For three years now l have been a member of the Mayor of Bath’s Honorary Corps of Guides – an … More
Tag: Jane Austen
Austen anniversary treat.
Jane Austen fans are in for another anniversary treat this year. Hot on the successful heels of Pride and Prejudice’s bicentennial … More
Saying hello to the world.
He might be helping to celebrate the city’s links with the past but Martin Slater – the man who’s been … More
A day out with Jane Austen.
A video shot in Bath that sees a Jane Austen statue come to life has become an internet sensation. ‘Jane’s … More
Most successful Austen Festival to date!
It was touch and go for a while and a bit of a long wait – wearing hot costumes … More
Face to face with Jane Austen
A new three dimensional image of Jane Austen has gone on display in Bath – the city that features so … More
Pride of place for Jane
Bath isn’t exactly well-blessed with public statues on plinths. Many – like Queen Victoria – cling to the side of … More
Pavement history
One of Bath’s most historic thoroughfares has been included in a study which has identified the fifty greatest streets in … More
Pavement puzzle.
Just days ago l was asking if anyone could solve the mystery of the initials ‘B.C’ carved into the front … More
Bath plans for Georgian anniversary.
On August 1st 1714 George l became the first monarch of the House of Hanover. So next year – 2014 … More
Happy birthday Martin!
What’s half a century in a World Heritage city that’s been chalking up notable dates for two thousand years? Well … More
Oh Mr Darcy!
It’s Jane Austen Festival time and amongst events today – the Grand Regency Costumed Promenade with several hundred fans walking … More
Yours truly!
A fascinating and unique glimpse into Bath’s tourist attractions around the time of Jane Austen is revealed in a letter … More
The world in miniature
It was built as a church school, then used by local artists but now the 3,000 square feet of internal … More
Special free guided walks around Bath!
Members of the Mayor of Bath’s Corps of Honorary Guides have arranged some ‘special’ summer walks around our World Heritage … More
Champers and Frocks
Champagne tasting and Georgian dancing are on offer for one night only at Bath‘s Fashion Museum this month. To celebrate … More
One hundred year old hall.
The village of Corston is celebrating the centenary of its village hall this week-end with a special exhibition featuring the community’s … More