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James Short telescope, c. 1738-1768, becomes the latest object on display at the Herschel Museum of Astronomy

The inaugural permanent electric bus service in Bath and North East Somerset launched this week, ensuring a greener link between some of the city’s busiest locations.

Parish and town councils in Bath and North East Somerset are set to benefit from £260,000 to help install energy-saving measures like solar panels and air-to-air source heat pumps.

A rare example of the machinery produced by local engineering firm Stothert & Pitt is to be officially unveiled by West of England Mayor Dan Norris at the Museum of Bath at Work.
 

Just one week to go until the UK’s first Candy Cannon arrives at Avon Valley, alongside Lambing Live, and The Grinch as he attempts to steal Easter between 29 March - 14 April.

Owners and occupiers of listed buildings who are interested in improving the energy efficiency of their property can get early bespoke advice following the launch of a new pre-application service by Bath & North East Somerset Council.

The world-renowned artist and internet sensation Mr Doodle will have his first UK museum exhibition in the city of Bath this summer.

The Roman Baths will stay open late over the Easter weekend, giving visitors a chance to see the Great Bath illuminated by flickering torchlight.

Over one million people visited the Roman Baths & Pump Room throughout 2023.

Bath’s Clean Air Zone has been recognised for improving the city’s air quality in the latest government inspection of the scheme, which marks its third anniversary today. 

The Bath Festival, the city’s oldest and biggest arts festival, brings its annual celebration of books and music to the beautiful World Heritage city this spring. 

Several Visit West members were among the winners last night at the South West Tourism Awards, which took place at the University of Exeter.