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

Shindig 2026

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Family-friendly festival with headliners including Fat Dog, Bob Vylan and War, children’s activities, health and wellbeing, food and drink and much more.

Bath Festival of Motoring

Bath Festival of Motoring and Music returns 27–28 June with supercars, classic cars, bikes, live music and family entertainment.



Featuring hundreds of vehicles from cutting-edge supercars to classic vehicles from every decade dating back to the mid-20th century as well as a range of iconic motorbikes, both British and international. There will also be live music performances from a range of local bands and musical groups, across two dedicated stages. The Rotary Club of...

Trow Vegas in the Park 2026

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A full day of live music, entertainment, food and drink, and more. The Music Arena will have the main festival action of live performances, DJs, food, bars and entertainment. From afternoon into the evening, the arena will deliver a full festival experience built around music and a summer atmosphere.

Saltford School Summer Fair

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With games, tombola, ice cream, inflatables, craft stalls, dance show, candy floss, barbecue and more. All proceeds will go to support the school.

Lacock Scarecrow Trail 2026

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This year’s theme is Children’s Books. Look out for your favourite characters around the village, stop by the school for cakes, tea and coffee, and try your luck on the tombola. There will also be a barbecue, inflatables and rides on the playing field, raffle, and ice cream to enjoy while you explore the trail....

Day on the Farm at Hartley Farm

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Take a peek behind the scenes at Hartley, go on a tractor trailer tour round the farm (book online), meet some of Chloe’s Farm and explore nature with Wildflowers Forest School, as well as face painting and bouncy castle.

Inspiring Leaders Lunch with Mentoring Plus

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With leadership expert Dr S Jane Craig, who will lead us through a reflective and interactive workshop to explore What is moral courage, and does it matter to us as leaders in today’s context? How might I explore my own capacity to lead with moral courage and consider developing it further? Designed for professionals, leaders...

Downside School Open Morning

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Take a tour with a Sixth Former, hear a welcome from the Head and see lessons taking place. In addition, you can enjoy a short recital in Downside Abbey Church before a light lunch and the opportunity to meet Faculty Heads and other staff members. You can also watch the afternoon’s sporting fixtures and sample...

Valleyfest 2026

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A weekend of music, wellbeing, food, workshops, children’s activities and much more.

Spring Plant and Craft Fair at The Holburne

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With many stalls and specialist nurseries selling beautiful plants and herbs and offering expert gardening tips and advice, as well as craft stalls, garden games and a range of refreshments, including teas, coffees and delicious homemade cakes and biscuits.

Bottomless Brunch Club: Mamma Mia at Komedia

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With interactive performances, big energy, and an atmosphere that keeps the party going all afternoon. From disco to pop classics and singalongs, the ultimate party brunch to the heart of the city.

Owl Evening at Bird of Prey Project

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An opportunity to be face to face with some of nature’s most stunning species and fly two owls yourself in a family-friendly experience with drink and refreshments. All proceeds go direct to support The Bird of Prey Project raptor monitoring, research, conservation and modern welfare. Participants flying the owls must be aged 6+ years, but...

Japanese Tea Ceremony at the Museum of East Asian Art

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Learn about traditional Japanese tea culture through a Tea Ceremony hosted in the museum galleries. Try ceremonial grade matcha tea prepared for you by Yukie Williams. With over a decade’s experience in practising tea ceremonies, known as sadō (茶道), Yukie draws inspiration from both her training and her early years in Japan. Alongside Yukie Williams, Yukie...

Coquette Cornucopia at Walcot Chapel

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Curated by Lola Bennett and featuring the work of 18 artists. There will also be a sensory workshop on 1 June (11am-12pm) including tea tasting and two immersive sound pieces blending art, mindfulness, and flavor to help the audience unplug from their hectic lives and create space to relax and recharge.

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