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Crash closed A-road near National Trust country house for more than two hours

Delays for people heading to Dyrham Park om South Gloucestershire

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Lockdown-born Bath business named one of UK’s most inspiring firms

A Bath-based craft business inspired by books has been named among the UK’s most inspiring small firms just five years after launching during lockdown

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Live: major A-road near M5 blocked in both directions

An accident occurred shortly after noon

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Vulnerable 28-year-old found after police appeal for help

They were last heard from on Friday evening

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Dyslexia support in schools slammed as MPs say system is failing kids

MPs say the UK’s education system is failing pupils with dyslexia, with Yeovil’s Adam Dance leading calls for urgent reform, universal screening, and better teacher training

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Former Royal Marine from Bath now following his true passion

He's worked in Iraq, Afghanistan and Somalia

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Bath Christmas Market takes over city as thousands gather

The market runs until the middle of December

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Travel warnings issued as Bath Christmas Market brings thousands to the city

Drivers can expect delays

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Saracens vs Bath Rugby team news: Arthur Green starts at number eight

Saracens host Bath Rugby at the StoneX Stadium on Sunday in Round Six of the 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

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£50m regeneration project begins at former Hartwells Garage site

It marks the first step in transforming the former brownfield site into a new mixed-use neighbourhood.

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A46 closed near Bath after early morning crash causes major disruption

The car driver sustained minor injuries and the motorcyclist was taken to hospital.

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Residents thanked as gas pipe upgrade work in Southdown completed

The project began at the end of August and was carried out to ensure gas continues to be delivered safely.

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Views being sought on plans for SEND school and children’s homes

The plans would see the vacant Charlton House repurposed into a 30-place specialist school.

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Man from Switzerland is charged with two historical rapes in Bath

The first alleged rape took place in October 2019 at an address in Camden Crescent.

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Tandem bids by developer to keep large TV screen at Bath Press site

The developer has lodged an appeal with the Secretary of State, insisting its initial application is acceptable.

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Viral poetry star heads to Bath with festive show and famous guests

Viral slam poet Harry Baker is bringing his festive “Harry Christmas” tour to Bath, promising poetry, comedy, guest stars and heartwarming holiday vibes

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Food and drink prices at Bath Christmas Market revealed

Is it the worth the cash?

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Superdry to open 15 new UK stores in major High Street comeback

The fashion chain, which left the London Stock Exchange last April, has a "hitlist" of British locations ready to go and is also eyeing up stores in Belgium, France, Germany and the Netherlands

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Council welcomes government announcement on tourist tax scheme

The council previously voted in support of the idea of being able to introduce a tourist tax.

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Suspended jail sentence for Bathford man who assaulted a taxi driver

The court heard that Dymond, who had been drunk, had struck the driver in the forehead and mouth.