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Secluded Somerset boathouse could be most romantic getaway in the UK
Boasting a quiet and peaceful getaway for couples looking for a break.
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‘Best display of season’ as Larkhall Development draw
Like the Larks, Shrewton went into the game having lost only league fixture this term.
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Inside the ancient Bath mill that makes the world’s safest paper
Portals in Bathford has shaped history through the pages it prints—but now the UK’s oldest paper mill is warning of a battle for its future
Forest of Avon lands £15k grant to support recovery and mental health
The Forest of Avon has been awarded a £15,000 Health Lottery grant to help heart patients recover through woodland wellbeing activities
Bath care staff battle mud and obstacles to raise £2 000 for residents
Nine Bath care workers and their families raised more than £2,000 for residents at Stratton House by completing the Tough Mudder challenge
Bath artist shines light on tradespeople in major wood engraving show
Wiltshire engraver Georgina Heywood-Smith’s Places and Peopleexhibition in Bath honours tradespeople alongside West Country landscapes
Hospital’s endoscopy team is recognised with excellence award
The unit was deemed to meet the high standards required in safety, patient experience, training and quality.
Record number of locals getting help for depression and anxiety
The Talking Therapies service received its highest number of referrals for more than five years.
Bathford man is arrested after warrant issued for court no-show
Rennoldson had been due before the court on 14th August to answer three charges but failed to turn up.
Council calls for companies and organisations to offer cool spaces
Locations that people can shelter from the sun are being included in the Indoor Cool Spaces Directory.
Bath pétanque players clinch dramatic national trophy win in nail-biter
Bath Grand Cru Pétanque Club has regained the Euro Cup Trophy after a nail-biting final, dedicating their win to a cherished teammate
Praise from Ofsted for school holiday sports camp in Keynsham
The inspector’s report says that children arrive “eager” and quickly settle into discussions and activities.
Treble winners Bath announce squad for 2025-26 campaign
Bath will be back in match action on Saturday 6th September when they entertain Glasgow Warriors.
Bath Combi Cup holders drawn at home to Trowbridge in last eight
The draw, which was made on Wednesday 27th August, handed Walcot a home clash with Keynsham.
Heritage railway issues warning after people seen walking on line
There were issues last autumn when people were tying back the gates and walking on the tracks to avoid flooding.
Bath woman admits six charges of assault on emergency workers
St John Howe was remanded on unconditional bail until 1st October after admitting the offences.
Police called after anti-social behaviour at local adventure park
Nobody under the age of 16 is allowed entry to the park without supervision of an appropriate adult.
Dementia-friendly pledge aims to transform Peasedown community
Peasedown residents and businesses are being urged to help the village become the first dementia-friendly community in the district as part of a bold campaign this World Alzheimer’s Month
Rugby stars join forces with West Country butchers for open day feast
Kelly’s butchers will welcome players, fans and food lovers for a day of meat, sport and community on Saturday, August 30