I have been reading a book about an English teacher who went to Japan to teach schoolchildren our language. Chris … More
Month: October 2024
Not so lovely
This week’s ‘Open Doors’ event – involving Parade Gardens and The Colonnades – has been a great success. You have … More
Brexit – the greatest horror
Bath for Europe, the beret-wearing pro-EU campaign group, were in a Halloween mood at their street stall in central Bath … More
Pic of the day. Thursday, Oct 31st
[Photo credit: Nick Steel] Ralph Oswick – formerly Artistic Director at Bath Natural Theatre – writes: ‘New facility in Widcombe … More
An open door into the past
If you haven’t been down to Parade Gardens already, then you have two more days to explore some of this … More
Pix of the day. Wednesday, Oct 30th
Both a family movie and a speedboat have connections with Coniston Lake in Cumbria. The film adaptation of Arthur Ransom’s … More
A tale of two cities
I frequently think of Bath as a city that often acts and feels like a village. Everybody seems to know … More
Millie and the ‘Medics’
Millie Watkins – a final year history  student from Bath Spa University – and Dr Roger Rolls, Chair of Trustees … More
Whatever the colour – they are purrfect
[Dan Norris at Bath College] It’s maybe no surprise that black cats get a bad rap. After all, they have … More
Glow Run
Over 130 people took part in RUHX’s first Glow Run event in aid of Royal United Hospitals Bath. Sponsored by … More
Cleaner cars pay less
[generic image] New car parking charges in B&NES are due to come into force following feedback from a public consultation. … More
RUH supporting stroke research
Researchers at Bath’s Royal United Hospital are taking part in an international study looking at whether a new drug could … More
Pic of the day. Tuesday, Oct 29th
Literally, just back from a long week-end in The Lake District. We started with a visit to friends in Birmingham, … More
Fireworks and pets.
It’s no secret that l am not a fan of fireworks. If they still have to be used l would … More
Pic of the day. Monday, Oct 28th
Ms Potter’s Hill Top residence. Managed to get a shot without people in it! Reception here in the Lake District … More
Pic of the day. Sunday, Oct 27th
Christmas in Birmingham seems to be starting officially on November 1st!
Pic of the day. Saturday, Oct 26th
The Fall. It’s an American description of autumn that l actually like.
Open house
All are welcome!