Bath is set to be transformed into a winter wonderland this festive season as 12 giant sculptures of Raymond Briggs’ beloved character The Snowman arrive in the city centre as part of a spectacular public art trail. Running from 19 November 2026 to 28 January 2027, the free Walking with The Snowman…
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This winter, Bath & North East Somerset Council’s Victoria Art Gallery invites visitors to step into The World of The Snowman™, a family exhibition celebrating the artistry and animation behind one of Britain's most beloved stories, in partnership with Penguin Ventures. Image: The World of The…
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Bath Restaurant Week is back on the menu for a third year, taking place from 12-19 April 2027, inviting residents and visitors to take a bigger bite out of Bath’s thriving food and drink scene. Image: Bath Waiter's Race 2026, credit Beata Cosgrove Photography Showcasing the city’s outstanding…
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This festive season, Bath Preservation Trust invites visitors to celebrate Christmas in true Georgian splendour at three of its historic museums: No.1 Royal Crescent, the Herschel Museum of Astronomy and Beckford’s Tower. Expect traditional decorations and immersive storytelling, visitors can enjoy…
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Hotel Indigo Bath has been selected to appear in the UK Hotels MICHELIN Guide 2026 for the first time. The hotel joins only 336 UK properties selected to appear in this prestigious Guide. Every hotel in the MICHELIN Guide hotel selection represents excellence in design, architecture, service and…
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Congratulations to all of the Visit West members who have been named as finalists and commended businesses in the 2026 Bristol, Bath, Somerset and Gloucestershire Tourism Awards. More than 35 of our members and their events appear across the shortlist, from award-winning attractions and historic…
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We take a look at press and media coverage for Bath from September 2026, highlights include articles from the Telegraph’s Bath Guide by Fred Mawer, a Great Spa Towns piece for insidethetravellab.com and some great influencer content. View Coverage Book…
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Bath is getting ready to sparkle in just eight weeks’ time when the ever-popular Christmas Market returns with exciting new attractions. A new entertainment programme with live music and street performances will create an even more magical atmosphere for some 440,000 people who visit Bath Christmas…
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The search is on for people and animals who go above and beyond to support their communities as nominations open for the Bath and North East Somerset Community Awards. Nominations opened on September 24, for the annual awards which celebrate volunteers, charities, and organisations that make a real…
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One of the UK's most distinctive wedding venues is celebrating a significant sustainability achievement. The Roman Baths & Pump Room has been awarded accreditation by the Sustainable Wedding Alliance (SWA), recognising its commitment to environmentally responsible practices and continuous…
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