Things to Do in BANES

Libraries bring Christmas cheer to the community

Libraries bring Christmas cheer to the community

Libraries across Bath and North East Somerset are offering plenty of festive fun for people of all ages in their Christmas events calendar. There will be a Lego Lab for free creative play, Christmas crafts and stories and another chance to enjoy the dedicated sensory space at Bath Central Library. A new Christmas chalet outside… Read More…

Bath on Ice returns for 2022

Bath on Ice returns for 2022

With the days getting shorter and the holidays drawing near, Bath is getting ready for Christmas. It’s almost time for festive decorations, wonderful gifts, delicious food, the Christmas Market, and Bath on Ice! Bath on Ice is back for its 10TH YEAR with a huge outdoor ice rink, allowing skaters plenty of space to learn to skate… Read More…

Heritage Open Days 2022 in Bath and North East Somerset

Heritage Open Days 2022 in Bath and North East Somerset

Venues across Bath and North East Somerset will open up their doors this September for Heritage Open Days (9-18 September). The nationwide celebration of history and culture is a chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – all for free. Councillor Kevin Guy, Leader of Bath & North East Somerset Council, said:… Read More…

Bristol Avon RiverBlitz Citizen Science Event

Bristol Avon RiverBlitz Citizen Science Event

Many of our beautiful and beloved waterways are in a poor condition as a result of human influence and the impacts we have inflicted upon our rivers and streams. We are very lucky to have the magnificent Bristol Avon right here on our doorstep. It’s a haven for many different types of amazing local wildlife,… Read More…

Council relaunches the Discovery Card programme

Council relaunches the Discovery Card programme

Bath and North East Somerset Council has relaunched the Discovery Card programme.   The Discovery Card gives residents of Bath and North East Somerset free access to Council owned Heritage Sites, including the Roman Baths, Fashion Museum, Parade Gardens and Victoria Art Gallery, as well discounts with participating local attractions and businesses. Residents who have… Read More…

Bath school children to formally welcome the Queen’s Baton Relay

Bath school children to formally welcome the Queen’s Baton Relay

Primary school children from Bath will dress in traditional Roman clothing to welcome the Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay to the city on July 5. The Year 6 pupils from St Andrew’s Church School will sport Roman togas and form a guard of honour when the baton arrives at the Roman Baths. Alongside the children… Read More…

Wildlife on show as part of the Festival of Nature events in Bath

Wildlife on show as part of the Festival of Nature events in Bath

Nature-lovers can learn more about local beetles and pollinators at an outdoor exhibition in Victoria Park, which is opening to coincide with the start of the Festival of Nature, the UK’s largest free celebration of the natural world. The Buzz and Scuttle outdoor exhibition, created by local artist Marian Hill, will be on display at… Read More…

Excitement builds as high streets get ready for Jubilee weekend

Excitement builds as high streets get ready for Jubilee weekend

Communities are joining together across Bath and North East Somerset to dress their local centres with royal colours ahead of the Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations. Red, white and blue bunting with a postage stamp design and Jubilee banners are now adorning key locations in Bath city centre including Milsom Street, Union Street,… Read More…

May half-term activities to celebrate Jubilee week

May half-term activities to celebrate Jubilee week

This May half-term, families can enjoy a programme of special craft activities to celebrate the Jubilee week at the Roman Baths, Fashion Museum and Victoria Art Gallery. Make a Roman crown at the Roman Baths, design your own coronation cape at the Fashion Museum, or create a self-portrait worthy of a king or queen at… Read More…

Ignyte Ltd. Reg number 7125489. Registered in England and Wales. Registered address: Bathway Farm, Bathway, Chewton Mendip, Somerset, BA3 4LN | Refund Policy | Privacy Policy | Payment Terms