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Climate protesters accused of barricading themselves inside Bath Abbey

Fellow protesters showed their support outside court

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Dogwalkers could face £1k fine for letting pets off lead in cemeteries

The council is proposing bringing in a new rule after dog mess was left on graves

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Castres Olympique v Bath Rugby team news: Pair of England stars drop out with injuries

Castres Olympique host Bath Rugby on Friday night at the Stade Pierre-Fabre in the third pool stage game of the 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

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Four activists deny criminal charges following protest at Bath Abbey

All four of the activists denied the charged, and have said they do not want legal representation.

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Pair appear in court charged with causing death by dangerous driving

Glasby and Cook are accused of causing the death of Ella Cook on the A36 Warminster Road.

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Jewellery maker set to share profits with annual Bath toad campaign

Charlcombe Lane is closed annually from mid-February to the end of March, with patrols every night.

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Bath teen is sentenced for crimes including carrying a flick knife

Scott will be deprived of the flick knife, and an order was made for the destruction of the cannabis.

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Mixed-use development of city centre townhouse gains approval

The property will feature two commercial spaces and six boutique hotel-style rooms upstairs.

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20-year-old driver is banned after failing to provide breath sample

Duncan, of Brislington, had written a letter to the judge, for which she thanked him.

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Ojomoh back as Bath chase second win of Champions Cup campaign

The England back will start at outside centre for the Blue, Black & White in the Pool 2 encounter.

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Way pleased with season and confident Bath City will beat drop

The former Yeovil Town boss guided the Romans to Step 2 survival last term after taking over in 2024.

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Odd Down 1st XI and Devs frustrated by weekend postponements

The 1st XI fixture became one of six in the section to succumb to the elements at the weekend.

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Extended festive break for women as frozen pitches play havoc

Bath City Women were due to face Downend Flyers at Pomphrey Hill Playing Fields.

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Charges could be coming for card that gets Bath locals into top attractions for free

The cards give access to attractions like the Roman Baths

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Somerset has 'prettiest town in England' with 12 of the UK's best places to eat

The historic city in Somerset has been named one of the world's top food destinations by the Michelin Guide, thanks to its collection of exquisite restaurants and independent eateries

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Bath Rugby set for double injury boost ahead of Castres Olympique clash

Bath Rugby face Castres Olympique on Friday night in the third pool stage game of the 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup - and will have two key men back

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Driver who took 10 drugs is jailed for causing woman serious injury

Shocking dashcam footage of Matthew Button’s driving was played at Bristol Crown Court.

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Yellow weather warning for snow is issued for Thursday evening

Storm Goretti will bring a mixture of rain, snow and strong winds to the region.

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Council grant for new pre-school training space at popular nursery

The Snapdragons chain has received a grant to help fund the proposed purpose-built training space.

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Crackdown on shoplifting in centre sees reduction in reported crimes

Neighbourhood officers have reported a decrease in the number of reported shoplifting incidents.