Australian bootmaker R.M.Williams announces the opening of its newest UK store at 42 Milsom Street, in a building first constructed in 1788. Two histories, shaped on opposite sides of the world, now meet in Bath’s newly reimagined Shires Yard.

Founded in 1932 in a modest workshop in South Australia, R.M.Williams was built on the principles of making things that last. The brand’s iconic one-piece leather boots are still made by hand using more than 80 individual processes - a tradition born in the Australian bush, refined across generations, and now carried into a building that has held over two centuries of community, trade and craft.

When the team first stepped into the former banking hall inside Shires Yard, where preserved stone and original patina create a quiet sense of time, the connection was immediate. For a brand built on heritage and craftsmanship, the choice felt instinctive.

The store offers the full breadth of the R.M.Williams collection, including: leather goods and belts, premium apparel, seasonal gifting, personalisation and
leather debossing services.

To honour the community the brand is joining, R.M.Williams will release a content series on the day of the opening, spotlighting Bath’s current generation of craftspeople - those continuing the city’s legacy in food, design and material culture.

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Explore the new store at 42 Milsom Street, Shires Yard, BA1 1DN

Recipes

Four Cranberry Sauces

Take those jars off your Christmas grocery shopping list! Home made Cranberry Sauce is one of the simplest festive feast components to rustle up in your own kitchen, and can be elevated from simple to spectacular on a whim. All recipes make about 8 servings.

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Weekend Wines

Show-stopping gifts for Christmas

The time for giving is upon us, and wines and spirits make excellent gifts. To make your present purchasing easy and enjoyable, the team at The Great Wine Co. have created a range of mixed cases of two, six and a dozen bottles.

They cover a range of budgets and themes, whether you are sending a favourite to a loved one or saying thank you to a business partner with some bestsellers. You could also send a showstopper of a bottle, picking from Great Wine Co.'s fine wines, magnums, fortified wine and top-shelf spirits.

All presents can be delivered with a gift message, the cherry on top of your gift which will be talked about well into 2026.

Shown above, The Festive Entertainer Mixed Six | £60
Whether you are planning a party, expecting the in-laws, or anticipating those unannounced but much-appreciated seasonal visitors, these crowd-pleasing wines are great for the occasion.

Explore more festive mixed cases and Christmas gifting at The Great Wine Co. 

A milestone in watchmaking history, the Oyster Perpetual Datejust was the first self-winding waterproof chronometer wristwatch to display the date in a window
at 3 o’clock on the dial.

These numbers are a reminder that though 24 hours mark a
day, it’s on us to make those a date to remember.

With a Fluted bezel, Cyclops lens and Jubilee bracelet, the Rolex Datejust 36 in yellow gold and Oystersteel is timeless, the embodiment of classic elegance. Symbolized by the Rolex crown, the hallmark of perpetual excellence.⁠

⁠Rolex Datejust 36, Oyster, 36 mm, Oystersteel and yellow gold | £12,250

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As festivities beckon, Whistles are turning up the volume. Think styles that are refined and sophisticated, yet elevated with intricate details, modern silhouettes and
enriched fabrics.

Leopard Print Sia Curved Crossbody Bag | £131

Beige Shearling Cocoon Coat | £974.25

Black Luz Satin Ruched Mini Bag | £59.25

Multicolour Cotton Stripe Pyjama | Sold separately

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Thomas Fortin is running a Black Friday 4 for 3 deal until Monday 1 December. 

Choose any 4 items from their collection and get the least
expensive one for free at checkout

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Theatre

Review: The Last Five Years at the Ustinov Studio

"Aspiring actress Cathy begins unravelling that analysis at the end of her relationship with Jamie. Jamie, meanwhile, starts at the very beginning. Their stories meet for one beautiful moment in the middle… at which point their wedding vows are little more than a poignant portent of the annihilation of promise."

Words by Melissa Blease | Production images by Alex Tabrizi

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This Christmas, visitors to Bath will be invited to step into the shoes of their regency forebears, as No. 1 Royal Crescent Museum and Bath Theatrical Costume Hire collaborate to launch two immersive heritage experiences: The Portrait Parlour and The Georgian Glow Up. Together, they offer an opportunity to explore Bath’s Georgian era through costume, photography, and cultural engagement.

Experience One: The Portrait Parlour
The Portrait Parlour will provide visitors with the opportunity to don period-style clothing and capture their own “portraits” (selfies) | £6 per person

Experience Two: Georgian Glow Up
The Georgian Glow Up will offer a full costume hire service. Visitors can pre-book costumes for collection and enjoy an overnight hire, allowing them to experience Bath’s streets, architecture and atmosphere while dressed in authentic period clothing. | £120 per person including a complete costume with accessories, entry to the historic house museum, and a session in The Portrait Parlour

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Courting Colour invites viewers to slow down, look deeply, and allow colour to do its transformative work. It celebrates colour as a living, expressive force, one that continues to inspire, challenge, and delight. Through vibrant contrasts, muted harmonies, or unexpected juxtapositions, Louisa Burnett-Hall, Gina Parr and Robin Sewell, invite us into a different emotional register, revealing a unique chromatic world shaped by personal inspiration – whether drawn from nature, memory,
emotion or pure abstraction.

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Sandra Higgins Art Gallery, Shires Yard, Unit 12&13, 41 Milsom Street

Artwork: Exuberant Apogee, Robin Sewell; A Great Escape, Gina
Parr; Capricorn, Louisa Burnett-Hall

Shop small to support a local Hospice, and celebrate the most wonderful time of year.

Festive gifts and treats

The team at Dorothy House are excited to invite you back to the Hospice in Winsley for another fantastic Christmas Fair. They’ll have a variety of traditional festive stalls to browse and shop from, including festive crafts, clothes pop ups, as well as festive treats and refreshments. More details about the Fair to be shared soon. Keep your eyes peeled!

Raising vital funds for end of life care in our local community

As your local hospice, Dorothy House work to ensure that everyone with a life-limiting illness across Bath and Northeast Somerset, and parts of Wiltshire and Somerset has access to personalised end of life care. To do this, they must raise over £19 million each year. Without your generous donations and support,
their care and services would not be possible.

9am -1pm | Dorothy House Hospice, Winsley, Bradford-on-Avon, BA15 2LE

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Join Jigsaw Bath for a festive Christmas styling event with Natasha Musson, also known as The Secret Stylist.

Natasha will be sharing her expert tips on seasonal style and perfect gifting, helping you discover timeless looks and thoughtful presents for everyone on your list.

Enjoy mulled wine and mini mince pies as you shop the new collection and soak up the festive atmosphere.

To make the day even more special, receive an exclusive piece of Jigsaw jewellery as a gift, with purchases over £200/£250 - the perfect finishing touch to your Christmas shopping.

11am - 5pm | 14 Old Bond St, BA1 1BP

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Join Maud Fierobe, founder of Champagne + Fromage and Comptoir + Cuisine, for a unique tasting experience. With her expert knowledge and passion for grower Champagne and artisan cheese, Maud will guide you through a curated selection of cuvées, sharing insights into production methods, flavour profiles, and will pair each glass with the perfect cheese!

6.30pm | £35 per person; 3 types of Champagne and 3 cheeses

comptoirpluscuisine.com | 5 George Street, BA1 2EJ

A wonderful evening full of delicious food and music with a welcome glass on arrival.

Visit the Iford Manor website to view the festive menu. A list of accompanying wines by the glass or bottle will be available on the night.

£78 per person | 6.45pm 10.15pm | Iford Manor Kitchen
Iford Manor, Iford, England, BA15 2BA

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Enjoy a yuletide twist on this year-round favourite, The Gainsborough's festive afternoon tea combines a taste of Christmas with their delicious afternoon tea classics. Enjoy an assortment of finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and preserves, a selection of warm savoury treats, and an array of Christmas inspired cakes served with a choice of artisan teas and the option of a glass of fine Champagne or perhaps a seasonal cocktail.

£40 per person or £70 for two | 01225 35 8888 | thegainsboroughbathspa.co.uk

Beau St, BA1 1QY

Joe Wicks is on a mission to make us fitter,
healthier and happier in 2026.

Joe is bringing his energy and enthusiasm to the Forum on Friday 6 February, 7pm, as he introduces his latest book, Protein in 15, which features 80 quick, protein-packed unprocessed recipes for the whole family. Just what we need to
set us up for a healthy new year!

7pm | The Forum, 1a Forum Buildings, St James Parade, BA1 1UG | Get your tickets here

And if you’re a Discovery Card holder check your latest newsletter in your inbox, as it contains an exclusive festive discount ticket offer!

Joe’s Bath Festivals event will be part of the ReBalance Bath Festival of Wellbeing 2026, 28 January to 16 February which celebrates the city as a place of physical and mental wellbeing. For the full programme of events visit welcometobath.co.uk

As Black Friday approaches, a time typically associated with flash discounts and hurried consumption, Canned Wine Group is choosing to channel the moment differently. Guided by a commitment to fairness, sustainability and considered enjoyment, it is transforming Black Friday into an opportunity to give back.

That’s why this year, Canned Wine Group is expanding its partnership with The Drinks Trust. From Black Friday through to the end of Cyber Monday (1 December) , 25% of all revenue generated across its e-commerce sites (cannedwine.co and coppercrew.com) will be donated directly to The Drinks Trust.

The charity provides crucial financial assistance, mental health support, training and wellbeing services to people working in the drinks and hospitality industry, support that is especially vital during a challenging period for the sector. This partnership builds on Canned Wine Group’s support for The Drinks Trust, with 10p from every can of Gamay and Verdejo bought at Ocado also donated to the charity until 31 December 2025.

Explore the Canned Wine Group website or read our interview with its founders, Ben Franks and Simon Rollings, online

The Gallagher PREM returns this weekend seeing the Blue, Black and White travel east to the StoneX to take on Saracens.

After a successful Quilter Nations Series campaign seeing 14 Bath players in international action, Johann van Graan has made his selection for the sold-out Round 6 affair on Sunday afternoon.

Beno Obano and Tom Dunn start in the front row, alongside Thomas du Toit who this week was named in World Rugby’s 2025 Dream Team.

Quinn Roux and Charlie Ewels lock in in the second row, with Ewels fresh from international duty.

In an all Bath Rugby Academy back row, Scotland’s Josh Bayliss, takes the blindside, with Miles Reid packing down at openside and Arthur Green completing the forwards at Number 8.

Ben Spencer and Finn Russell return from international duty to pull on the Blue, Black and White as Bath’s starting half-backs.

Will Butt and Chris Harris, who showed their experience throughout Bath’s recent block of Cup fixtures, pair up in the centre.

Across the back three, Henry Arundell, Joe Cokanasiga and Tom de Glanville combine to complete the starting XV.

Dan Frost, Francois van Wyk and Will Stuart will offer their power from the bench, seeing Ross Molony and Ted Hill also named for impact.

In a 5-3 split, Tom Carr-Smith, Max Ojomoh and Cameron Redpath complete the matchday-23.

The game kicks off at 3pm on Sunday 30 November at the StoneX stadium.

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Noad Roofing Limited is a family-owned business based in Bath, proudly serving the community since the 1920s. With four generations of experience, they are known for our quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer service.

They offer a consultative approach, providing free pre-installation inspections to ensure your needs are met. Services include roof repairs, complete replacements, leadwork, roofing carpentry, and personalised projects tailored to each homeowner.

Fully insured, they use only the best materials, guaranteeing both the materials and our workmanship. they are committed to giving back to the community that supports them.

Tel: 01225 941 949; 07885 278910 Email:roofing@noadroofing.co.uk;
Web: noadroofing.co.uk

Noad Roofing Limited, Bolwell Buildings, 1 Claverton Street, Widcombe, Bath BA2 4LE

Visit our Homes, Interiors & Gardens Autumn/Winter 2025 Guide online

4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 2 Receptions | Guide Price: £1,000,000

Offered for sale by Zest Sales & Lettings

Upon entering this contemporary home, you are welcomed by a spacious and bright entrance hallway, featuring glass balustrades, sleek ceramic tiled flooring, and access to the ground floor rooms. The impressive kitchen is flooded with natural light, thanks to a glazed atrium and bifold doors that open onto the sun terrace. Stylishly designed and exceptionally well-appointed, it includes a breakfast bar and ample space for dining and entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen is a large utility room and a superb family bathroom. There are three generous double bedrooms on this level, offering flexibility to suit a variety of living arrangements.

A short flight of shallow stairs leads down to the striking open-plan living and dining area, where wall-to-wall sliding doors frame the stunning views and open out onto a decked terrace. A feature spiral staircase rises to an additional reception room—ideal as a home office, or occasional fifth bedroom. From the living area, you can also access an elegant master suite complete with a dressing area and en-suite shower room.

The property is approached via electric gates, opening onto a private driveway. A carport and double garage provide ample parking. To the rear, extensive landscaped gardens surround the home, featuring a wrap-around sun terrace and a spacious garden cabin—perfect for entertaining family and friends. Framed by mature trees and shrubs, the garden enjoys outstanding views, offering both beauty and privacy.

To view more images, details and the floor plan, visit the Zest Sales & Lettings website