Council abandons bus gate plan in east Bath after local opposition and promises a broader traffic solution. Bath Bus Gate Plan Scrapped After Residents Voice Concerns Green councillors are happy about some news. A bus gate won’t be built in east Bath, but they still want a new plan for the area. The council stopped…
Bath introduces new school traffic rules boosting safety. Some are happy, but concerns have been raised. New Traffic Rules Aim to Make Bath Schools Safer, Spark Mixed Reactions The council added £87,000 to the School Streets plan. This project improves school safety and air quality by limiting traffic when kids arrive and leave. The money…
Crimes on the Bristol and Bath Railway Path increased by a third in a year, with 12 incidents reported in 2024. Crime Surges on Bristol and Bath Railway Path After Two Years of Drops Crimes rose on the Bristol and Bath Railway Path. A third more crimes happened last year. Police reported twelve crimes in…
A woman was sexually assaulted on a footpath in Bath; police are investigating and appealing for information. Sexual Assault Reported on Footpath Linking Roads in Bath Police are looking into a sexual assault in Bath. It happened on February 20 around 8 PM. The location was a path linking two roads, specifically Charlcombe Way and…
Beckford’s Tower in Bath unveils accessibility upgrades, digital features and inclusive exhibits after a major renovation. Beckfords Tower in Bath Reopens After £3.9 Million Renovation Project Beckford’s Tower in Bath got a makeover. The update cost £3.9 million, making the tower easier to visit. The tower now has step-free access and cool digital features. Sensory-friendly…
Discover Freshford, the picturesque village near Bristol famed for its beauty and film appearances. A perfect day trip! Charming Cotswold Village Near Bristol Used in Films: Freshford Beckons Freshford is a great day trip spot. It sits near Bristol, outside the city. You can drive there in 45 minutes from Bristol. Rolling hills and woods…
Bath ranked among the most pessimistic UK cities. Residents express doubt about housing, cars, & future prospects. UK City Faces Doubt After Being Named One of Most Pessimistic Places A survey looked at people’s outlook on life. It found many Bath residents feel negative about their future. Over a third doubt they’ll get their dream…
Edward Blackmore defrauded his family and a lender using a fake PSG deal. He’s sentenced to over six years. Man Jailed for £3 Million Football Club Scam, Betrays Family A man named Edward Blackmore is now in jail. He tricked his wife’s family and a lender, stealing about £3 million from them. Blackmore lied about…
Bath extended the fire service exemption from Clean Air Zone charges. Full compliance is expected by 2031. Bath Delays Clean Air Zone Charges for Fire Engines Bath postponed charging fire engines entering its Clean Air Zone. This zone started in 2021. Emergency vehicles initially had an exemption. This exemption was set to end on March…
Developers are converting office space into student housing in Bath, raising concerns about affordable housing. Bath Developers Accused of Building Student Housing by Stealth Bath approved student housing near the center. The council approved plans for Berkeley House. Developers will change the office building. It will become homes for 34 students. The council’s planning group…