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New bid to turn old school into hotel

A new attempt is being made to win planning permission for the conversion of a derelict Bath landmark into a hotel and bar. The planning application...

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Are Bath streets best of British?

Are Bath streets best of British?

Two streets in Bath are in the running to be named the best in Britain in a new awards scheme launched by Google.

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Police warning after spate of shed and garage break-ins

​People have been warned to be cautious after a noticeable rise in thefts from garages and sheds in Bath over the past seven months.Since the beginning of August last year the police...

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Motorist admits danger driving

A motorist who left a schoolgirl from Corsham fighting for her life after a horror smash has been warned he could be jailed. Jake Taylor pleaded guilty to dangerous driving when he appeared...


Wind power debate planned

The possible role of wind power in meeting Bath's energy needs will be discussed at a public meeting next month. The debate has been called by the BetterBath initiative as planners consider...

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Different faiths come together for Mayor's service

A united message of charity, love and happiness was heard at the Mayor of Bath’s annual multi-faith gathering.More than 150 people attended the service at the Guildhall to listen to...

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Woman in court over cyclist's death

Woman in court over cyclist's death

A woman has appeared before a judge accused of causing the death of a cyclist in August last year. Kylee Powell is charged with causing...





 

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Bell and Grewcock sign new Bath Rugby contracts

Veteran forwards Duncan Bell and Danny Grewcock have signed new contracts with Bath Rugby.The club announced tonight that Bell has penned a new two-ye...

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Butch: "I'm ready for Premiership action"

Butch: "I'm ready for Premiership action"

​Butch James declared himself ready for a full 80 minutes of Guinness Premiership rugby next weekend after breezing through his c...


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Selection headaches await Bath coaches after rousing display

Selection headaches await Bath coaches after rousing display

​The coaches at Bath Rugby admit their side’s six-try demolition of Sale Sharks will present them with a host of selection ...


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Bath Rugby dish out six of the best to Sale Sharks

Bath Rugby take on Sale Sharks at The Rec in Anglo-Welsh Cup

Bath Rugby 40, Sale Sharks 7A hat-trick of tries by wing Michael Stephenson set Bath on their way to a six-tries-to-one walloping of a...

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Boss Britton satisfied with 'a point gained'

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​Adie Britton was pleased to see his Bath City side turn back the clock and pick up a point from a tough encounter against play-o...


City stalemate with Dover

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MATCH REPORT: Bath City 0 Dover Athletic 0 Bath City picked up a dogged draw against play-off rivals Dover Athletic in a scrappy match...


Bath field experienced side for Sale clash

Bath field experienced side for Sale clash

Bath Rugby will field a strong, experienced starting XV for tomorrow's Anglo-Welsh Cup match at The Rec (2.15pm) against a fresh-faced...

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Hape gets spot in England matchday squad after Flutey suffers knock

Hape gets spot in England matchday squad after Flutey suffers knock

​Bath Rugby's Shontayne Hape has been promoted to England's matchday squad for tomorrow's RBS Six Nations opener with Wales follo...

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Bartlett signs for City ahead of Dover clash

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By Harry Abbott Bath City manager Adie Britton confirmed the club have secured the services of Scott Bartlett from Weston-super-Mare...







 

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Blinding bill of    talented Bath bands

Blinding bill of talented Bath bands

Since the sad demise of the Porter Butt, Bath's Green Park Tavern seems to have stepped up to offer local hard-hitting bands a stage to perform. On...

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SPARTACUS LIVE @ MOLES

Spartacus Live returns to Moles on Sunday with four top acts: Bath-based four piece Circa Snow, London-based new wave rockers Headspace, Bath-based ska punks Fire For Your Safety and Sarah...

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Pedro

The rock band Pedro, who gained recognition in the '70s have reformed after more than 30 years. The band's new CD, entitled Don't Dress Me In Black, was recorded in honour of their late...

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Celebrated Chinese composer visits music centre

Back in 2006 I bought a remarkable book written by Chinese composer and flautist, cookery writer and expert on traditional Chinese food Guo Yue. The book Music, Food and Love recreates...

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THE VICTORIAN ENGLISH GENTLEMENS CLUB

Welsh four-piece indie rockers The Victorian English Gentlemens Club play Moles tonight. The band, featuring Adam Taylor, Louise Mason, Dan Lazenby and Steph Jones, made their recording...

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