Plans Unveiled to Replace Bath’s Historic Fire Station with Modern Facility Wednesday, July 30, 2025 firestation bath avon redevelopment architecture firefighting wellbeing heritage safety modernisation Bath’s iconic fire station near Cleveland Bridge, an Art Deco gem from 1938, is set to be demolished and replaced with a modern facility. Avon Fire and Rescue Service has submitted a planning application to Bath and North … Read More
Wiltshire’s Bowood Estate Celebrates 50 Years with a Vibrant Summer Festival Tuesday, July 29, 2025 bowood wiltshire estate summer festival nature theatre adventure heritage art This summer, Wiltshire’s historic Bowood Estate invites visitors to immerse themselves in a rich blend of natural beauty, heritage, and cultural experiences as it celebrates 50 years since its House and Gardens opened to the … Read More
Investigation Underway After Bone Discovered in Shepton Mallet Prison Yard Tuesday, July 29, 2025 sheptonmallet prison investigation history heritage bonediscovery contraband coveattractions ukprisons archaeology An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a bone in the drains of Shepton Mallet Prison’s exercise yard. During a routine drainage sweep, staff uncovered the bone alongside a cache of smuggled … Read More
Principle Estate Management Takes Helm at Prestigious Hope House Luxury Flats in Bath City Centre Sunday, July 27, 2025 propertymanagement luxuryflats bath hopehouse heritage residential acorn concierge realestate development Principle Estate Management has been appointed to manage Hope House, a distinguished Grade II-listed development comprising 58 luxury apartments set within six acres of picturesque parkland in Bath city centre. The contract … Read More
Longleat’s Summer Carnival: A Celebration of History, Fun, and Steam Sunday, July 27, 2025 longleat carnival funfair circus railway history conservation workshops family heritage This summer, Longleat is hosting a vibrant Summer Carnival that promises something for everyone—from history enthusiasts to adventure seekers. Taking place until Sunday, August 31, this festive event is set across the … Read More
Jane Austen’s 250th Anniversary Celebrated with Special Events at Bath’s Historic Francis Hotel Saturday, July 26, 2025 janeausten bath francishotel georgian regency festival literature heritage tourism austencelebration To commemorate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth, Bath’s Grade I listed Francis Hotel is hosting a unique celebration that coincides with the city’s annual Jane Austen Festival—the largest and longest-running event … Read More