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Hollywood star names Bath restaurant as his favourite in the UK

The owner says he's seen a surge in bookings

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Johann van Graan lifts the lid on injury concern to Bath Rugby star fly-half Finn Russell

Bath Rugby host Leicester Tigers at the Recreation Ground on Saturday in Round 18 of the 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

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'He's going to make a big difference' - Boldewijn becomes Bath City's first summer signing

Enzio Boldewijn captained Wealdstone 16 times last season under Sam Cox and Gary Waddock, playing in five different positions throughout the campaign for the FA Trophy finalists

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Bath boaters vow to fight eviction from iconic riverside moorings

'We are part of the community here. This is my home'

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Morrisons Daily in Bath fight to stay open as supermarket giant announces 100 closures

Morrisons plan to close 100 shops over the coming months

Bath Echo

RUH outreach team marks 25 years supporting babies at home

The service supports babies who have received care in the Dyson Centre for Neonatal Care and still need extra help.

Bath Echo

64-year-old man accused of running over his gardener on farm

French was in charge of a Toyota Hilux and “by wanton or furious driving” caused bodily harm.

Bath Echo

Plans to demolish garden ‘shack’ and build three-bed house

An “eco-friendly” property is being proposed in the garden next to Monksmead in Deadmill Lane.

Bath Echo

Farm business plans second dog field as diversification continues

Manor Farm at Burnett is part of a wider family farm business which includes Glenavon Farm in Saltford.

Bath Echo

Vehicle linked to fly-tipping in Keynsham is seized and crushed

The vehicle was destroyed in April after no valid claim of ownership was established.

Bath Echo

Young ton inspires Bath 1st XI to victory in run feast at Penzance

Sam Young hit an undefeated ton as Bath 1st XI moved into ECB National Club Championship Group 9 Round 3.

Bath Echo

Du Toit: I hope to have played a part in developing young stars

The giant prop will be leaving the Blue, Black & White in order to return home to South Africa.

Somerset Live - Bath

Beloved Bath wine shop to close its doors after more than 30 years

Generations of Bathonians have passed through its doors

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American tries full English breakfast in Bath and issues 3-word verdict

American Amber Kacherian has shared the differences between the UK and the US as she's been travelling through the UK with her friends, and has now tried a full English breakfast for the first time

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Bigger vehicles could face higher parking permit prices in Bath

'SUVs and vans are more likely to cause increased injuries or fatalities in a collision with a pedestrian, especially children'

Bath Echo

Man recovering from addiction gets 18-month ban for drug-driving

The court heard that Pethick was already subject to a 12-month ban for a drink-driving offence.

Bath Echo

Historic cycling club marks revival with ride from Bitton to Bath

Originally active from 1888 to 1918, the club was a pillar of the community.

Bath Echo

Council acts to tackle flooding issue on road at Shoscombe

Drainage improvement works to tackle flooding problems are taking place at Hang Hill.

Bath Echo

Builders who owe customer £33k have ignored Bath court order

The ruling was made at a Fast Track Trial last December, which neither defendant attended.

Bath Echo

Nine Blue Badges are seized as council cracks down on misuse

During the operation, the council’s Civil Enforcement Officers carried out 559 vehicle checks.