Team Bath athletes at the Paris Olympics (26 July - 11 August)

The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are finally here and 22 athletes who train, study or studied at the University of Bath are ready to represent their country on the biggest sporting stage of all.

They will compete across seven sports – artistic swimming, athletics, judo, modern pentathlon, rowing, rugby 7s and swimming – and represent six different countries – Great Britain, Angola, Kenya, Mexico, Nigeria and the United States.

Here are those competing: 

Artistic swimming: Kate Shortman.
Athletics: Alastair Chalmers*, Chari Hawkins* (USA).
Hockey: Tim Nurse* (travelling reserve).
Judo: Prisca Awiti-Alcaraz* (Mexico).
Modern pentathlon: Charlie Brown, Kerenza Bryson, Joe Choong, Kate French.
Rowing: Becky Wilde*.
Rugby 7s: Grace Crompton, Amy Wilson Hardy*.
Swimming: Freya Anderson, Kieran Bird, Leah Crisp, Tom Dean, Anna Hopkin*, Henrique Mascarenhas (Angola), Ridhwan Mohamed (Kenya), Ben Proud**, Tobi Sijuade (Nigeria), Jacob Whittle.

No asterisk: currently training or studying at the University of Bath; * University graduate; ** represent a University sports club

Crew Bath rower Becky Wilde is competing in the women’s double scull heat scheduled for 11am BST this Saturday (27 July). We spoke to Becky in our July magazine – read about it here.

For a full guide to the Bath-based athletes to cheer on and a schedule of when they are competing, visit teambath.com/Paris-2024.

OUR AUGUST ISSUE IS OUT NEXT WEEK! PICK UP YOUR COPY AND ENJOY!

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. 

Words by Melissa Blease

Ricotta and Parmesan Cheesecake

Liven up a summer party buffet, add an interesting edge to a classic cheeseboard or shake up your starter repertoire with this this tasty twist on the classic cheesecake.

Ingredients (serves 8-10)

100g butter, melted
75g digestive biscuits
125g oatcakes
25g shelled walnuts
300g full-fat cream cheese
300g ricotta
150g parmesan (or vegetarian alternative), grated
4 large eggs
Small bunch fresh chives, snipped

Method

Line a 20cm diameter loose-bottomed or springform cake tin with greaseproof paper. Whizz the oatcakes, biscuits and walnuts into fine crumbs in a blender or food processor (or crush finely in a large freezer bag with a rolling pin). Tip the crumbs into a large bowl then add the melted butter and mix thoroughly. Firmly press the mixture into the base of the tin and allow to chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 150c/gas mark 2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the cream cheese, ricotta and parmesan (or alternative) together until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs, the chives and plenty of freshly ground black pepper and continue to whisk until thoroughly combined.

Pour the cheese mixture onto the chilled biscuit base and bake for 50-60 minutes until the cheesecake is set but still retains a slight wobble in the centre. Allow to cool fully in the tin before removing and serving at room temperature, accompanied by a selection of chutneys and a bowl of nicely-dressed salad leaves.

American red wines at The Great Wine Co.

California, the golden state, is not the only American wine region living the dream at the moment. The boutique wineries of Oregon have been staking a claim of independence lately, with rather successful results. In fact, the elegance and finesse of the Pinots from the lush, fertile hills of the Willamette Valley have begun to rival New Zealand's Central Otago and Chile's Leyda Valley as the home of New World Pinot. The basalt iron-rich red soils of Oregon's Dundee Hills offer equally interesting expressions of the Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris varieties. Yet the USA's sunshine capital is not quite ready to descend from its throne and California's favourite wine regions continue to offer diversity and quality in abundance.

Cabernet Sauvignon, Cannonball | £24

An exciting revival of a classic style. It has the best characteristics of traditional California and old world Bordeaux. Features aromatic tiers of ripe mulberry, spiced black tea and purple floral notes. Ample at its core with flavors of cherry, chocolate and roasted hazelnut, all contributing to tremendous depth, leading to a long and unstinting finish. Pairs beautifully with lamb chops, roasted duck, cassoulet, black and blue burger, grilled aubergine and aged Cheddar.

Zinfandel, Bonterra | £19.50

Aromas of black raspberry and cherry fruit, and notions of pepper and minerals on the nose. A decadent palate of briery fruit, vanilla, brown spice and toasty oak is framed by polished tannins and a rich, lingering finish.

Old Vine Zinfandel, Bogle Family Vineyards | £18.85

This supple and mouth-filling vintage leads with juicy raspberry and ripe boysenberry fruit. Hints of spiced chocolate integrate well with fruit that is surprisingly luscious and silky on the palate, partnered with black pepper backbone that gives structure and weight. Flavours of toasted oak and pipe tobacco create further structure, allowing this wine to stand up to a variety of hearty fare.

The Convert, Tenet Wines | £22

This exceptionally smooth and elegant wine has aromas of ripe cherry and plum, complemented by earthy undercurrents of smoked cacao and spicy cola. Silky-soft on the palate, it has flavours of cherry, blackberry and vanilla, which glide into a long, satiny finish. Plenty of leaf canopy is kept on the vines, so that the fruit ripens gently in dappled shade, for a fresher, more elegant style of wine. These attributes are emphasised by whole-bunch fermentation, long, gentle maceration and maturation in larger casks, producing wine of great finesse.

Visit greatwine.co.uk to explore more

Thatchers Juicy Apple

Just in time for summer!

Thatchers Juicy Apple is the ultimate blend of sun-drenched apples and 100% renewable electricity. Mouth-wateringly sweet, crisp, and happily appley in every drop.

The fresh new flavour is powered by sunshine. Made using 100% renewable electricity, including power generated from the 3,500 solar panels at Myrtle Farm, it’s as good for the environment as it tastes in the glass.

ABV 4.0%
Suitable for vegetarians, vegans and coeliacs. Gluten free. Contains sulphites for freshness.
Click here to buy.

Set your summer alight with 50% off at Robun throughout August

Enjoy half-off the à la carte menu this summer and savour show-stopping dishes like lamb cutlets, black cod, and wagyu steak, along with Robun's full range of sashimi, nigiri, maki, and sushi.

T&Cs: Offer valid Sunday - Thursday between 4 August - 29 August 2024. Booked tables only. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or voucher. Max 4 guests per booking.

Robun, 4, Princes Buildings, George St, Bath BA1 2ED
Book your table now. 

The Scallop Shell

The Scallop Shell is a much-loved AA Rosette fish restaurant, serving lightly battered and grilled fish and chips and seasonal seafood. Their great value Fisherman’s Lunch special is available Monday to Friday, with a choice of mains all served with mushy peas, tartare sauce and a mug of proper Yorkshire tea for just £12.50.

22 Monmouth Place, Bath BA1 2AY
Tel: 01225 420928
Web: thescallopshell.co.uk

The Hideout

Opened in 2016, The Hideout is a whisky den which takes its cue from the lawless thieves, highwaymen and opportunists who might have met there in the past. It was the perfect hideout. Seven years on, it still has the feel of one of those ‘secret’ places you don’t want to share, with its cosy, vaulted feel, 300 odd whiskies on the shelf and a forward-thinking team with larger-than-life personalities and a fondness for hip-hop. Of course, you don’t have to be a whisky aficionado to love The Hideout, there are crazy good cocktails – which put it at No.25 in the top 50 cocktail bars in the UK list – beers, ciders and top-notch wines to sip outside in the sunny courtyard too.

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The Montblanc Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage Paris 1924 Fountain Pen

To celebrate 100 years of the Meisterstück fine writing instrument and the centenary of the Paris Summer Olympic Games in 2024, Montblanc pays tribute to its iconic pen's origins with a collection inspired by the 1924 Paris Games.
At their core, both Montblanc and the Olympic Games share the same virtues - with master craftsmanship, and the pursuit of excellence and human achievement.

This special edition in warm red precious resin - the official colour of the 1924 Games - features yellow gold plated clip and trim as well as a beautifully detailed Au585/14k handcrafted gold nib adorned with a javelin thrower - a nod to the 1924 games Olympic poster.

The cap top ring proudly displays the Olympic rings and a wreath of laurel leaves; as originally presented to Olympic victors.

The cap is also engraved with “Olympic Games Paris 1924,” and the anniversary ring bears “1924” and “2024,” highlighting the shared celebration. And in true Montblanc tradition - the iconic snow cap emblem crowns the edition. A very special and highly collectable fountain pen of the finest making. Medium nib: £780

To see this special edition Meisterstück and many more beautiful Montblanc fine pens click here to visit the Mallory website.

Sol de Janeiro Jet Set Kit

Wherever your destination, a Sol de Janeiro Jet Set Kit will transport you instantly to the sandy shores of Copacabana and beyond. Featuring a trio of the brand’s best-selling body heroes from each fragrance families - Cheirosa 62, Cheirosa 40 and Cheirosa 68 - containing a mini Body Cream, Shower Gel and Cheirosa Mist. All conveniently housed inside a clear travel case.

Cream: 50ml / Gel: 90ml / Mist: 30ml
Sol de Janeiro | £30
Click here to buy now.

Anthropologie Parker Monogram Mug

The Parker Monogram Mug merges personal style with everyday usability, offering a personalised touch to your coffee or tea time with its modern geometric print.


Anthropologie | £12
Click here to buy now or visit the store in Bath at 1-4 New Bond St, Bath BA1 1BE

Start your day right with TOAST's expanded nightwear range

Inspired by nature, the new nightwear collection comes in a palette of chalky hues and is cut to easy shapes with pared-back silhouettes. Pyjama tops and bottoms and nightdresses feature floral prints block-printed by artisans in India, made for mixing and layering with hand-woven sketched check pieces. Gowns are crafted from soft double-faced cotton, intended to encourage slow mornings at home.

Collage Floral Cotton Pyjamas | £125

Click here to buy now or visit the Bath store at 7 Bartlett St, Bath BA1 2QZ

Always Sunday green striped wash bag

Head out on your holidays this summer with stylish luggage options like these vintage-inspired striped wash bags in peppermint green alongside racing green that wouldn't look out of place on a yacht in the French Riviera. 

These bags are made from 100% coated cotton with a zip closure and are actually machine washable. You just need to remove the inner structure and pop them in, which means no more shampoo spillages ruining your wash bag.

Always Sunday | £24
Click here to buy now or visit the store at 9 Broad St, Bath BA1 5LJ

Curated by Daniel McCabe

Reloved claims to be the first magazine dedicated to pre-owned objects and those who celebrate them – the people and businesses driving the circular economy. It's published biannually to encourage the appreciation, repair and reuse of quality manufactured consumer goods such as clothing, accessories (especially watches), furniture, vehicles and other objects of desire that are designed to last. It provides studies insights from curators, historians and experts who shed light on the evolution of the second-hand market, balanced with interviews with passionate enthusiasts and brand-followers who are in it for the hunt and the joy of ownership. The publishers (who are Swiss) say that Reloved is aimed at ‘readers from all socio-professional backgrounds’ but we think anyone interested in collecting and the workings of the contemporary ‘preloved’ retail environment will also love this. | £27

magalleria.co.uk

BRLSI Kids Summer Holiday Activities
Until Friday 30 August

10AM – 4PM Monday-Friday

This Summer holiday, join BRLSI for free and fun activities throughout the BRLSI exhibition space and lecture rooms.Each day offers a new and exciting activity, plus the “Name the Jurassic Crocodile” competition.

Here are some highlights:

Is it Treasure? Explore artefacts using your sense of touch and decide if it’s treasure.

Darwin’s Finches Collect seeds, beetles, and worms with different tools representing different beak shapes.

My Museum Create a temporary display cabinet to showcase your key messages.

Optical Illusions Create and take home a 200-year-old optical illusion.

For more information of BRLSI Children’s activities, and to sign up to their family newsletter click here.

COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS TO AN EXCLUSIVE EVENT THIS WEEKEND

If you’re seeing this, you’re in luck!

A final few places remain for your local She’s Electric event on Sunday 28th July at Bailbrook House Hotel in Bath - and we have a handful of complimentary tickets to give away.

Join our fabulous hosts, Jo Elvin, Former Editor-in-Chief of Glamour Magazine, and Ginny Buckley, Founder and CEO of Electrifying.com, BBC and ITV journalist and presenter. They will share how you don’t need to sacrifice style for sustainability and answer your questions about how you can make the right decisions for you, your family and the planet.

• MEET: Enjoy a good time in great company in a beautiful location

• HEAR: Listen to inspiring stories from unstoppable female trailblazers

• DISCOVER: Enjoy guilt-free shopping with She’s Electric’s amazing sustainable lifestyle brands

• DRIVE: Experience the Renault Scenic E-Tech 100% electric, car of the year 2024

• RELAX: Come with a friend and recharge with a complimentary bite to eat - in the sunshine! (Yes, it's going to be sunny!)

PLUS! She’s Electric believes in rewarding good people with good things. That’s why, one lucky guest will take home a special collection of goodies from their gorgeous lifestyle partners.

Grab a friend and join them at Bailbrook House Hotel in Bath on Sunday 28th July. Use code BATHMAG to get your complimentary tickets today. Hurry, they won’t last long!

Bailbrook Hotel, Eveleigh Ave, London Rd W, Bath BA1 7JD

Click here for more information and to book your ticket.

LEGO Build & Play Weekend at the American Museum
27 & 28 July

Get creative and build with LEGO in the Stables this weekend! Visit on Sunday to also enjoy a KidZFun zone, with all kinds of outdoor games and toys.

Claverton Manor, Bath BA2 7BD
Click here for more information.

Iford Supper Clubs
Six-course tasting menu

Friday 2 August, 6.45pm- 10pm

Book your table now for a fantastic foodie experience, with expertly crafted food, largely sourced and made on the wider Iford Manor Estate. There is a different menu for each event.

Arrive from 6.45pm for a welcome drink (included), dinner is introduced with the first course served at 7.30pm. Seating is at tables according to your booking (i.e. not ‘communal’ tables), and it all wraps up shortly after 10pm.

It’s a relaxed vibe with one of Iford Manor Kitchen’s regular jazz pianists offering live background accompaniment, but the focus is firmly on the expertly crafted food and drink (optional paired wine flight available) with Head Chef Matthew Briddon taking you though the menu at the start.

£65pp to include the tasting menu, welcome drink, tea and coffee with homemade petits fours, and live music.

Iford Manor, Iford, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 2BA
Click here to book now.

Bath & County Club

Join the Bath & County Club for exciting upcoming events!

Friday 2 August 5.30pm - Pimms evening with canapés. Tickets £23.
Wednesday 7 August 12.30pm - A matinee film lunch showing "All About Eve (1950)". Booking is essential.
Friday 9 August 6pm - The Monuments of  Bath Abbey: The Stories Behind the Stones. Talk by Jeremy Key-Pugh with a two-course supper to follow. 

The Bath & County Club, Queen’s Parade, Bath BA1 2NJ

For any questions and to book please contact: secretary@bathandcountyclub.com
Tel: 01225 423732

Click here to become a member.

Open-Air Cinema at Clarks Village
6-18 August at 12pm, 3.30pm and 7pm

Enjoy an alfresco movie after a day out at the Somerset shopping outlet. The Clarks Village Open-Air Cinema will host three screenings a day ranging from blockbuster hits to family favourites to 80s classics. Screening times are 12pm, 3.30pm and 7pm. Guests can also enjy Clarks Village unique mix of brands at discount outlet prices, its stunning landscaped gardens, wide paved malls, restaurants and adventure play park.

Tickets start at £8 for under 12s, £12 for adults and VIP tickets with a prime-positioned deckchair and treat box for £20. The daily 12pm movie is discounted to £5 per person or £18 for a family of four. Under ones are free. 

Clarks Village shopping outlet, Farm Road, Street, BA16 0BB
Click here for more information and to book tickets. 

Church Farm, Hilperton

Offered for sale by Cobb Farr estate agents in Bath

Church Farm is a collection of 12 beautiful homes in an eclectic mix of designs ranging from three to five bedrooms. The development is located in the charming village of Hilperton, on the north-easterly edge of Trowbridge. Hilperton has a thriving community with regular events held in the village hall, a traditional 18th-century pub, and a popular garden centre with a café. The village is ideally positioned on the attractive western stretch of the Kennet & Avon Canal; part of a waterway joining London to Bristol, providing fishing, recreational boat hire and picturesque walks.

There is a regular and reliable bus service into the county town of Trowbridge, a bustling town with a historic past. Trowbridge has been connected to weaving for over a thousand years which has left a rich and notable architectural legacy, ranging from the late sixteenth century to the mid-nineteenth century. The town has a wide range of independent shops, restaurants, cafés, a multi-screen cinema complex, several supermarkets including a Marks & Spencer Foodhall, leisure centre with swimming pool, a thriving arts scene, and park. Trowbridge is also proud to be a Fairtrade town. | Prices from £685,000

Click here to view the property shown above on the Cobb Farr website.