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A specially curated guide to the next 48 hours (or more) in Bath
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Experience the music of Taylor Swift, Bridgerton and Beyond as Vitamin String Quartet take the stage on 20 May
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Plus... an exclusive giveaway for The Bath Magazine:
Weekend Edition subscribers!
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The beloved pop-culture inspired instrumentalists Vitamin String Quartet (VSQ), whose music features in Netflix's Bridgerton as well as the spin off Queen Charlotte, will be performing at The Forum on 20 May in their first ever UK Tour.
From Lil Nas X to Björk, Studio Ghibli to gothic metal, VSQ approaches their renditions with respect and care, breathing new life into music you know and love. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enjoy the quartet's signature classical reinterpretations of pop hits against the Georgian backdrop of our city.
And if you're feeling lucky, email helladrella@fearofmusic.co.uk to enter a giveaway and be in with a chance of winning one of two pairs of tickets
to the show on 20 May.
7pm | The Forum, 1A Forum Buildings, BA1 1UG | vitaminstringquartet.com
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Recipes
Speedy Chicken Ramen
Lively, uplifting and packed with fresh, fresh flavour: ramen rocks!
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual now in
new shades at Mallory
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With its sleek aesthetic, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual graces the wrists of those who see the world as a realm of boundless opportunities. First developed in 1931, it was the brand's first self-winding waterproof chronometer wristwatch, and acts as a gateway to the world of Rolex. The Oyster Perpetual carries the brand's founding legacy and is considered today the quintessence of Rolex excellence.
The Oyster Perpetual is now available with new faces in an array of colours: a muted lavender, a warm sandy beige and a fresh pistachio green. The new looks celebrate the meeting of pastel shades, vibrant lacquering and a smooth, matt finish.
The Oyster Perpetual brings together three of Rolex's founding watchmaking accomplishments: the chronometric certification awarded to a wristwatch for the first time in 1910, the waterproofness of the Oyster watch unveiled in 1926, and the self-winding movement via Perpetual rotor patented in 1931.
The only Rolex model available in five different diameters - 28, 31, 34, 36 and 41 mm - the Oyster Perpetual adapts to the diversity of its wearers and features a wide range of dials.
A universal watch, and the ultimate everyday companion.
Click here to discover more at Mallory
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Seasalt Cornwall: Limited Edition Mind Charity Sailor Shirts
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Seasalt Cornwall is delighted to announce that it has surpassed the £1,000,000 mark in its fundraising efforts for mental health charity Mind and partners SAMH and Inspire.
100% of profits from their Limited Edition Sailor Shirts, made from organic cotton, go to Mind.
Men's Shirt | £35.95
Women's Shirt | £29.95
Seasalt Cornwall
5 New Bond St, BA1 1BE
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New: Men’s Grooming Essentials
from Jo Malone London
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Reformation x Jimmy Fairly is back.
Sustainable sunglasses for
seeing the sights.
Shop now at jimmyfairly.com
4 Burton St, BA1 1BN
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• THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT! •
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The Plant
The Plant commissions artist projects, photography, creative writing and reportage from around the world in a celebration of greenery, from the exotic and magnificent to the modest and everyday, and the creative enterprises they inspire. Its 23rd issue highlights the virtues of slowing down in a seemingly frenetic world, arguing that we have the ability inside us to expand our perception of time, to slow it down and even stop it – what it calls ‘a super power, the same one nature has.’ From the seasonal flora of Tibet and artist Gordon Matta-Clark's tree drawings to Denmark's seaweed-roofed houses, fruit bowls and after school playtime in Japan, you find plenty in these pages to
soak up your downtime.
£22
magalleria.co.uk
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The Bath festival season begins!
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The 2025 Bath Festival kicks off tonight with the fabulous Party in the City - Bath’s biggest free music event which spans 39 venues across the city.
It promises to be a spectacular night filled with live music, vibrant performances, and an electric atmosphere.
Bath Literature Festival starts tomorrow and celebrates its 30th birthday with an extra-special line-up that includes Ruth Jones, Jeremy Vine, David Baddiel, Jojo Moyes, Reeta Chakrabarti, Sayeeda Warsi, Joanne Harris, Robert Macfarlane, and friends of The Bath Magazine, Rev Richard Coles, Susie Dent and Martin Clunes!
Bath Music Festival also begins tomorrow and includes a stellar programme of internationally renowned artists, with classical artists such as The Marian Consort, Marmen Quartet, cellist Guy Johnston, guitarist Sean Shibe, tenor Ben Johnson, pianist Jeneba Kanneh-Mason, Ensemble Moliere, Fibonacci String Quartet, violinist Elena Urioste, flautist Adam Walker, clarinettist Yann Ghiro, pianist Tom Poster and The Chamber Orchestra of the West.
For all the details and to book tickets check out the bathfestivals.org.uk website
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The Newbridge Arts Trail
17-18 May
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The much-loved Newbridge Arts Trail returns for its fifteenth year to celebrate the local artisan community with a weekend of art and creativity.
25 artists will exhibit their work in 10 public venues and homes
across Newbridge from 17 - 18 May.
Come along free of charge to enjoy a wide range of art styles, from painting and ceramics to printmaking and jewellery.
17 - 18 May | 10:30am - 5pm | Newbridge, BA1
For more information, visit newbridgeartstrail.org
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Delve into 'The World of Jane Austen' at upcoming
BRLSI events
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Join the Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution to commemorate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth with a series of engaging events taking place throughout the month.
Evening Talks | 7:30pm | Tickets £4 - £8
Learn more about Jane, her novels and the world she lived in from experts on the topic with this selection of evening talks that can be attended online or in person.
All- Day Symposium | Saturday 24 May | 10.30am - 4.30pm | Tickets £12 - £24
A full day of talks and discussion taking place on Saturday 24 May with various speakers that can be attended online or in person.
For a full list of BRLSI's 'The World of Jane Austen' events, visit brlsi.org
16 Queen Square, BA1 2HN
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Modern ArtBuyer Spring Pop-Up
17 – 18 May
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Bath-based
gallery and consultancy Modern ArtBuyer's Spring Open House pop-up will take
place in Limpley Stoke from 17- 18 May.
As always, the Open House
pop-up will showcase a contemporary collection of new original paintings and
affordable limited edition prints by artists from the Bath area and further
afield.
They will be showing some
new artists this time around as well as a small selection of ceramics to keep
the pop-up fresh and engaging. Throughout the weekend, the team will be on hand
to offer advice and guide your choices around artwork selection, as well as
framing and hanging.
Pop in and enjoy a coffee or a glass of bubbles while browsing the
show!
Sylvan Lodge, 1 Cliffe Drive, Limpley Stoke, BA2 7FY
Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 May, 10am – 4.30pm
modernartbuyer.com
Image shown is 'After Winter’ by Elaine Jones
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Get creative at Hidden's upcoming workshops
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Enjoy a range of creative workshops throughout May in a beautiful light-filled Georgian room behind the Hidden store.
Scrunchie Lab, Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 May 11am - 5pm
To celebrate the new season of Merchant & Mills fabric in the Hidden store, they're hosting another scrunchie lab! Choose your fabric and the lovely Emma will make up your hair accessory there & then. £13.50 for your choice of M&M fabric to be made into a scrunchie, £10 to take your own fabric instead. Drop in during store hours -
no booking required.
Pause & Create, Thursday 22 May 7-9pm
Join the Hidden team for a grounding, joy-filled experience where you’ll reconnect with your creative self without pressure or performance. You’ll leave feeling inspired and holding something personal you made with your own hands. Led by Ayleen Bown (creativity mentor and mindset guide) and Lorna Bode (ceramicist & art educator) this 2-hour workshop blends light reflection, intention journaling, and meditative clay-making.
For more information and to book your place, visit hiddenstoreworkshops.co.uk
hiddenstore.co.uk | Hidden Store, 2 Pierrepont Place BA1 1JX
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Learn about Escorted Travel at
Miles Morgan Travel's Titan Travel Event, 22 May
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From the moment you book an escorted holiday with Titan Travel, they’ll be with you every step of the way. They offer over 170 exceptional itineraries across seven continents.
Reserve your space by emailing bath@milesmorgantravel.co.uk or call 01225 486 800
Thursday 22 May | 2.30pm | Miles Morgan Travel | 8-9 New Bond Street Place, BA11BH
For more information, visit milesmorgantravelevents.co.uk
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Chris Hadfield: A Journey into the Cosmos, 14 June
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Join Colonel Chris Hadfield – acclaimed astronaut, test pilot, spacewalker, spaceship commander, and best-selling author – for a captivating journey into the majesty of our planet and the vast universe beyond.
In this visually stunning event, Chris will present never-before-seen space imagery of Earth, the Moon, Mars, and more, in an awe-inspiring exploration of discovery. He will also share gripping personal stories, insights into cutting-edge space technologies, and his unique perspective on where we are in human history, along with
answering audience questions.
Saturday 14 June | 7:30pm - 9:20pm | The Forum, 1A Forum Buildings, BA1 1UG
fane.co.uk/chris-hadfield
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Nick Wallis to publish second Post Office scandal book with Bath-based publishing house
Journalist Nick Wallis has announced a second book on the Post Office scandal, due to be published this summer.
The Great Post Office Cover-Up updates the story using the fresh evidence unearthed by the Inquiry from within the Post Office, Fujitsu and government, bolstered with Nick's own interviews and investigations.
As with the first publication, 5% of proceeds from the book will be donated to the Horizon Scandal Fund.
Pre-order of a copy of The Great Post Office Cover-Up here
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Bath Rugby's Tom Dunn set to secure club record as team face Leicester Tigers this weekend
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Johann van Graan has named his matchday 23 as Bath Rugby welcome Leicester Tigers to The Rec for their last home Gallagher Premiership match of the regular season.
Van Graan’s side go into Saturday’s fixture (kick-off 5.30pm) having already secured a home play-off along with a place in next Friday’s EPCR Challenge Cup final at
Cardiff’s Principality Stadium.
Tom Dunn will set a new club record for the most Premiership appearances in a Bath jersey when he lines up against Tigers, surpassing David Barnes’ total of 183.
Props Beno Obano and Thomas du Toit will join hooker Dunn in
the front row for the home side.
Bath Rugby Starting XV: 1 Beno Obano, 2 Tom Dunn, 3 Thomas du Toit, 4 Quinn Roux, 5 Charlie Ewels, 6 Ted Hill, 7 Sam Underhill, 8 Alfie Barbeary, 9 Ben Spencer ©, 10 Finn Russell, 11 Will Muir, 12 Will Butt, 13 Cameron Redpath, 14 Joe Cokanasiga, 15 Ciaran Donoghue
Replacements: 16 Niall Annett, 17 Francois van Wyk, 18 Will Stuart, 19 Ross Molony, 20 Guy Pepper, 21 Tom Carr-Smith, 22 Max Ojomoh, 23 Arthur Green
Follow the match live on X (written commentary),
BBC Radio Bristol & Somerset and TNT Sports.
bathrugby.com
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A charming 3 bedroom listed Georgian crescent townhouse set in a wonderful, elevated location
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Offered for sale by Cobb Farr Estate Agents
3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 2 Receptions | Guide Price: £800,000
Number 2 Bloomfield Crescent is Grade II* listed and one of 8 houses in this attractive, hidden away Georgian Crescent, which benefits from stunning views across the city and proximity to the village area of Bear Flat.
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The accommodation is set over 4 floors with well proportioned light and airy rooms and is presented in excellent order throughout. It has the benefit of the main bathroom and separate shower room together with a good-sized kitchen/dining room at lower ground floor level with useful damp proofed vaults providing utility space. Additional upgrades include a recently replaced roof, new boiler, central heating system and fibre optic broadband.
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The property has the benefit of a private terrace with stunning views to the rear with further communal gardens, a separate divorced award winning private garden space within a short walking distance and also has the benefit of a dedicated parking space adjacent to the property.
This is a particularly attractive property, and a viewing is strongly recommended by the sole agents Cobb Farr.
For more information and to view the floor plan, visit cobbfarr.com
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