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A specially curated guide to the next 48 hours (or more) in Bath
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Bath Decorative Antiques Fair, 6 - 7 March
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After more than 35 successful years the hugely popular Bath Decorative Antiques Fair remains the premier regional event for decorative antiques, blending sustainability, originality, and a flair for current interior trends.
With its vibrant mix of exhibitors, the fair appeals to both seasoned collectors and a younger generation discovering the beauty and functionality of antique design.
The fair's exhibitors present a diverse array of pieces, including vintage furniture, garden antiques, mirrors, lighting, textiles, and one-of-a-kind curiosities. Many of the dealers specialise in unique decorative items that blend style and history, perfect for enhancing both traditional and contemporary interiors. Each exhibitor is chosen for their expertise, reputation, and commitment to quality.
With a commitment to offering pieces that are as distinctive as they are beautiful, the fair's exhibitors help make the Bath Decorative Antiques Fair a truly unmissable event for anyone passionate about antiques and design. From rare items to accessible vintage décor, the fair is an ideal destination for discovering something special to take home.
Tickets - £7.50 via Eventbrite – £10 on the door.
The Bath Pavilion, North Parade Road, BA2 4EU
Find out more at bathdecorativeantiquesfair.co.uk
Purchase tickets at eventbrite.co.uk
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Object of desire...
The Rolex GMT-Master II in 18ct Yellow Gold
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The Rolex GMT-Master II in 18ct yellow gold highlights our connection to the world.
The second time zone and 24-hour display keep track of distant destinations, while its Jubilee bracelet delivers a contoured, sophisticated fit, thanks to an elegant five-piece link design that ensures it is perfectly suited to adapt to the wearer’s every movement.
The Rolex GMT-Master II in 18ct yellow gold | £40,500
mallory-jewellers.com
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Shopping Spree
Mother's Day Gifts
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Dower and Hall, Orissa Bracelets, Jody Cory | £100
Jody Cory, Goldsmiths, 9 Abbey Churchyard, Bath BA1 1LY
Golden Depths Candle, Cream Cornwall | £16
Cream Cornwall, 29 Milsom St, Bath BA1 1DG
Lady Muck Hand Cream, Sweet Basil and Mandarin, Homefront Interiors | £15.95
Homefront Interiors, 10 Margaret's Buildings, Bath BA1 2LP
Kayali, Fleur Majesty Rose Royale, Space NK | £28
Space NK, 10 New Bond St Pl, Bath BA1 1BE
Mother's Day Cards, Oliver Bonas | Oliver Bonas, Unit 5A St Lawrence St, Bath BA1 1AN
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Local luxuries
Andrew Logan Jewellery at Art Stop,
Sandra Higgins Art Gallery
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Andrew Logan is a British sculptor, jeweller, painter and performance artist. Creator and perpetual host of Alternative Miss World – the outrageous and ongoing, iconic and countercultural art /fashion event which he established in 1972.
Andrew's work is a blend of Pop - Art, Neo - Romanticism and uniquely, British eccentricity which informs his creations of flamboyantly assembled mirrored fragments of glass which when worn can transform the body into a moving sculpture.
Shown above...
Empire Choker. £500
Large Stella Harlequin Star Brooch. £500
sandrahiggins.art | Art Stop at Sandra Higgins Art Gallery, Shires Yard, 41 Milsom St, Bath BA1 1BZ
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Beauty
Chanel: In Celebration of Mother's Day
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• THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT! •
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| Curated by Daniel McCabe |
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ARCHIVIO
ARCHIVIO highlights the value of archive, which we often regard as junk, arguing that after recording and digitalisation it can become a library of endless potential. Following two four-part series examining watershed eras in recent history, this unique Italian journal releases the third issue of its third cycle (following releases on fashion and design) which examines the world of technology archives. It does this in three sections: ‘Stories’ explores the foundational moments of the digital revolution, tracing cultural and technological trajectories that reshaped the way we live. ‘Institutions’ highlights museums, research centres and foundations that preserve, study and exhibit technological artifacts. ‘Collectors & Collections’ focuses on individuals and groups who have preserved key fragments of our technological heritage, safeguarding not only objects but also human stories, experiences and visions.
£20 | magalleria.co.uk
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KES Bath Orchestral Gala Concert, 17 March
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King Edward’s School and Bath Philharmonia are proud to present this year’s exciting concert, themed around ‘Voices of Change’.
The 2026 theme celebrates music’s power to inspire progress, challenge tradition, highlight injustice, reflect on social movements and tell the stories that shape our world and offer hope for the future.
Adult Tickets: £20 | Child/Concession Tickets: £10
7pm - 9pm | The Guildhall, High St, Bath BA1 5AW
kesbath.com
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How can we best defend our planet? with Jonathon Porritt and Monica Feria Tinta | Curious Minds Festival, 19 March
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Plus full event line-up out now
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Can the law really defend the natural world? And can collective action still shift a future that feels increasingly locked in? Join environmental campaigner Jonathon Porritt and climate and environmental law barrister Monica Feria-Tinta as they explore the rising global movement to defend the planet in the courts and on the streets.
Drawing on their books Love, Anger & Betrayal and A Barrister for the Earth, they discuss the courage of young climate activists, the rise of environmental litigation and the push to recognize nature's rights in law.
Standard: £12 | Open Concession: £10 | 7.30pm - 8.30pm
St Swithin's Church, The Paragon, Bath, BA1 5LY
curiousmindsfestival.co.uk
Read Curious Mind creator Kate Abbey's feature on our website
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The Writing Life at The Gainsborough
Hotel, 19 March
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Are you curious how real writers get started (and keep going)?
The Writing Life: Conversations is a new four-part series of uplifting conversations with writers, agents and editors who share the honest beginnings of their creative lives.
You’ll hear how others navigated self-doubt, found confidence, balanced creativity with life’s demands, and shaped sustainable writing routines. Each speaker brings real-world insight, demystifying the industry and sharing practical advice you can use immediately — whether you dream of writing a book or simply want to reconnect with your own voice.
5.30 pm – 7.30 pm | Tickets are £15 and include prosecco and canapés
The Gainsborough Bath Spa, Beau St, Bath BA1 1QY
eventbrite.co.uk
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Inspiring Leaders Lunch - insights from
across the region, 19 March
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Join Mentoring Plus for the first Inspiring Leaders Working Lunch, a brand-new series for professionals looking to develop their leadership skills and build meaningful connections. Over lunch, guest speaker Anna Edwards will share honest reflections on a 25-year career spanning advertising, marketing, headhunting, and her role as Managing Partner of sports performance and recruitment consultancy EPP. A rare chance to hear from an experienced leader, ask questions, and connect with fellow Bath professionals in a relaxed setting.
12.30pm - 2pm | RWK Goodman, Bath, BA2 3FP
Tickets £20pp including lunch. All proceeds will support youth charity, Mentoring Plus. Book: mentoringplus.net/events
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Stitched in Song
hosted by Bo Lee Gallery, Bruton, 26 March
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Join in at Bo Lee Gallery, Bruton, a beautiful former Methodist chapel, for a celebratory evening where art and music intertwine.
This special fundraising event brings together the striking textile work of Alice Kettle with the thrilling power of opera, performed by soprano Harriet Eyley, accompanied by If Opera’s Artistic Director, Oliver Gooch.
6pm - 8pm | £55 per person | Bo Lee Gallery, West End, Bruton, UK, BA10 0BH
ifopera.com
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Upcoming Little Abbey Explorers dates
(for children aged 0-4 years and their carer)
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Looking for something inspiring to do with your children?Join experienced facilitator Holly Dabbs for an interactive Little Explorers session at Bath Abbey.
From drama and singing to crafting and story time, the morning sessions are specially designed for children and their carers. A unique opportunity for your child to explore and enjoy an historic and inspiring place. Limited places – book now.
2026 dates: 30 March, 27 April, 18 May, 29 June, 28 September, 19 October, 23 November
Book Little Abbey Explorer Tickets
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The Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic
Winter Games kick off today!
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The Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games will take
place from 6 to 15 March 2026.
Approximately 600 athletes from all over the world will compete for the Paralympic medals, giving rise to ten days of competitions of the
highest level and great emotional intensity.
The Opening Ceremony of the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games will get underway at the Verona Olympic Arena at 8 pm CET this Friday (6 March), and will feature acts including Stewart Copeland and Mimì Caruso.
Channel 4 will showcase an on-screen team of world-class presenters and Para athletes for the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games.
Watch Milano Cortina 2026 on Channel 4
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Former KES Pupil, Hester Poole, to compete in the 2026 Winter Paralympics
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King Edward’s School (KES), Bath is immensely proud to celebrate the selection of former pupil, Hester Poole, for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympic Games, where she will compete for ParalympicsGB in the Visually Impaired Para Alpine events.
Hester, 18, who left KES last summer, will take to the slopes, racing Slalom and Giant Slalom alongside her guide, Ali Hall, marking her debut appearance on the world’s biggest para‑sport stage. Hester will join teenage athletes Dom Allen and Sam Cozens as part of an exciting next generation of British para‑skiers.
Hester first began skiing on the dry slope at Mendip at just six years old, progressing rapidly through grassroots racing and making her international debut at 12, originally guided by her brother, Benjie, who also attended KES.
She earned her place on the national pathway through GB Snowsport, where she rose through the ranks of the Para Alpine Development Squad to the World Cup circuit.
kesbath.com
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Iford Manor on the big and small screen
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Iford Manor Estate has recently been featured in More4’s series ‘Saving Country Houses with Penelope Keith’, in which Penelope follows the passionate owners of Britain’s country houses as they do whatever it takes to keep their historic homes in one piece.
Charting the goings-on behind the scenes at Iford Manor, episodes 6 and 8 see owners Marianne and William Cartwright-Hignett overseeing the renovation of an historic greenhouse, taking visitors on a champagne tour of the Grade 1 listed gardens, William’s favourite part of the week – lunch service in the restaurant, and the trials and tribulations of opening a riverside pub, The Cross Guns at Avoncliff.
Back on the screen again this weekend when the film ‘Mother’s Pride’ opens in UK cinemas, the picturesque setting of Iford Manor and the surrounding countryside within the Iford Estate is featured / was a base for filming.
Created by the team behind hit film ‘Fisherman’s Friend’ and featuring a cast of well-known actors including Martin Clunes, James Buckley and Gabriella Wilde, Mother’s Pride tells the story of a failing pub, a divided community and a grieving family whose lives are changed by brewing real ale.
ifordmanor.co.uk
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Dunn is here to stay | Bath Rugby
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The club is pleased to announce Tom Dunn will remain in Blue, Black and White for two more years.
Chippenham-born and community-focused to his core, Dunn has committed his long-term future to Bath Rugby, renewing until 2028.
Making his professional debut in 2012 taking on Rugby Calvisano, the 33-year-old is a product of the Bath Rugby Academy and has since gone on to make an epic 261 appearances in Bath colours.
Of renewing for a further two seasons, Dunn said: “I’m really proud to represent this club for as long as I have."
Read our interview with Dunn from July 2025
bathrugby.com
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Bath name side for PREM Rugby Cup
Semi-final against Leicester Tigers
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Reaching the Semi-finals of the PREM Rugby Cup for a second consecutive year, Johann van Graan’s men head to Mattioli Woods Welford Road this Sunday to take on
Leicester Tigers.
Selecting a total of 51 players and 11 debutants across the PREM Rugby Cup campaign so far, van Graan has named his side to head to the East Midlands.
In the front row, Scott Kirk is selected at loosehead prop for his fourth start in Bath’s last five matches. He is joined by Dan Frost at hooker and Kieran Verden at tighthead, whose contract extension with the club was confirmed earlier this week.
Jack Bennett and Ewan Richards form the second-row partnership in the tight five. The back row features Ethan Staddon, George Timmins and Arthur Green. Pulling strings in the half-backs, Ieuan Davies and Will Roue partner at scrum-half and fly-half respectively. Captain Butt is joined by Chris Harris bringing their experience to the centre combination.
Out wide, Charlie Griffin and Austin Emens take the wings, while Sam Winters starts at full back to complete the starting XV. Among the replacements, Kepu Tuipulotu, Ioan Emanuel and Mikey Summerfield provide front-row cover. James Maloney and Alex Ridgway are named as the remaining replacement forwards. Neil le Roux, James Linegar and Jack Harrison complete the bench as replacement backs.
Kick-off is at 4pm on Sunday 8 March, with the winner progressing to the PREM Rugby Cup Final.
bathrugby.com
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Stylish apartments exclusively for over 55s at the heart of a vibrant new community in Georgian Bath
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Pemberley Place, Beckford Dr, Lansdown Rd, Bath BA1 9DX
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Spring Open House Event 24 - 26 March, 11am - 3pm
Pemberley Place is a welcoming community in Lansdown, just north of Bath’s historic centre. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and close to local amenities, it offers both tranquillity and connection. This thoughtfully designed development features modern apartments, landscaped grounds, and stylish communal spaces.
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Enjoy coffee with friends in the on-site café, unwind in the elegant lounge, or visit the hair and beauty salon. A guest suite welcomes visiting family, while the dedicated wellbeing service provides personalised support.
The open, friendly atmosphere makes it easy to form new friendships and stay connected. Whether relaxing in the gardens or enjoying views of Georgian Bath, Pemberley Place is truly a place to feel at home.
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Designed with comfort, security, and wellbeing in mind, each home combines locally quarried stone with contemporary materials and thoughtful finishes. These energy-efficient, low-maintenance homes are ideal for later life, offering a perfect balance of independence and peace of mind.
Offering stunning 1 & 2-bedroom apartments exclusively for over 55s. These are available to buy with Older Persons Shared Ownership, offering a more affordable way to buy a Later Living apartment.
If you are looking to downsize from your current family home to a low maintenance apartment and an affordable way to buy, Older Persons Shared Ownership could be for you. At Pemberley Place, you can buy shares from as little as 25%, up to 75%. If you buy 75% there is no rent payable on the remainder.
For more information, pricing, and to register interest at the open day, visit lifeinplace.org.uk
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