Marksbury Primary School pupils enjoy adventures from pumpkin picking to Stonehenge
Pupils at Marksbury Church of England Primary School near Bath have been enjoying a range of educational adventures this term, from discovering seasonal changes at a pumpkin patch to exploring prehistoric life at Stonehenge. Reception pupils visited the Pumpkin Patch...
Calne school shares award-winning approach to inclusion
The Springfields Academy in Calne has welcomed education professionals from across the South West to share its nationally recognised approach to supporting autistic children and young people, with the aim of helping mainstream schools develop more inclusive learning environments. The...
Nature-themed mural brings a splash of colour to Bath riverside
Young artists have worked together to transform a graffiti covered wall on the path alongside...
Bath Tennis Club invites you to a Wimbledon Weekend Strawberries and Cream Festival
Bath Tennis Club is delighted to invite members, their families and the local community to...
The Nest Project – providing free clothing, equipment and essentials for 0-5 year olds
The Nest Project, a Bath-based charity supporting families experiencing financial hardship, is appealing for help...
Prior Park College students help out on Sherlock Holmes short film
Prior Park College welcomed a professional film crew to their school for the production of...
Colerne Primary School celebrates its 60th anniversary with song, dance and fun
Ian Waller enjoys a wonderful afternoon at a Wiltshire primary celebrating six decades of history...
Children and young adults asked to take part in B&NES knife crime survey
Further to the upcoming Knife Awareness Week (Op Sceptre – 19-23 May), the B&NES Violence...
Free breakfast for children from the team at Bandook Kitchens in Bath
We speak with Moe Rahman at Bandook Kitchen in Bath, the leading Indian restaurant that...
Antic Disposition returns to Bath Abbey with magical A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Celebrated Bath theatre company Antic Disposition returns to Bath Abbey this summer with a joyous...
Estate planning and wealth preservation from the experts at Goughs
Elliot Chambers, a solicitor in the Goughs Private Client team based in Trowbridge, advises family...
Roundhill Primary pupils get creative with willow crafts in hands-on workshop
Year 5 pupils from Roundhill Primary School in Southdown, Bath, learnt all about the craft...
Wiltshire students showcase a career in motorsport at Masters of Motoring event
Motorsport students at Wiltshire College & University Centre’s campuses at Castle Combe Circuit and Chippenham,...
Bath MP Wera Hobhouse meets ‘inspiring’ sixth formers at Prior Park College
Wera Hobhouse, Liberal Democrat MP for Bath, recently visited the picturesque Prior Park College to...
Head teacher of St Mary’s Primary in Radstock attends Buckingham Palace party
Cathie Lampert, the head teacher of St Mary’s Church of England Primary School and Nursery...
Ofsted praise Oldfield Park Infant School for inclusive, high-quality Education
Oldfield Park Infant School in Bath, is delighted to share its superb report from its...
Wiltshire Council launches campaign to boost early language development
Wiltshire Council is asking parents to talk and play every day with their children to...
Families invited to build a dream adventure Playhenge at Stonehenge
Stonehenge, a site steeped in ancient mystery and wonder, will once again play host to...
May Half-Term adventures at The Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery
Families are invited to step into the past, get creative, and explore the world of...
Festival of Nature returns to Bath with a splash, celebrating water in the city
The UK’s biggest free celebration of the natural world is back for its 22nd year...
Holbrook Primary School celebrates success of free universal breakfast club
It’s been four weeks since staff at Holbrook Primary School launched their new free, universal...
Challenge Dad to a Ski-O2 This Father’s Day at South Wilts Ski Club
This Father’s Day, ditch the socks and give Dad something he’ll actually want: a ski...
Lawn Manor Academy pupil signed to Chippenham Town Football Academy
A Lawn Manor Academy pupil is well on his way to achieving the dreams of...
Top marks for Hayesfield sixth form supporting Hospital Help pack scheme
Students and staff at Hayesfield Girls’ School and Mixed Sixth Form School in Bath have...
Bath Building Society host financial education workshop at Somerset Studio School
Bath Building Society hosted a financial education workshop at the Somerset Studio School. The workshop...
Sponsor a school initiative funds allergy training for Bradford on Avon primary
Christ Church CE Primary school in Bradford on Avon has become the latest UK school...
Events for children and families this May Half Term with Blue Sky Festival 2025
Corsham’s beloved half-term family festival of the arts returns for the May half-term for a...
Families encouraged to take part in The Big Butterfly Count
With lighter evenings and trees in full blossom, it’s clear that spring has arrived –...
Monkton Combe School welcomes new Director of Sport, Alex Leach
Monkton Combe School is delighted to announce the appointment of Alex Leach as its new...
Visit Bath Soft Cheese on 8 June 2025 for farming’s annual open day
Come and join Bath Soft Cheese in Kelston for Open Farm Sunday on the 8...
Children’s trail part of new printmaking exhibition at the Victoria Art Gallery
First Impressions: Printers’ Proofs of Works by Great 20th Century Artists is now open at the...
Saltford Primary School has announced tour dates for 2026 starters
Saltford Primary School has announced dates for school tours for parents and carers of children...
A Q&A with Joe Lund, the new Headteacher at St Martin’s Garden Primary School in Bath
We have a chat with the new headmaster of one of Bath’s primary schools Hi...
Multi-Academy Trust to deliver Specialist Autism Support Service in BaNES
The Partnership Trust, a Multi-Academy Trust based in Radstock near Bath, and neighbouring Fosse Way...
‘Par’fect half term fun with Disc Golf at Cricklade Hotel & Spa!
To celebrate the opening of its new nine-hole Disc Golf course – the only one...
Happy customers praise the service from Bath Carpets and Flooring
Steve White from Bath Carpets and Flooring talks about the importance of service and how...
Widcombe Infant School achieves its second Platinum OPAL Award
Widcombe Infant School is delighted to announce the exceptional outcome from its recent Outdoor Play...
Wiltshire Council takes to the roads to encourage more foster carers to come forward
Wiltshire Council’s fostering team is touring the county this Foster Care Fortnight asking people to...
Marden Village Fete includes activities for the family, food, classic cars and more
One of Wiltshire’s most highly anticipated summer celebrations, the Marden Village Fete, has announced the...
Tristan Gemmill to star as the villain in Theatre Royal Bath’s Christmas Pantomime
Star of stage and screen Tristan Gemmill (that’s him in the photo above) is to...
Bath Building Society re-launches annual Community Awards
Bath Building Society has re-launched its annual Community Awards as part of the Society’s pledge...
Local swim school makes a big splash in Bath with heroic rebrand
A popular local adult and child swim school with pools in Bath and Radstock has...
Beckford’s Tower in Bath to host the Farm Yard Circus this summer
Beckford’s Tower invites families and audiences of all ages to a full day of circus...
Nythe Primary School in Swindon praised in latest Ofsted report
In its first inspection since Nythe Primary School in Swindon joined Excalibur Academies Trust, praise...
Mountford Manor Primary recognised as leading the way with kindness
Mountford Manor Primary School in Swindon has been presented with the HOPE Award by Society Without Abuse (SWA) in...
Young musicians showcase their talent at Sheldon School awards concert
Sheldon School’s top musicians performed for a full house of family and friends during the...
Widcombe CofE Junior School celebrates Outstanding Ofsted report
Widcombe CofE Junior School in Bath is delighted to announce the exceptional outcomes of its...
The May/June 2025 issue of The Bath & Wiltshire Parent is out now!
The latest issue of Bath’s biggest magazine is out now and being distributed to 22,000...
New evening mental health support line launches for Bath & North East Somerset
Bath Mind is proud to announce the launch of Bath Mindline, a new evening mental...
Review – Ralph Allen School annual dance show at The Forum Bath
Ralph Allen School student correspondent Beatrice Peacock reports from a theatrical showcase of young talent...
Wiltshire mum of four’s fundraising efforts whilst undergoing cancer treatment
Wiltshire woman Cat Banks is taking part in the annual Walk of Life on the...
After Dark nights to die for presents Parasomnia at House of Frankenstein
This October, your imagination will be severely tested as The House of Frankenstein’s notorious horror...
Lawn Manor Academy pupil quizzes her way to a dance competition in New York
A Year 8 pupil from Lawn Manor Academy is dancing her way toward New York,...
Roseberry Road Studios: Building a New Creative Hub in Twerton, Bath
This summer, Roseberry Road Studios celebrates its second anniversary, marking two years of transforming an...
Ireland Rugby star appointed Head of Sport and Director of Rugby at Prior Park College
Former Ireland international, Girvan Dempsey, has been appointed as the new Head of Sport and...
First childcare settings in B&NES achieve mark of excellence for early years SEND support
A preschool in Keynsham and a childminder in Paulton are the first childcare settings in...
St Andrew’s unveil its wonderful yarn bombed school tree
A huge community effort at St Andrew’s Church School in Bath has resulted in a...
Big BaNES 100k challenge – raising funds for local youth charities
Walkers, runners, cyclists and water lovers are being called to take part in this year’s...
Wiltshire College music students take to the stage to showcase their talent at Neeld Hall show
An audience in Chippenham will be seeing potential stars of the future when music students...
The Big Lock-In – An escape room murder mystery at House of Frankenstein
The Big Lock-In, an all new murder mystery escape room adventure is coming to Mary...
Bowerhill Buddies PTA Scarecrow Trail is back with a literary theme!
After a successful year last year, Bowerhill Buddies PTA Scarecrow Trail returns on Saturday 3...
First Steps explores early years education options for children with special needs
Bath & North East Somerset Council is working in partnership with First Steps Bath and...
Young Bath dancers to appear in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at the Bristol Hippodrome
Eight children from Dorothy Coleborn School of Dance are appearing in the musical Chitty Chitty...
How one Bath family transformed their home with a new roof
The team from HS Roofing & Construction Ltd talk to one of their customers about...
Mr B’s Emporium Bookshop discusses the benefits of reading with children
Making a regular habit of reading for pleasure is one of the most powerful tools...
Trowbridge schools encouraged to create floral displays for Flower Festival 2025
Schools, shops, businesses and charities across Trowbridge town centre will be displaying colourful flowers, door...
Super chef Tom Kerridge among the stars at the Bath Literature Festival
When the British summer hots up, the Brits can’t resist a spot of barbecuing! And...
Frome MP opens new sensory room and presents Nurture Award at Hayesdown First School
Anna Sabine, MP for Frome and East Somerset, joined pupils and staff at Hayesdown First...
Westbury Leigh CofE Primary School receive Thrive Environment Ambassador Award
Westbury Leigh Church of England Primary School has been honoured with the Thrive Environment Ambassador...
Wiltshire College students gain valuable experience working with conversation volunteers
Countryside management students from The Wiltshire College & University Centre have been enjoying some valuable...
Get your dancing shoes on for Bath’s biggest free party – the Party In The City!
Gather up your friends, family, neighbours and workmates to join Bath’s biggest evening of free...
BRLSI helps St Mary’s Primary pupils find out more about natural history
The Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, or BRLSI for short, is a place where...
Axle Arts and Somerset Art Works (SAW) sculptures comes to Royal Crescent Hotel
This summer, online gallery Axle Arts and arts organisation Somerset Art Works (SAW) are collaborating...
Wiltshire College automotive students engineer an internship with BMW in Germany
Two automotive students at Wiltshire College & University’s Chippenham campus have won a dream internship...
Lawn Manor Academy hosts first Spring Fair to fundraise for New York trip
Lawn Manor Academy in Swindon is excited to announce its first-ever Spring Fair, set to...
Bath and North East Somerset Community Awards winners announced
The amazing work that individuals and organisations do across Bath and North East Somerset to...
HerSphere monthly women’s networking meetings come to Rengen House
Rengen House in Bath is hosting a series of monthly women’s networking meetings to bring...
Bath Children’s Literature Festival teams up with Longleat for 2025
Bath Children’s Literature Festival is delighted to announce that the 2025 festival will be staged...
Bath Spa University launches range of short courses designed to fill career skills gaps
Bath Spa University has launched its new range of short courses, designed to address identified...
99% of families in BANES offered one of their preferred primary school places
More than 99% of families with three and four-year olds in Bath and North East...
Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum champions the Power of Play
The Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum (The Friends) are championing the importance of play for children...
Stonar School launches new Triathlon Club for pupils from Year 2 to upper sixth
Stonar School has launched an exciting new Triathlon Club, open to pupils from Year 2...
Bath Tennis Club opens its doors to celebrate tennis, community and new courts
Bath Tennis Club is delighted to invite members, their families and the local community to...
Virtual Reality takes Lawn Manor Academy pupils to the trenches of World War One
Year 10 and 11 pupils at Lawn Manor Academy in Swindon have had the trenches...
Cutting edge farm vehicle simulators gives Wiltshire College students a feel for the real thing
Students studying for a career in agriculture and engineering are learning how to drive tractors,...
Browne Gas and Heating suggest a few ways to reduce your household bills
Lee Browne, dad of two and owner of Browne Gas & Heating, offers some expert...
Bath woman enters the Walk of Life in memory of her brother
Local Bath Woman, Suzanne Hunt is taking part in the annual Walk of Life on...
Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance charity saddles up with Bath Racecourse
Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity has announced an exciting partnership with Bath Racecourse. The...
Bradford on Avon Live Music Festival back with an incredible line up
The Bradford on Avon Live Music Festival is back for another year of championing local...
Abbeyfield School A-Level students triumph in rocketry competition
Over the course of the year, two teams of six A-Level Physics students from Abbeyfield...
Schools invited to ‘Go Bright for Mind’ to support youth mental health
Schools across Bath and North East Somerset are being invited to take part in Go...
Bath Coaching Ltd – offering holiday clubs and more for children across the region
It’s going to be a busy few months for the team at Bath Coaching Ltd...
Dyrham Park goes Dutch for ‘tulip mania’ this spring
Mid-April heralds the start of ‘tulip mania’ at Dyrham Park, a celebration of the springtime...
Lawn Manor Academy celebrates inspirational women through art
Young artists at Lawn Manor Academy in Swindon have drawn inspiration from women across the...
‘Capturing the Cosmos’ astrophotography exhibition now live at the Herschel Museum
The Herschel Museum of Astronomy has launched a new exhibition, Capturing the Cosmos: Astrophotography by...
Lethbridge Primary School celebrates lead school status for music education
Lethbridge Primary School in Swindon is thrilled to announce its appointment as a Lead School...
Charity supporting bereaved children receives £12,500 from Haycombe Crematorium
A charity which supports bereaved children who have lost their siblings has been awarded £12,500...
Springtime Spectacular family fun at Pound Arts in Corsham
This Easter, The Pound is packed with hands-on creativity, magical performances, and family fun! Dive...