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3 January 2025

Dorothy House set to hold zip-line fundraiser at Royal Crescent

Located in front of the Royal Crescent, the Bath City Zipline will be held from 28th February. …

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2 January 2025

Plans for new homes at former Bath gas works site moving forward

Bath & North East Somerset Council submitted plans for 351 homes at the site in 2023. …

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Change of use being proposed for historic pub on London Road

Chapter One closed on New Year’s Eve 2022 after trading for more than six years. …

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Netball duo chosen for England squad which will be touring Australia

It is the first overseas international tour for England at U21 level since the COVID-19 pandemic. …

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31 December 2024

Bradford Road in Combe Down closed for emergency gas leak repair

The closure will affect Bradford Road between Pioneer Avenue and Southstoke Road. …

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Colourful spring expected at the RUH thanks to special bulb planting

The team has planted thousands of Dutch tulip and crocus bulbs at the Combe Park site. …

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Bath-based Wessex Water commended for its top customer service

Wessex Water first received the Customer Service Excellence mark back in 1996. …

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Building society announces Julian House as charity partner for 2025

Bath Building Society members voted for a shortlist of three local charities. …

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30 December 2024

Proposals for up to 272 ‘co-living studios’ at key city site are revealed

Apart from the modern employment units, the site has been vacant for more than 20 years. …

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Revised designs submitted for planned Bath Rugby stadium at The Rec

Changes include a new curved roof, enhanced landscaping and the redesign of the stand facades. …

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Plans to turn hotel and golf course near Bath into a private residence

The estate at Wick had been on the market earlier this year with a guide price of £12 million. …

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27 December 2024

Restored Vampire aircraft installed in city’s latest self-storage site

The aircraft, a symbol of British aviation excellence, takes centre stage in the building’s entrance. …

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Work gets under way on preparations for 2025 Newbridge Arts Trail

This year’s trail gave more than 30 local artists the opportunity to exhibit their works. …

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AI could be used to write council documents as part of saving efforts

While cuts are planned in many areas, the council is proposing to spend £65,000 on AI. …

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Café and events space Cassia at Bath Riverside closes suddenly

Cassia, the co-working cafe and events space at Sovereign Point, closed earlier this month. …

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24 December 2024

Pantomime stars visit Children’s Ward at Bath’s Royal United Hospital

Some of the cast of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs met youngsters and their families at the hospital. …

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Curo staff spread cheer with gifts for those in temporary accommodation

The Gifts for Good scheme has seen colleagues buying personalised presents for residents. …

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23 December 2024

Bath MP Wera Hobhouse reveals winner of Christmas card competition

Tilly was selected as the winner for her card that captured the joy and spirit of Bath at Christmas time. …

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Time running out to have donations doubled for Designability fundraiser

The Bath-based charity is running an appeal to give the gift of mobility to disabled children. …

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Fire service urges local residents to ‘get home safely’ this Christmas

The fire service is supporting the Royal Life Saving Society’s ‘Don’t Drink and Drown’ campaign. …

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20 December 2024

Planning gets under way for the redevelopment of Bath’s fire station

While the redevelopment takes place, Bath’s firefighters will operate from a temporary location. …

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Bath day service attendee wins national Christmas card competition

Jonathan’s winning entry, an abstract wreath painted with watercolours, was inspired by a holly bush. …

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Special arrival for parents as they welcome triplets due at Christmas

When the couple attended Stacey’s first scan, they were told they would be having twins. …

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19 December 2024

Council leader urges residents to sign petition against bus lane plans

Residents in Saltford have received letters from Councillor Guy about the A4 bus lanes. …

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