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A specially curated guide to the next 48 hours (or more) in Bath
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PARALYMPICS | SPORTING HOPES
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| Paralympians who train at the University of Bath are heading to Paris |
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Seven athletes from four sports – Dan Bethell (para-badminton), Suzanna Hext (para-swimming), Michael Taylor (para-triathlon), and Gemma Collis, Dimitri Coutya, Piers Gilliver and Oliver Lam-Watson (wheelchair fencing) – have been selected to represent Britain when the Games take place from Wednesday 28 August – Sunday 8 September.
Defending Category A epee champion Gilliver, Coutya and Lam-Watson brought nine medals home from Tokyo between them – one gold, three silver and five bronze – and, along with four-time Paralympian Gemma Collis, will be keen to add to their tally when they compete in the stunning Grand Palais from 3–7 September.
Michael Taylor, a lower-leg amputee who will compete in the PTS4 race on 1 September says, “The course itself is incredible, right through the centre of Paris. I think the River Seine swim will hopefully really play to my strengths. It’s a nice, flat course and the weather should be relatively cool.”
Bathonian Dan Bethell – who does his regional training at the Sports Training Village – made history in Tokyo when he won Britain’s first-ever medal in the sport, a SL3 men’s singles silver.
He has high ambitions for Paris, saying: “My hope is to win the gold medal, that's what I set out to do in this sport from the very beginning. The para-badminton medals will be decided on Monday 2 September. Read our interview with Dan here.
Above: Suzanna Hext, Oliver Lam-Watson and Dan Bethell.
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You'll love our marvellous August magazine which features a collection of great reading by our team of wonderful writers as well as beautifully presented advertising by Bath's best businesses.
This month we spoke to comedian Nish Kumar about the business of making people laugh – which he says he has been practising all his life. Another interview is with a figure who has also made us laugh many times, Jane Horrocks (Bubble in Ab Fab), but everything has got more serious as she takes the lead in Pinter's The Birthday Party at Theatre Royal Bath. We also talked to Bath FC manager Jerry Gill on how he qualifies success and his hopes for the approaching football season. There's also fashion, shopping, food, culture, city personalities, interiors and so much more!
Every month we deliver 15,000 copies door to door, but if you don't get a copy at home then you can pick up a copy at many places around town and from our floor stands at: Waitrose, Sainsbury's [Green Park], M&S Foods in Twerton, Tesco in Weston Village, and at The Holburne Museum.
Click here to enjoy the digital version of our current issue!
And if you would like to have a copy sent in the post every month, then we offer a postal subscription for just £33 for 12 issues, £18 for six issues or buy a copy for just £4.25. UK mainland prices. For Euro and World zone subscription prices – click here to subscribe on our website.
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WEEKEND RECIPES | SLIDING INTO THE BANK HOLIDAY
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Words by Melissa Blease
Bank Holiday Tear'n'share Sliders
If a downpour puts a dampener on your plans for the last garden get-together of the season, hang fire on attempting to fire up the barbecue and opt for this easy-going burger traybake instead, guaranteed to put a smile on everybody's faces whatever the weather.
If you can find small bread rolls that have been baked together and still remain attached to each other, they really put the 'tear' element into the tear'n'share party. But if you can't get your hands on them, use individual small bread rolls and pack them into the roasting tin as snuggly as you can.
To make a vegetarian version, substitute the beef meatballs with a plant-based alternative, readily available in both the fridge and freezer sections of all big supermarkets.
Ingredients (makes 12 sliders)
12 beef meatballs
12 small bread rolls (see note above)
Around 100ml tomato pasta sauce
Caramelised onion chutney
150g mozzarella, grated
50g butter, melted
1 tsp dried oregano
40g Parmesan, finely-grated
Method
Pre-heat the oven to 180°C/gas mark 4 and line a roasting tin with foil or greaseproof paper. Heat a little vegetable oil in a large, non-stick frying pan and fry the meatballs for around 8-10 minutes or until nicely caramelised on the outside and thoroughly cooked through.
Meanwhile, carefully split the whole batch of rolls horizontally and lay the bottom base of the rolls in the lined tin. Generously spread each base with the tomato sauce and a little dollop of caramelised onion chutney, then top each one with a sautéed meatball. Sprinkle the meatballs with the mozzarella then cover with the tops of the rolls, pressing down gently as you go.
Brush the top of each roll with the melted butter, then sprinkle with the oregano and Parmesan. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, removing the foil for the final 5 minutes to allow the tops to turn golden.
Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a sharing platter, for tearing'n'sharing.
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WEEKEND WINES | FEELING BORDEAUX
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Bottles from Bordeaux at The Great Wine Co.
According to Bordeaux Magazine, the French region's wine harvest often starts at the end of August. The Great Wine Co. has a fine selection of bottles that showcases France's largest wine-producing region, and one that is home to a huge array of wine styles. From the sun-drenched terraces of medieval St-Emilion to the glacial gravel of the Médoc, Bordeaux is responsible for producing some of the world's most sought-after wines; not only the reds but white and dessert wines, too.
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| Bordeaux Rouge, La Réserve Lucien Lurton Collection | £13.30 |
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Deep purple in colour with an expressive nose. Medium-bodied, rounded tannins, packed with red fruits and a touch of spice on the palate. A complex wine with a long finish. The wine is matured in cement and stainless steel temperature-controlled vats for 45 days. It's made at relatively cool temperatures in order to retain as much pure fruit as possible.
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Péssac-Léognan Blanc, Château Lamothe-Bouscaut | £22
A beautifully sumptuous, refined white Bordeaux. Wonderfully complex mix of toasty oak with gorgeous, honeyed, rich-textured palate, beautifully balanced with fresh acidity. Situated in Cadaujac, 200 metres from Château Bouscaut, Château Lamothe-Bouscaut is an old wine estate owned by Sophie Lurton and Laurent Cogombles. Only one of Lamothe-Bouscaut's nine hectares is planted to white grape vines, of which around 70% are Sauvignon Blanc and 30% are Sémillon.
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| Entre-Deux-Mers 'Vieilles Vignes', Château Sainte Marie | £14.75 |
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This is full of character, while gentler than a Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. The first impression is of pink grapefruit and gooseberry, with just a suggestion of tomato plant. The smell is so appetising that it invites you to take a sip. Brisk and mouth-watering on the palate, balanced by some breadth and weight of texture. It finishes where it begins with a lovely persistence of pure, zesty citrus flavours. Great to drink now, or you can expect it to gain richness of texture over the next 2-3 years.
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Le Relais de Durfort-Vivens, Margaux, Château Durfort-Vivens | £44
Le Relais de Durfort Vivens is the château's wine designed to provide drinking enjoyment immediately, as well as having medium-term cellaring potential. It has a deep violet-purple colour, black and red fruit aromas, with mineral and woody notes. It is rich-textured, with velvety, supple tannin structure.
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DRINK & DINE | RECHARGE IN THE SUNSHINE
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| Terrace talk at Green Park Brasserie |
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Take the opportunity to enjoy the remaining warm days of summer at Green Park Brasserie. The Aperol Spritz Terrace is still open, and you can also watch the world go by with 2 for £15 cocktails 7 days a week on both the terraces at the old Green Park railway station.
And don't forget the brasserie's Sunday Roasts, which boast fantastic local cuts of meat including Topside Beef from Newton Farm (just 3 miles from the kitchen).
Green Park Brasserie is open 12 until late every day, and from 11am Friday and Saturday.
Green Park Brasserie, 6 Green Park Station, Bath BA1 1JB; 01225 338565
greenparkbrasserie.com
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CITY RESTAURANTS | DINING IN STYLE
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| Montagu's Mews at the Royal Crescent Hotel |
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Montagu’s Mews invites you to enjoy dishes that celebrate the best of local ingredients. With its glamorous bar and stylish yet relaxed restaurant, it’s a great place for creating special dining moments that become lasting memories. Head Chef Martin Blake and his team create seasonal dishes and tasting menus that offer a new take on classic favourites, and on sunny days, the outdoor terrace, with cantilever parasols and seasonal heaters, provides an idyllic setting for alfresco dining with delightful garden views.
The Royal Crescent Hotel, 16 Royal Crescent, Bath BA1 2LS
Tel: 01225 823333; royalcrescent.co.uk
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OBJECTS OF DESIRE | GRAPE EXPECTATIONS
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The Moonlight Grapes collection by Georg Jensen
Inspired by the grape-shaped ornaments that appeared on early Georg Jensen silver hollowware, the Moonlight Grapes collection has evolved from an Art Nouveau design into an abstract contemporary jewellery range that pays homage to the company's heritage. The eye-catching, timeless designs come in sterling silver as well as 18ct gold and range from dainty earrings, statement rings and bracelets to modern classic necklaces - utterly gorgeous, there's a piece for every day wear and for any occasion.
Shown above: Moonlight Grapes sterling silver ring, £370. Moonlight Grapes sterling silver three row bracelet £1,000.
To see these and a beautiful range of Georg Jensen jewellery click here to visit the Mallory website.
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NEW LAUNCH | PENHALIGON'S MISCHIEF
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The Dandy, Eau de Parfum
Penhaligon’s presents The Dandy, a woody celebration of whisky blended with mischief.
An eau de parfum paying homage to endless nights.
Let’s take it from the top. A perfectly aged whisky – straight from the oak barrel, a fine vintage for a dapper institution – with a twist: bergamot, of course, full of effervescent charm. Raspberry glitters next to patchouli (you fruity thing), refreshed by cedrat with a syrupy finish – just how we like it. And now for the bass line: ambrox, oak, cedarwood and smoke.
If these walls could talk. Now, will you take another glass?
100 ml Eau de Parfum | £175
Click here to buy the new Penhaligon's eau de parfum.
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VISIT & EXPERIENCE | FRAGRANCE WITH TEA AND TAPAS
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A Jo Loves (the new range by Jo Malone), Pomelo-themed afternoon tea and tapas scent experience at The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa.
To celebrate the launch of a new range of in-room products and partnership with Jo Loves (founded in 2011 by Jo Malone), The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa is delighted to be hosting a Pomelo-themed afternoon tea and tapas scent experience.
The event on Thursday 5 September, from 1pm-4pm will be hosted by a Jo Loves perfume expert, and will include afternoon tea and a Pomelo-themed cocktail too.
Inspired by Jo's memories of summer holidays; white sandy beaches, fresh linen sheets and sparkling iced water, the Pomelo fragrance is a mouth-watering grapefruit infused citrus, that is instantly energising and Jo 's signature and most loved scent.
Indulge in a one-off afternoon tea delight featuring freshly baked scones, and an array of sweet and savoury delights, all with a twist of Pomelo and including a goody bag of mini products from the range. There will also be an opportunity for some Jo Loves retail therapy during the afternoon!
Tickets £95 per person. Click here to book.
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Red Cotton Pleated Peplum Top
Red tone sleeveless top featuring a crew neckline, pin-tuck design, peplum hemline with a button fastening through the back. The length from side neck point to front hem measures 59cm/23in.
Mint Velvet | £89
Click here to buy now.
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CITY SHOPPING | FIND THE KEYS TO YOUR HEART
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The Piano Shop
The Piano Shop Bath is a charming, specialised store located in the heart of Bath. It offers a diverse selection of new and pre-owned pianos, catering to all levels from beginners to professional musicians. The shop provides expert advice, piano tuning, restoration, and repair services, ensuring each instrument meets high standards of playability and sound quality. The inviting atmosphere, knowledgeable staff, and a dedicated on-site workshop make it a haven for piano enthusiasts. Additionally, the shop is known for its creative projects, such as creating pianos for bands like Coldplay, and is situated within the creative quarter of the historic city of Bath.
1&2 Canton Place, London Road, Bath BA1 6AA
Tel: 01225 427961; Web thepianoshopbath.co.uk
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CITY SHOPPING | ECLECTIC HOMEWARES
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Tillius
Tillius is a family-owned business dedicated to curating eclectic homewares for those who appreciate the unusual in life. This one-of-a-kind shop, situated on the picturesque Pulteney Bridge, offers a unique shopping experience. Whether you’re searching for that perfect gift for a friend or a distinctive item to enhance your home, Tillius is the place where you’ll find something that will make your guests ask, “Where did you get that?!” Beyond homewares, Tillius embraces the unconventional with their intriguing room of curiosities. This special area showcases ethically sourced taxidermy and entomology. The shop also features a carefully selected range of clothing, catering to those who favour distinctive styles, as well as an exclusive jewellery range. Tillius invites you to explore its world of the extraordinary and discover the joys of finding truly unique treasures that reflect your taste for the unusual.
4–5 Pulteney Bridge, Bath BA2 4AX
Web: tillius.co.uk; Instagram: @tilliuslifestyle
Click here for more great Bath shops!
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CITY SHOPPING | COCK-A-HOOP FOR CHARLIE
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| Charlie the Cockatoo |
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Charlie is a quirky little guy, bubbling with a fun, loving personality, ready to make his way into the heart of any home. We think our friend here would look amazing showing off on a table or shelf, pretty feathers all on display.
Measures: 52cm H x 14cm W x 12cm D.
Tillius | £51.99
4–5 Pulteney Bridge,
Bath BA2 4AX
Web: tillius.co.uk;
Instagram: @tilliuslifestyle
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MAGAZINE KIOSK | MAGALLERIA
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Curated by Daniel McCabe
Werke is a UK-based, under-the-radar auto quarterly focused solely on BMW and the passionate culture that surrounds this brand. There’s only four releases out so far and all are flying out but the publisher, Will Beaumont, is aware the magazine will be a slow burner – anyone who comes across it will want to collect all available issues – and has bumped the print runs a bit higher that you might expect for the average indie. The latest issue looks at the BMW 2002 Turbo, BMW’s turbocharged racecars, the evolution of BMW alloys, the history of BMW’s now defunct research and technology department Technik GmbH and much more, including the standard first first drives and longterm test features. Get in! | £12.99
magalleria.co.uk
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New comedy drama about a queer, disabled woman of colour
We Might Regret This is a new BBC2 comedy series released this week. It stars Kyla Harris, Elena Saurel and Darren Boyd, and follows Freya, a 30-something Canadian artist and tetraplegic who has moved to London for 50-something straight-laced lawyer Abe. When Abe invites Freya to move into his house, he finds that, because of Freya’s disability, living together also includes personal assistants who are always there.
Viewers can tune into BBC Two or BBC iPlayer to watch the new series.
Watch the trailer here!
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THEATRE | A MODERN CLASSIC
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The History Boys by Alan Bennett, at Theatre Royal Bath, 22-31 August
Here is the 20th anniversary production of Alan Bennett’s brilliant modern classic, winner of 30 major awards, and voted The Nation’s Favourite Play in 2013.
A-Level results day. Cutler’s Grammar School. 1980s Sheffield. Eight unruly teenagers burst into adulthood with the best grades their school has ever seen, but their sights are set on something higher: to study at the most famous academic institutions in the world – Oxford and Cambridge. But their teachers can’t agree how best to tutor them. There’s Hector, the maverick English teacher who believes in culture for its own sake; Irwin - the shrewd supply teacher full of soundbites; Felix - the headmaster obsessed with league tables and Mrs Lintott - the History teacher who thinks her colleagues are all fools.
The History Boys follows this bright bunch of boys in pursuit of sex, sport and a place at university, lifting the lid on staffroom rivalries and the anarchy of adolescence.This timely revival, directed by Seán Linnen (Quiz, Chichester Festival Theatre, Queers, Old Vic), asks, what is the purpose of education? And who is it for?
Monday – Saturday 7.30pm, and matinees Thursday and Saturday 2.30pm. Tickets from £30.
Book tickets here.
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DINING IN STYLE | FAREWELL TO SUMMER
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Three-course dinner at the Bath & County Club
The Bath & County Club is an historic private members club situated in the heart of Bath, adjacent to Queen Square and minutes from the iconic Royal Crescent and Circus.
On 31 August the club is holding a Farewell to Summer dinner with three courses. Arrive at 6.15pm for 7pm.
The Bath & County Club
Queen’s Parade, Bath, BA1 2NJ
For more information and to book, tel 01225 423732 or email secretary@bathandcountyclub.com.
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PROPERTY | ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY
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West Woodlands, Frome
Offered for sale by Cobb Farr Estate Agents
West Woodlands is a delightful hamlet situated on the outskirts of Frome and close to Longleat and Stourhead Estates. Lavender Stable is one of three properties within this farm development and it is a converted barn with an extension having 3 bedrooms, the master having an ensuite shower room a further bathroom, separate laundry area and an open plan living/kitchen/dining area. The property has underfloor heating throughout.
The property has the benefit of a good size level garden to the rear and is accessed via fully glazed bifold doors, creating a beautiful inside out living. There is also a patio area together with a further area which lends itself to a home/office purpose built structure or a garden shed for storage together with a plant room.
Externally, the property is accessed by a five bar gate with ample parking to the front and with planted borders. Price: £550,000
For further images and details click here to view the property on the Cobb Farr website.
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