News, events and schools' information for families across Bath and West Wiltshire

Employability Course for 50+yrs at Bath College

Bath College



Specifically designed for older adults who are looking to return to work, incorporating aspects of personal growth and development to gain a better understanding of who you are, mixed with employability skills that will help you with the interview process, applying for and getting a job.

Confident Communication at Bath College

Bath College



An opportunity to understand your challenges to discover why certain situations can feel daunting, master effective communication skills and learn techniques that will empower you to express yourself clearly and confidently, practice in a supportive environment, and overall build confidence to leave with the skills and self-assurance.

Excel Essentials at Bath College

Bath College



Learn basic Excel skills such as how Excel carries out calculations, entering and editing different types of data, adding and deleting rows and columns, using plus, minus, division and multiplication formulas, formatting cell content (e.g. time/currency/text), filling sequential data along rows and columns of data (e.g. SUM, AVERAGE, COUNTA, MIN and MAX, COUNTIF, SUMIF), sorting...

School Liaison Morning at Bath College

Bath College



An opportunity for staff from local secondary schools to gain an understanding of the College curriculum and student support services including the enrolment process and GCSE results day support as well as a guided tour of the Campus. Free to attend but please reserve your place in advance.

Summer Art Camps at the Holburne

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A full day of creative fun for children, delivered by experienced artists. Each day is designed to explore new skills, art practices and exciting materials with activities inspired by objects and stories from the museum collection as well as temporary exhibitions.

Print like Picasso at The Holburne

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A day of making inspired by Pablo Picasso’s animal prints. Try your hand at becoming a printmaker for a day.  No need to book, just drop-in on the day.

Printmakers Studio Making Day at The Holburne

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A relaxed and informal workshop designed to offer a taster of different creative experiences. Step into the mind of a printmaker and experience making your own thermofax and stencil prints. Suitable for children over 11yrs and adults. No need to book, drop in sessions.

Animals of Japan at The Holburne

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Design your own animal print inspired by Japanese woodblock prints, working in collage and collagraph. With a gentle, sensory-friendly creative session for families (1-3pm).

Peter Pan on Ice at Bath Forum

Peter Pan on Ice will arrive at Bath Forum from 23 December 2026 to 3 January 2027 with spectacular skating, aerial stunts and festive family fun.



A dazzling new production that will sweep you from the Darling nursery straight into the wild, untamed wonder of Neverland, featuring Dancing on Ice professional and 2025 champion Molly Lanaghan as Tinker Bell, with three-time German champion Joti Polizoakis as Peter Pan. Full details of performance times and tickets online.

Frome Festival 2026

Frome Festival returns from 3-12 July 2026 with 300 events, family activities, live music, comedy, workshops and free entertainment across the town.



With music, comedy, family shows, arts exhibitions, community performances, crafts, dance, outdoor activities, wellness, food and drink and more.

Moth & Butterfly Day at Iford Manor

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Enjoy a day out in nature including butterfly trail with Butterfly Conservation guides in the wildflower meadows, free craft activities for children with Noeline Beesley, moth display, and the opportunity to experience moth release and hold them (4pm). Picnics welcome by the river, opposite the Manor; food and drinks available from the Cafe. This event...

Drama Workshop at Bath Library

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A high-energy session led by Milena and Debbie focusing on drama games designed to get everyone moving, thinking, and giggling. With playful activities, improvisation games, and quick-fire challenges, a chance to be silly, try something new, and enjoy an hour of creative fun. No previous drama experience needed; suitable for ages 7–10 years.

Propagates day at Bath Library

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With drop-in talks, workshops and displays focused on gardens and allotments. The day will include work from the joint Bath Spa University and Bath City Farm residency programme showcasing the results of the students’ exploration of the farm. Workshops will include: making art about nature, simple printing and an opportunity to make an small insect...

Caleb Simon at Bath Library

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Caleb will perform a short set about science and space, followed by a workshop to create a spoken word piece of your own. What would a Martian say when visiting us? Can you count the stars? Suitable ages 11+ years.

Zine Workshop at Bath Library

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Ever wondered what to do with your poetry, writing or art work? How to present it? Put it in a zine! Gemma from Gemma’s Funky Art will help you design your own unique work to showcase your ideas. All materials provided but please bring ideas and art work that you would like to include. Suitable...

Speedy at Bath Library

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When Dad retires he gives his winning secret to the older brother, which causes a falling out. How do the brothers become friends again? What is the Williams’ family secret for champion racing snails? Puppets, songs and fun suitable for under 8yrs. Performances at 11:30am and 3pm.

Lammas at The Roman Baths

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Create a seasonal decoration using a weaving technique to coincide with the early summer festival of Lammas.

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