer. First up are our popular Little Explorer backpacks which are free to borrow for 5s and under. They include exciting items to help bring Bath Abbey to life...
Woodland birthday celebrations with Creative Roots Outdoor Learning
Creative Roots Outdoor Learning has a goal ‘To inspire and empower positive outdoor experiences that foster creativity and a deep appreciation for the natural world.’ And this includes offering woodland birthday celebrations where nature is your playground! “For the past two years, we’ve been crafting unforgettable woodland parties for children aged 1 to 11 at...
Paediatric nurse among RUH winners of national award for excellent care
Three healthcare support workers at the Royal United Hospitals (RUH) Bath NHS Foundation Trust have been honoured with national awards this week in recognition of the outstanding care they provide. The ‘Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Midwifery Officer Awards’ reward the significant and outstanding contribution made by nurses, midwives, healthcare support workers and maternity support...
Swindon dancer helps bring home gold in the Olympics of the dance world
A Swindon dancer has returned from the Olympics of the dance world helping bring back the gold medal for England. 15 year old Amelia dances with The Kirsty Farrow Dance Academy in Swindon and recently competed in the England team against 65 other countries in the Dance World Cup, with Team England bringing home first...
Bath’s Museum of East Asian Art taking part in ‘Kids Aloud’ initiative
The Museum of East Asian Art (MEAA) in Bath has announced its participation in ‘Kids Aloud’, an innovative initiative where noisy kids are encouraged to be loud! This special event, in collaboration with Art Fund, allows children to explore the museum energetically and joyfully. The MEAA’s Kids Aloud time-slot is scheduled for every Wednesday morning...
Summer fun, parkour and pizza for children 3-13 years at the Little Gym Bath
The Little Gym Bath has added a summer camp for three to 12 year old to run alongside its jam-packed regular weekly schedule. Running every Monday to Wednesday throughout summer, the morning camps are for three years plus and the afternoons for six years plus. Each week is based on a different theme and encompasses...
The House of Frankenstein’s After Dark Nights To Die For returns this October!
The Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein super scary After Dark – Nights To Die For is back from 11-31 October – if you dare! With new psychological twists and terrors, it offers an evening of total darkness, confinement and an assault on the senses for brave visitors to the 300-year-old town house in central Bath...
Bathscape Walking Festival returns in September with new walks
New and exciting walks join old favourites such as the urban tree walks, wellbeing walks and bat walks at this year’s Bathscape Walking Festival, which runs from Saturday 7 September to Sunday 22 September. The programme for the festival, now in its seventh year, includes more than 60 events for families, groups and solo walkers,...
Paws in the Park 2024 – set your tails wagging for the dog walk challenge event!
Dorothy House’s second annual Paws in the Park dog walk challenge event is back, taking place on Sunday 6 October. This year’s event will take place on the beautiful grounds of the Hospice and will involve a 5km dog walk in the scenic village of Winsley, as well as fun entertainment and engagement stalls. Bring family, friends and...
GLL leisure centres in Bath and Swindon offer a host of summer holiday activities!
The team from GLL leisure centres in Bath and Swindon outlines the summer activities fun for families taking place over the summer holidays Bath Leisure Centre Holiday Trampoline Sessions Bounce, dodge and dive in to a whole heap of fun this holiday at Better Extreme Trampoline Park, Bath. The features will allow you to take a swing...
Mum and daughter take to catwalk to raise cash for hospice which helps their family
A mum is to take to the fashion catwalk to raise money for the children’s hospice which has proved ‘game-changing’ for her disabled daughter. Laura Hobbs-Wall will be modelling at the Strength in Style Fashion Show in Bath in September alongside her 14-year-old daughter Amelie. The show, being held at Bath’s Assembly Rooms on 26...
Autumn looks awesome with an amazing new season line-up at Pound Arts
The Pound Arts Centre in Corsham is thrilled to announce its spectacular line-up of events for September to December 2024. Bursting with a huge variety of live shows, films, exhibitions and workshops, everyone and anyone will be sure to find something that will inspire, excite or enrich them at Corsham’s cultural community hub this Autumn....
Families are invited to enjoy a whole Summer of Play at Lacock Abbey
This summer holiday there’s a way to play every day in the Parkland at Lacock Abbey. Cared for by the National Trust, Lacock is taking part in the nationwide Summer of Play which is organised by the charity and sponsored by Starling Bank. Covering five different play themes visitors can explore nature, get creative, put...
Looking forward to the of Bath Children’s Literature Festival
Georgette McCready looks forward to some of the highlights of The Bath Children’s Literature Festival that comes to the city from September 27 – October 6 There’s so much to look forward to at The Bath Children’s Literature Festival, which returns to Bath in September. Great events, big names authors and lots to see and...
Outstanding end of the year Ofsted report for Haydon Wick Primary School
A Swindon primary school is finishing the year on a high after receiving the top rating in its recent Ofsted inspection. Haydon Wick Primary School, which is part of The White Horse Federation, was rated Outstanding in all areas when inspectors visited the school in June. In the report, the school was praised for its...
Kingsbury Green Academy Careers Fair opens doors (and windows) for Calne student
A Calne student has secured the start of a career that will prove to open many doors – and windows – in the future, all thanks to a meeting at Kingsbury Green Academy’s annual Careers Fair. 18-year-old Georgie Winton has secured a role as Marketing Coordinator with Deceuninck, a global top three independent manufacturer of...