Heritage

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 glastonbury abbey revamped yard town deal reopening attraction heritage visitor transformation

The revitalized Glastonbury Abbey Yard is poised to welcome the public this week. The completed attraction boasts a rejuvenated visitor entrance, café, and gift shop and will be unveiled on Thursday, April 10. From 10 am, … Read More

Monday, April 7, 2025 volunteers conservation regeneration wildlife bats glastonbury heritage development community ecology

Volunteers in Glastonbury came together on Sunday, March 23, to plant trees and create a dark corridor for bats at the historic Baily’s Buildings site. This initiative forms part of the wider regeneration project for the … Read More

Monday, April 7, 2025 victoria art gallery bath cultural restoration exhibition printmaking learning studio heritage conservation historic fabric

After extensive restoration work, Bath’s Victoria Art Gallery is reopening its Upper Gallery to the public, along with a new learning studio and a captivating exhibition on printmaking. The Grade II*-listed gallery has … Read More

Saturday, April 5, 2025 glastonbury towncrier tradition history community ceremony heritage tourism volunteer historicalrole

In the historic town of Glastonbury, the search is on for a new Town Crier. Volunteers with a strong voice and authoritative presence are invited to come forward and participate in this unique and iconic tradition. If you … Read More

Saturday, April 5, 2025 pub community rock legends bath venue heritage beer garden pizzeria music brewery

Over a decade ago, The Bell, a well-loved 18th-century pub and music venue in Bath, faced the threat of closure and sale. In a heartwarming turn of events, a community buyout supported by rock icons like Peter Gabriel and … Read More

Sunday, March 30, 2025 salad culinary tourism pricing economy heritage gastronomy international local dining

A few years ago, I embarked on a holiday to Switzerland with my partner. The picturesque scenery of snow-capped mountains against a bright summer backdrop was truly captivating. However, amidst the beauty, we encountered the … Read More