May l have a word?

I have been reading a book about an English teacher who went to Japan to teach schoolchildren our language. Chris … More

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!