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'Cramped' cul-de-sac to be built in bungalow's garden

Revised plans have had the go-ahead

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Inside Bath's underground vegan eatery where the 'meat' tasted just like the real deal

My childhood best friend is a vegan. So when we arranged to meet up in Bath, I figured the steakhouse was out. Fish and chips probably wouldn't do either. And KFC could definitely strike the wrong chord.

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Bath pizza takeaway gets 2.30am licence despite neighbours' concerns

Locals feel it will bring in more disorder

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Two teenagers charged with importing illegal knives into Bath

Magistrates committed the pair to Bristol Crown Court, where there will be a plea and trial preparation hearing.

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New canal signs installed in Bath after fishing and wildlife issues

Issues include fishing without the correct licences, discarding rubbish and deliberately injuring wildlife.

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Roman Baths recognised for work supporting refugees in Bath

The council said the recognition reflects a wider commitment to making Bath a welcoming place.

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Man, 42, admits growing cannabis plants at his Paulton home

Islam said he had bought the equipment online and the cannabis was for personal use.

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‘Urban infill’ plan for another house on Lansdown Lane in Bath

The proposal is for a detached two-storey house with three bedrooms to the north of No. 95.

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Ex-EFL frontman is ‘brilliant addition’ to Romans’ squad

Bath City boss Scott Bartlett says new signing Harry Parsons is a brilliant addition to the squad.

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Great to see so many people enjoying themselves at Ladies Day

Ladies Day is always one of the highlights of our season here at Bath, and I am delighted to say that this year’s event lived up...

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Tasty Dates For Your Diary – 19/06/2026

Bath has a host of foodie events taking place each week – here’s a selection of the ones we think...

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Homeless pair ‘breached court order by sleeping in stairwell’

The warrants were issued after the pair failed to turn up for plea hearings.

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Bath air ambulance charity backs calls for 24/7 hospital helipads

The report found that 37% of sites either do not have 24-hour access or have no operational helipad.

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Man must pay compensation for distress he caused police officers

The 59-year-old, who lives in a tent near the river in Bath, admitted a total of six offences.

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Ex-RAF pilot surprised with special jet reunion on his 90th birthday

The visit gave him the chance to stand beside the jet once again more than six decades after flying it.

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Tenant is finally evicted from notorious drug den city centre flat

Local businesses had highlighted how their trade has suffered over the years, with repeated complaints.

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Bath quintet in England side to take on France tomorrow

In the England starting line-up are second row Charlie Ewels, back row Ted Hill and versatile back Max Ojomoh.

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Four wins from five at weekend plus midweek cup walkover for Hampset

Hampset 1st XI were skittled for 125 as they were beaten by Carsons & Mangotsfield 1st XI.

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Bear Flat 1st XI in pole position after winning table-top tussle

Bear Flat 1st XI are a point clear at the head of Somerset League Division Four thanks to a seven-wicket home win.

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Lansdown 1st XI suffer first loss of West of England League season

Lansdown suffered their first defeat of the season when they faced Taunton Deane at Combe Park.