A specially curated guide to the next 48 hours (or more) in Bath
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ReBalance Bath: Festival of Wellbeing
In the cold, gloomy days of January and February comes ReBalance Bath, hosted by Bath BID, a three-week celebration of feel-good activities, mindfulness and motivation.
The events – featuring practitioners, spas, hotels, restaurants, organisations, and different businesses in Bath’s city centre – will invite the general public to (re)discover the city through the prism of wellbeing and to celebrate the city’s connections to its thermal spa waters.
Events are now live to book on Bath BID’s Welcome to Bath website and include a wide range of free activities, workshops and taster sessions, including child-friendly events for families during the half-term period.
25 January–18 February Click here for more information or visit ReBalance Bath's Instagram: @rebalance_bath
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OUR JANUARY ISSUE IS OUT!
You'll love our fabulous January 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.
Features include television presenter and author Simon Reeve telling us about his latest BBC series Wilderness with Simon Reeve; the historical highlights of the Hop Pole Inn as its supporters make the final charge to save the beloved community pub; and get fitter and healthier with our health and wellbeing experts, from massage and personal training to osteopathy and yoga. Start your new year off the right way and we hope you’ll enjoy the read!
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 [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 | WARM YOURSELF
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Words by Melissa Blease
Burns' Night Shepherd's Pie
Burns' Night falls on 25 January – it's time to raise a wee dram to Rabbie! But while unscrewing a bottle of Scotland's finest is an easy route to the tartan-clad festivities, haggis, neeps and tatties can feel a bit like a stretch too far for a Sassenach. So... Burns' Night Shepherd's Pie, then?
Ingredients (serves 4)
1 onion, peeled and chopped 1 carrot, peeled and chopped 1 celery stick, chopped 1 x 454g haggis (vegetarian and vegan versions are readily available) 400g can of chopped tomatoes 125ml red wine ½ swede (the neeps!), peeled and chopped into chunks 2 large floury potatoes (the tatties!), peeled and chopped into chunks 2 tbsp whole milk 1-2 tbsp butter (plus a little extra for the topping) 100g cheddar (preferably Scottish!), grated
Method
1. Heat a drizzle of vegetable oil in a large, deep frying pan over a medium-high heat and sauté the onion, carrot and celery for around 10 minutes or until softened.
2. Meanwhile, remove all the packaging from the haggis, cut it into chunks, put it into a microwave-safe bowl and cook in the microwave for half the time stated on the microwave cooking instructions on the packet.
3. Add the warm haggis pieces to the vegetables in the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add the chopped tomatoes and red wine, bring up to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes or until the sauce has thickened nicely.
4. While the haggis/vegetable mixture is simmering, put the swede into a large pan of cold salted water, bring to the boil and simmer for 10 minutes before adding the potatoes and continuing to simmer until both the swede and the potatoes are soft enough to mash. Drain well and return to the hot pan for a few minutes to steam dry. Add the milk, butter, plenty of salt and white pepper and beat/mash until smooth.
5. Preheat the oven to 180°C/gas mark 5. Tip the haggis sauce into a suitably-sized oven-proof dish, top with the mash, brush all over with melted butter and sprinkle with the grated cheddar. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden on top and bubbling around the edges. Serve with steamed green vegetables (peas and/or savoy cabbage work well here).
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WEEKEND WINE | VENI, VIDI, VINO
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Sicilian Wines
Where tradition meets innovation. Italy's 'boot' enjoys geographical and climatic diversity. Let us escape the gloomy, January days and dream of a hot summer in Italy drinking Sicilian wine. Its mountainous terrain with lean soil, intense summer heat and scarce rainfall make it ideal for viticulture.
Chardonnay - Planeta
Golden yellow with greenish hue. On the nose this wonderful wine comes is layered and delicious, with citrus fruit flavours, chestnut, honey and a spicy complexity. | £35.50
Pedraia Nuragus - Santadi
Brilliant straw yellow tending to golden in the glass. On the nose it has an intense scent of yellow fruit together with buttery notes. Round and delicate, it is beautifully textured in the mouth. | £14.95
Etna Bianco - Planeta
Aromas of white peach, yellow plum, herbal notes. The small percentage of wine fermented in wood softens the refreshing acidity typical of the Carricante and add complexity to the mineral character of this volcanic wine. | £27.50
Cometa Fiano - Planeta
Intense and full of character, with integrated aromatic notes of citrus and tropical fruit, white peach, pink grapefruit and wisteria. | £36
Bianco - Serra Ferdinandea
Sunny yellow with green highlights: bouquet of acacia, camomile, honey and nuts. The wood is well proportioned but not hidden and increases complexity. | £29.50
To explore more, visit greatwine.co.uk
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NEW SERIES | WALKS ON THE WILD SIDE
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Don’t miss out on television presenter and author Simon Reeve’s latest BBC series, Wilderness with Simon Reeve, which starts this Sunday 21 January.
In the series Simon Reeve visits four areas of the world where nature is largely still in charge. The four fascinating films cover contrasting eco-systems in different parts of the world: The Republic of Congo and the Democratic Republic of Congo; the Coral Triangle in the Western Pacific; the Kalahari Desert; and Patagonia.
From hanging out with the Bajau (sometimes referred to as sea gypsies) in the Coral Triangle, to meeting a Guacho who spends the year living in a rustic hut on the edge of the South Patagonian ice field in the Andes Mountains, Reeve explores how these communities survive while living within nature.
Read our article as Simon Horsford gets the low-down on this latest series. You can read this by clicking here.
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Looking for more delicious foodie inspo?
Click through to browse our full Delicious Guide!
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SKIN CARE | SMOOTH, RADIANT SKIN
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Fresh Lotus AHA Gentle Resurfacing Serum available at Space NK | £60
The Fresh Lotus AHA Serum cream will give you smoother, radiant skin in just 10 days.
Designed to work while you sleep, the new Lotus AHA Gentle Resurfacing Serum delivers multi-level exfoliation to even skin tones and texture and minimise dark spots.
The duo of AHAs promotes skin cell turnover, supporting skin in its night-time renewal mode. Glycolic acid penetrates skin at a deep level, breaking down and detaching dead skin cells, while citric acid works on the outermost layer, boosting skin radiance. The addition of prickly pear flower extract helps to buff and brighten skin, enhancing the overall exfoliation process.
Click here to purchase.
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PETS | KEEP YOUR POOCH WARM
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Wadswick Ruff & Tumble Dog Drying Coat | £48.95 – £57.95
No more wet/muddy shake off, no more back breaking drying of soggy dogs and no more old towels!
Slip a Ruff and Tumble Drying Coat over your wet dog, fasten around the belly and neck with easy-to-use Velcro, and the job is done.
The drying robe dries a dog quicker than you can and does all the work for you. Two layers of absorbent towelling wick away wet from your dog, and the soft cotton is comfortable and cosy for them to wear. No shivering in the back of the car, no wet dog smells, and no endless rubbing down.
Click here for more information and to purchase.
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Wadswick Barbour Ladies Penshaw Beanie Hat Dusty Rose | £29.95
The Barbour Saltburn Beanie is a chunky-knit style featuring a ribbed structure and a turnback hem.
The perfect accessory for adding femininity into weekend looks, the women’s Barbour Penshaw beanie comes in a stylish cable knit with a ribbed turnup hem and a faux-fur pom. Finished with a branded tab to the front, it’s an essential style to match with dresses, outerwear and sweatshirts.
Hurry! Only 5 left in stock in this colour.
Click here to purchase.
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OBJECTS OF DESIRE | GLASS MASTERS
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Lalique’s '100 Points' Glassware
“Beautiful yet functional” is how internationally acclaimed wine critic James Suckling describes Lalique’s 100 Points collection.
With a name referring to the wine scoring system, 100 Points is a hand-made collection that embraces a modern design and precise utility while exemplifying the established style of Lalique: crystal fashioned by the best glass-masters.
The glassware collection features a U-shaped bowl on the tumblers, a distinctive frosted-rib stem on the coupes and all items have a characteristic contrast of clear and satin opaque aesthetic.
Shown above is the Lalique 100 Points, large crystal tumbler (£99) and the clear crystal decanter (£1,190).
With beautiful champagne coupes, wine glasses and a selection of smaller tumblers - see the 100 Points collection and many more Lalique objets d’art at Mallory.
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EXERCISE | HOLISTIC PERSONAL TRAINING
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White Line Coaching
White Line Coaching provides high-level holistic personal training and small group training.
Based at the picturesque countryside location of Well Bath Yoga and Wellbeing Centre, the high-level personal-training team can help you transform your health and physical fitness.
Headed up by former international sprinter and Bath native, Dan Cossins White, White Line Coaching is a fusion of his experience in top-class sport and his own personal journey in holistic health and wellness. Make 2024 the year you prioritise your body, and let White Line Coaching help you do it.
For more information click here Or get in touch at: 07508 722345 or email: info@whitelinecoaching.com
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YOGA | MIND, BODY AND SOUL
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Well Bath, Yoga and Wellness studio
Well Bath, Yoga and Wellness studio have various weekly classes, accommodating beginners to more advanced students.
They also offer a variety of holistic therapies, ranging from subtle to deeply transformational. Monthly workshops are hosted by expert practitioners, offering unique experiences for your mind, body and soul. The highly qualified team can support you on your journey to a pain-free, healthy life, helping to maintain your wellbeing day by day.
Well Bath is situated in the stunning location of Charlcombe, just above Larkhall. With a wonderful view over the Bath countryside, this is an oasis where you can find some space and stillness for yourself.
For more information click here. To get in touch, contact Joe on: 07986 380 327 or email him at: joe@wellbath.co.uk
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WORKSHOP | ENHANCE YOUR WELLBEING
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Better Sleep workshop with Harriet Pilkington and Holly Stephenson
As part of the ReBalance Festival in Bath, health coaches Holly Stephenson and Harriet Pilkington will host a workshop at Rengen House about the importance of good quality sleep.
The workshop aims to enhance your overall health and wellbeing and allows you to learn in a fun and informal session about natural and achievable strategies to help you sleep better.
There will also be an opportunity to discuss your specific sleep challenges and hopefully to discover possible solutions.
31 January | 5.30pm–7pm 4 Argyle St, Bathwick, Bath BA2 4BA Click here to book.
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MAGAZINE KIOSK | MAGALLERIA
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Curated by Daniel McCabe
Catnip is a new US-based 216 page magazine for feline fanatics that goes to ‘the kittiest corners of the world to scratch the surface of cat culture and uncover the many reasons why cats enchant us.’ There’s a lot of cat kitsch for sure, but the magazine takes on a very broad spectrum of stuff, with an interview with a cat behaviourist, the feral cats of Japan, pre-meme internet cats, the art of catnaps, robot cats, hairballs, famous cat ladies and much more, not the least of which is a pull-out ‘mewsletter’ by cats, for cats. | £22
magalleria.co.uk
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CHARITY | BIG BATH SLEEP-OUT
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Take a stand against homelessness at the Big Bath Sleep-Out
Event organiser Julian House is asking members of the public to spend one cold night in Alice Park on Friday 1 March from 8pm for the 15th Big Bath Sleep-Out.
The purpose of the event is to highlight the stark reality of being homeless and sleeping on the streets. By taking part in this eye-opening challenge, you will be raising funds so that Julian House can help to rebuild and save lives.
Last year Julian House provided life-changing support to over 2,000 vulnerable individuals who were experiencing or at risk of homelessness across Bath, Bristol, and the Southwest.
It may not be your most comfortable night’s sleep, but it will be one of your most worthwhile ones.
Go to the Big Bath Sleep-Out and sign up to get involved.
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OPERA | AWARD-WINNING PRODUCTION
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The Forum presents Madama Butterfly
Senbla presents Opera International’s award-winning Ellen Kent production featuring the Ukrainian Opera and Ballet Theatre Kyiv with international soloists, a highly-praised chorus and full orchestra.
One of the world’s most popular operas, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results.
21 February | Starts at 7.30pm | Tickets from £20 The Forum, 1A Forum Buildings, Bath BA1 1UG Click here for tickets
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Discover new original art at the Bath Art Fair
Bringing together over 90 of the most innovative and exciting professional independent artists from Scotland to Cornwall, including many from the south west, the Bath Art Fair is the place for customers to discover new original art.
Enjoy meeting the artists and find an emotional connection with their work that galleries just can’t offer. Created by Somerset artist Alce Harfield, the fair is now in its seventh year.
Alce is once again donating an original Glastonbury Festival painting for the charity raffle, with proceeds going to the charity Bath Welcomes Refugees. Opening times: Saturday 10am–6pm, Sunday 10am–5pm. Tickets £6 online, £7 on the door, £3.50 concessions and under 18's go free.
23–25 February Bath Pavilion, North Parade Road, Bath BA2 4EU Click here for more information
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RUGBY | GET IN ON THE ACTION
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Bath Rugby vs Toulouse
Join the Bath Rugby team this Sunday 21 January, once they have travelled across the Channel to France to face top 14 giants Stade Toulouse for the last knockout round of 16 of the Investec Champions Cup.
The game will kick off at 3.15pm and can be watched on TNT Sports. Cheer on the team and don't miss out on the excitement of the big game!
bathrugby.com
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Bath Philharmonia and Lara Melda |
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Fill your hearts with music at a concert exploring the many facets of love and joy, featuring award-winning pianist Lara Melda.
Join Lara Melda as she performs Chopin’s elegant Second Piano Concerto, expressing his unrequited love for Polish soprano Konstancja Gładkowska.
14 February | 7.30pm Bath Forum, 1A Forum Buildings, Bath BA1 1UG Click here to purchase tickets
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THE GUEST EDIT | THE LUXURY GUIDE TO BATH
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Postcard from Bath - Edition Number 6
Produced by the team at The Bath Magazine - the 6th edition of Postcard from Bath, our beautifully presented visitor guide to the city, is officially out!
This luxury guide book is designed to elevate the visitor experience and can be found in over 1700 hotel rooms, Airbnbs, and other visitor accommodation across the city.
Postcard contains the very best of shopping, dining, and things to do and see in Bath, alongside editorial pieces on the city's fascinating history, architecture, culture, people and so much more.
To see the digital edition or to buy a real copy for yourself as a keepsake or souvenir, head over to: postcardmagazine.co.uk.
Enjoy the read!
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PROPERTY | A ROYAL CRESCENT APARTMENT
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Royal Crescent, Bath, BA1
Offered for sale by Hamptons estate agents in Bath.
This superb garden apartment is situated in the centre of the world famous Grade I listed Royal Crescent. The accommodation includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
A major feature is the traditional walled garden with two distinctive areas, a wonderful addition to this city centre home.
The Royal Crescent, Bath, is one of the world’s iconic buildings. Built between 1767 and 1775 and designed by John Wood the Younger, it remains to this day one of the greatest pieces of Georgian architecture in the UK and one of Bath’s most desirable addresses. Houses 13 and 14 have been joined together and comprise of fifteen self-contained apartments with a long lease and share of the freehold.
The Royal Crescent Garden Apartment is located on the garden level at the rear of the house. It was tastefully converted and has been continually updated by the owners over four decades of ownership. As well as the original footprint of the Georgian house, a mews like extension was created to add a second bedroom suite with double doors from the bedroom opening into the garden. It also includes a perfect study for those working from home or dressing room if required, plus a private shower room.
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The second double bedroom and smart bathroom with a spacious walk-in shower, are accessed from the central hallway, which directly leads out to the garden. Within the apartment a bespoke kitchen has been designed to fit integrated appliances as well as room for a breakfast table. The drawing room has a central Georgian-style decorative marble fireplace. Two tall sash windows give direct views out onto the garden and all the wooden window and door shutters have been restored and are in working order.
The garden is a good size and designed on two levels; the lower courtyard garden is a delightful walled garden designed with low maintenance in mind and accessed from the main hallway as well as the principal bedroom while the upper garden has been planted with some beautiful flowering trees offering shade and privacy.
Each individual home has the right to access to the private lawns to the front of the Royal Crescent. | Price OIEO £1,000,000
For more image, details and the floorpan click here to view the property on the Hamptons’ website.
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