Residents from across Bath and North East Somerset are being asked for their views on the council’s future priorities and … More
Author: Richard Wyatt
Freelance Journalist, broadcaster, columnist and local historian. Director of Bath Newseum. Married and lives in Bath.
Interested in local history, architecture and visual display in museums and urban spaces.
Saddle up for a spin.
While l have been out of the country and old favourite has arrived in town. Dave Dixon tells me: ‘Just … More
Shoes shine!
Shoephoria! – The amazing feeling you get when wearing a new pair of fabulous shoes 2020 is the Year of the … More
Another knock!
What is it with Bath at the moment. Seems tis the season for bumping into things! Bath Newseum follower, Amanda … More
Near miss for Pulteney Bridge.
A couple of days holiday in Iceland – and look what l come back to! My friend Adam Reynolds – … More
Council opening times over festive season.
Bath and North East Somerset Council opening times over Christmas and New Year are as follows: Close at 15.30 on … More
Circus carols change venue.
Sorry this is late but just back from Iceland. I am hearing Carols in the Circus is being moved this … More
Help Wessex win ‘Rescue Project of the Year’
Archaeological work – being carried out by Wessex Archaeology – as part of the Bath Abbey Footprint Project – has … More
Doorways.
Have your say on spending plans.
A reminder to Bath and North East Somerset residents that they have two opportunities next week to help shape the … More
Don’t ‘water down’ the features!
One of the champion promoters of Bath doing more to hi-light its historical connection to water – both hot and … More
What’s this then?
It’s not just historic Sydney Gardens itself that’s going to be ‘revitalised’ in the next couple of years. As part … More
Keeping a watchful eye
Always sad to see yet another tree disappear from the cityscape. Rail-side clearance through Sydney Gardens has included the removal … More
Financial boost for Abbey project.
A financial Christmas present for Bath Abbey with the gift of £200,000 from local philanthropist, Andrew Brownsword CBE DL, as … More
Fast(er) track!
Thanks to Anne Love for pointing this story out! Speeding up rail journeys and more seats?! Bath Spa to London … More
The star that found me.
A short story for the Christmas season from Bath Newseum regular Terry Basson: ‘ Years ago, when I worked in … More
Know where to vote.
I want to stay out of defined politics on this website but happy to help ensure you do vote! More … More
It’s a wet one.
Choosing a selection of images for today – while l hear the rain lashing against my windows! Mayor’s Guiding duties … More