The importance of ensuring the next generation do not forget stories of genocide will be at the heart of a special commemorative event in Bath marking Holocaust Memorial Day 2026. The free public event, organised by Bath & North East Somerset Council in partnership with Bath Interfaith Group, takes place at 5.45pm on Tuesday 27 January 2026 at The…
St John’s Church in Peasedown St John and St Julian’s Church in Wellow are getting ready for festive Christingle services over the next couple of weeks as part of their Christmas season of events. The Christingle, representing the earth and Jesus as the light of the world, was first introduced into the Church of England…
One of our local community’s most valued historical assets has received a funding boost – thanks to local, Independent councillor Chris Warren. Saltford Brass Mill is an historical gem situated on the banks of the River Avon in the village of Saltford. Dating back to the 1720’s, it’s a Grade II listed building and is…
During Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, a Devizes GP is urging others to know and act on the signs of pancreatic cancer, following their own recent diagnosis and treatment at the Royal United Hospitals (RUH) Bath NHS Foundation Trust. Charles Cowen, 57, describes his pancreatic cancer diagnosis as a ‘heart-wrenching moment’. However, this was not the…
A huge thank you has gone out residents in Bath and North East Somerset for recycling their household waste with a reminder to look out for their Christmas and New Year collection dates. Every household has been sent a leaflet advising them of changes to the recycling and rubbish collection dates and highlighting the outstanding…
Bath & North East Somerset Council has successfully prosecuted two companies for carrying out unauthorised works to a Grade I listed building in Bath which affected its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest. Knight Frank LLP and Emery Brothers Ltd were fined £120,000 and £70,000 respectively, plus costs, following sentencing at…
Work on an ambitious scheme to bring hundreds more homes to Bath and develop a modern recycling centre has taken a step forward following the appointment of a contractor to work on the new centre in Locksbrook Road. Bath & North East Somerset Council has appointed EW Beard to build the new recycling centre in…
Plans to open a specialist school and provide residential accommodation in Keynsham and make life better for children with complex needs, and their families, are out for consultation. Bath & North East Somerset Council is proposing to transform the currently vacant Charlton House into a new 30-place special school and two children’s homes for young…
Councillor Kevin Guy, Leader of Bath & North East Somerset Council, has welcomed news that the Government will give English Mayors the power to introduce a tourism levy. Bath attracts around six million visitors every year, making it one of the UK’s most visited heritage cities. While tourism brings jobs and supports local businesses, it…
The Bath and North East Somerset Councillors for Peasedown St John, Gavin Heathcote and Karen Walker (Independents), will be holding their next Advice Surgery on Saturday 6th December, at Peasedown St John Community Library, located in The Hive Community Centre. It will be an opportunity for residents to discuss issues and any concerns they have about the community….
