A specially curated guide to the next 48 hours (or more) in Bath
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Meet the Romans and enjoy a new family trail at the Roman Baths
Come face to face with the people of Roman Bath in a new adventure trail created just for kids.
Pick up a free trail on arrival and be introduced to the people who lived, worked, and played in Roman Bath. Solve their clues and spring back in time for a fun-filled family day out.
Carry on the adventure at home with the brand new The Roman Baths – Activity Book, available to buy from the gift shop. Packed with stories, games, stickers, and beautiful illustrations it’s a fun new way to discover the Roman Baths.
12–16 February | 9am–5pm Click here for more information.
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OUR FEBRUARY ISSUE IS OUT NOW!
You'll love our fabulous February 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 Lorraine Kelly sharing her thoughts on her debut novel set in the Orkneys; the changing shape of kitchens as well as expert views of what's on trend; and Nicholas Wylde disclosing the difference between naturally-grown diamonds in comparison to laboratory-grown. Keep an eye out 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 | SWEETEN UP YOUR VALENTINE'S
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Words by Melissa Blease
Chocolate Pancakes with Hot Chocolate Sauce
Pancake Day falls on Tuesday 13 February this year – yup, the day before Valentine's Day. Put 'em together and what have you got? Loved-up chocolate pancakes!
This recipe serves four, but if you're planning on dining a deux, both the batter and the sauce will happily sit in the fridge for up to three date nights.
Ingredients (serves 4)
For the pancakes:
150g self-raising flour
30g cocoa powder
60g caster sugar
2 large eggs
165ml semi-skimmed milk
2 tbsp vegetable oil
For the chocolate sauce:
100g plain chocolate, chopped into chunks
150ml semi-skimmed milk
40g butter, cubed
2 tbsp golden syrup
4 tbsp double cream
To serve: whipped cream, fresh strawberries, dusting of icing sugar
Method
Sift the flour, cocoa, baking powder and sugar together in a large bowl. Whisk the eggs and milk together in jug, then add to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, then cover and leave in the fridge to rest for at least 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, put the chocolate chunks, milk and butter in a small saucepan and heat gently, stirring continuously, until the chocolate and butter have melted and combined with the milk. Remove from the heat and add the golden syrup, whisking until shiny. Cover and set to one side.
When you're ready to make the pancakes, heat a large frying pan over a medium heat and brush lightly with oil. Using a ladle or large spoon, carefully drop batter on to the base of the pan to create pancakes approximately 10cm across. Cook for around 45 seconds until bubbles start to appear on the surface and the pancake is lightly browned on the underside, then flip over and cook for a further 45 seconds. Repeat until all the batter is used up, adding a little more oil to the pan if necessary and setting each cooked pancake aside on a plate to keep warm in a low oven, dividing each one with a layer of greaseproof paper.
As you're reaching the end of the pancake batter, gently reheat the chocolate sauce. Serve the pancakes on warm plates drizzled with the chocolate sauce, whipped cream, slices of fresh strawberries and a dusting of sieved icing sugar.
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WEEKEND WINE | AUSSIE'S FINEST
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Australia's Romantic Reds
It's time to say g'day to wine from down under! From the sun-baked, red clay rolling hills of the Barossa to the undulating, maritime coastal vineyards of the Mornington Peninsula, this country has so much to offer. Enjoy Valentine's Day with our top 5 Australian reds:
The Dog Strangler Mataro - Teusner Wines
Deep purple, good name for a band. Blueberries, anise, smoked-meats, Asian spice, really lovely aromatics and evocative things happening in the glass. Deliciously fleshy blue fruits, dark cherry, spice and licorice. This has a really attractive dark fruit-weight and the tannins and acid work in tandem seamlessly to give the dark, slurpy fruit the structure | £20.50
The High Trellis Cabernet Sauvignon - D’Arenberg This is a wine of great presence, loaded with classic Cabernet Sauvignon characters of cassis, plums, cedar, red pepper and violets. | £15.50
Red Art Amplify Shiraz Cuvee 1 - Rojomoma The luscious aged complexity from the older vintage wine is lifted by the intense primary fruit from the younger ones. The individual parcels knit together, removing vintage variation, and amplifying the Shiraz characteristics to create a unique and true varietal expression. | £165
Raj's Pick Shiraz - Rojomoma Concentrated basket-pressings have added great richness, intense flavours and dense tannins to the wine. This is delicately balanced with beautiful French oak. | £69
Ladies Who Shoot Their Lunch Shiraz - Fowles Wine This superb Shiraz smells invitingly of juicy ripe blackberries and black cherries, with slightly resinous, spicy, incense notes, toasted oak and raspberry jam. In the mouth, it has the taste of black fruit, black pepper and liquorice notes, alongside subtle, suave oak. | £27.50
Visit greatwine.co.uk for more.
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COMPETITION | SUPPER CLUB SPECIAL
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MasterChef Adam Ball at Cooper’s Smeg Kitchen
Win a pair of tickets for an exclusive MasterChef supper club at Coopers Home Appliances - Saturday 24 February 7pm–11pm.
This special treat is a must for anyone that loves good company and great food served up in a unique and quirky venue.
Join MasterChef quarter finalist Adam Ball who will be cooking up a storm in Cooper’s Smeg kitchen as he creates four delicious courses for the diners.
The event is sold out but there are two tickets to be won. Head over to Coopers Instagram page for more details and to enter. Competition closes 17 Feb. Instagram: @coopers_home_appliances
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FINE DINING | MICHELIN STAR AWARDED
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Lucknam Park's Hywel Jones Retains Prestigious Michelin Star
Lucknam Park, the elegant family-owned country house hotel, is delighted to announce that Executive Chef, Hywel Jones, has retained his prestigious Michelin star for the 19th successive year.
Hywel Jones has held a Michelin star at Restaurant Hywel Jones by Lucknam Park since 2006, offering guests an unforgettable fine dining experience featuring spectacular seasonal tasting menus.
In his kitchen, the priority is to source ingredients locally wherever possible, from lamb reared on the Lucknam estate to delicate herbs grown in the hotel’s kitchen garden.
Book your dining experience here.
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Looking for more delicious foodie inspo?
Click through to browse our full Delicious Guide!
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CHANEL | GIVE A GIFT WITH LOVE
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No.1 De Chanel Revitalising and Nourishing Duo | £133
Show your love this Valentine's with Chanel's skincare package, nestled inside a travel-friendly pouch that matches the aesthetic of the line.
The serum and a discovery-size rich cream work together in perfect harmony to give skin a youthful glow.
Concentrated with the revitalising properties of red camellia extract, the serum and rich cream work in perfect harmony to correct the appearance of the five signs of aging and preserve youthfulness, for skin that is visibly smoother and more beautiful.
Visit chanel.com to purchase.
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JEWELLERY | HANDMADE NECKLACE
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Honey & Willow Entwined Halo Necklace - Linked for a Lifetime | £265
This halo necklace is handmade, so you can celebrate your bond with a loved one this Valentines.
The family business handcraft jewellery for loved ones and in celebration of life's significant moments.
The Entwined Halo Necklace is made with recycled sterling silver and 9kt gold and is 20mm in diameter. Chain length can vary.
Click here for more information and to purchase.
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OBJECTS OF DESIRE | C'MON, GET HAPPY!
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Chopard Happy Sport Watch Collection
Little Diamonds Do Great Things. Incorporating Chopard’s dancing diamonds concept where the diamonds freely move and spin inside two pieces of sapphire crystal glass, uniquely catching the light as the wrist moves.
The Chopard Happy Sport watch in a 33mm 18ct rose gold and steel case is water resistant to 30m and features a silver Guilloché dial adorned with rose gold Roman numerals and hands. Powered by the Chopard self-winding calibre movement which is beautifully on display through a sapphire crystal glass caseback.
With its stylish blue alligator leather strap, polished 18ct rose gold pin buckle for a secure and comfortable fit against the wrist. Model shown is priced at £9,380.
Find out more about the Chopard Happy Sport range at Mallory.
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Watch the diamonds dance by with this official video by Chopard.
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GIFT | SAY IT WITH FLOWERS
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Give a gift this Valentine's with Golden Valley Meadow
In a secluded flower field between Bath and Bristol, along the banks of the River Boyd, traditional flowers are grown to create wild meadow inspired bouquets.
Each bouquet is a nod to the beauty of nature, all truly unique, bursting with seasonal texture, scent, shape and colour, waiting to take your breath away.
Click here to visit its website and give the perfect gift to your loved one.
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MAGAZINE KIOSK | MAGALLERIA
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Curated by Daniel McCabe
Tummy Ache is a promising-looking new magazine that employs fashion and art to initiate an honest conversation surrounding mental health and to break down toxic structures it believes exclude potentially talented but less hardy souls who might be struggling to be seen and heard.
It argues that the dangers of building up a ‘perfect’ version of ourselves to present to the world and hiding from the imperfection and uncertainties of life is in turn dissolving our capacity to feel gratitude, creativity and empathy. With an intriguing list of expert contributors, this looks a magazine to watch. | £20
magalleria.co.uk
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TREATMENT | EXCLUSIVE OFFER
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25% off a Top-to-Toe Glow treatment with The Spa No.15
Enjoy 25% off either a 90-Minute or 2-Hour Top-To-Toe Glow Treatment when you book between now and 18 February at The Spa at No.15.
The treatment begins with an invigorating lemongrass back scrub, helping to remove dead skin cells and awaken the skin. You will then be provided with a relaxing, back, neck and shoulder massage. This releases muscle tension, boosts circulation and leaves your skin silky smooth. Next, you will enjoy a foot scrub and massage helping your body to fully relax and realign.
The ritual will then move into a rejuvenating organic facial and scalp massage designed to de-puff and decongest the skin, leaving you with a radiant glow.
Monday - Friday: now £112.50 | Saturday - Sunday: now £127.50 Click here to book your slot.
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EVENT | UNDERSTAND YOUR BODY
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Bath Arts Collective presents 'Managing Your Menopause' |
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Join Dr Kate Kerr, a Bath-based British Menopause Society accredited menopause specialist, for a session that will cover holistic and evidence based approaches to managing menopause related issues.
Topics covered will include low mood, anxiety, weight gain, brain fog, poor sleep and low libido.
Dr Kerr will also give up to date advice on lifestyle measures including nutrition, supplements, HRT, testosterone and non hormonal options for managing symptoms.
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This event is a great opportunity for women, trans men and non-binary people registered female at birth experiencing menopause symptoms to come together over a drink and promote open and honest discussion about their menopause journey. Ticket price £20 including drink upon arrival.
Click here for more information and to book your ticket. 17 February | 3.30pm–5pm | Double Tree Hilton Hotel, Walcot Street
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EVENT | MEN'S WALK TO SUPPORT
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'Men's Walk To Support' with Dorothy House |
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Join Dorothy House on Saturday 9 March 2024 at 11am for the 8-mile ‘Men’s Walk to Support’.
This is an opportunity for men aged 8+ to join together in solidarity, share their life journeys together, and raise vital funds to help Dorothy House provide crucial end-of-life care for the local community.
Participants will set off on the route that follows along the canal and finishes at Bath Pavilion - in time to watch the days two Six Nations Saturday matches with a FREE meal and pint!
The conversation, facilitated by Dorothy House Hospice Care’s Family Support Lead, Dominic Denny, covers topics such as expectations upon men who are grieving, ways of coping with grief and how to support men who are bereaved.
To watch the full Locker Room Chat and to find sign up for the Men’s Walk to Support, click here.
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Heywood House host Open Day and Networking Breakfast |
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Situated in Westbury near Bath, Heywood House is a classic country estate that has been transformed into space for offices and conference facilities. It's the perfect venue for business, in a secure, idyllic setting, away from the public.
Business West Networking Breakfast | 13 February | 8am–10am Whether you are a regular networker or have never stepped foot into one before, the Business West networking events provide you with a friendly environment to put yourself and your business out there.
If you’re not a Heywood House or Chamber member, not to worry…non-members are more than welcome to join these networking events! Tea/coffee and a light breakfast included.
Open Day: Ludlow Office now available | 22 February | 12pm–2pm The Ludlow provides an impressive and spacious workspace. Packed with original period features and beautiful views across the front lawn and quad garden.
The Ludlow room now provides a large, open plan office space conveniently situated next to the Conservatory café. The Ludlow has its own private access to the café along with its own kitchen facilities.
heywoodhouse.com
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Bath City v Dartford.
It’s promising to be an entertaining match as Bath City FC host Dartford who are travelling to Twerton Park tomorrow - Kick off 3pm.
Bath are currently 7th in the National League South while Dartford are sitting at 19th.
Two successive 1-0 wins for City, the second combined with the 100th clean sheet under Jerry Gill, has seen the Romans move back into the play-off zone and with games in hand over the other teams in the top nine, things are looking positive ahead of tomorrow’s clash.
However the Darts have always turned up for their games and given Bath a tough match.
Tickets for the Dartford match are available for purchase in advance via the website with a saving of £1on the turnstile admission.
Make it along and see if City can make it three wins in a row and gain a place or two in the table.
bathcityfc.ktckts.com
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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 | AN EDWARDIAN HOME
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37 Penn Lea Road, Weston, Bath BA1 3RG
Offered for sale by Bath estate agents Cobb Farr.
A wonderful 3 bedroom semi detached house set on a wide plot with 3 reception rooms, garage, ample driveway and generous level garden with summerhouse located just a few minutes from local shops and the Royal United Hospital.
It is a very well presented Edwardian semi detached house within a generous level garden. The property is accessed via a pillared and brick block driveway allowing for 2-3 vehicles. The pretty entrance porch has stained glass windows and leads through to the inner hall with a wide staircase rising to the upper floor.
On the ground floor there is a light sitting room with front bay window, handsome fireplace and glazed sliding doors to the dining room which itself overlooks the garden room. The kitchen offers a full range of cupboards and appliances with wooden work-surfaces and accesses the rear lobby and cloakroom. The garden room opens onto the brick patio and the level, enclosed garden.
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Upstairs there are 3 double bedrooms and a family bathroom. Externally there is a garage with electrically operated roller door with power light and work bench. The rear garden can also be accessed via a side pathway. The garden itself boasts a wide array of flowering plants, mini pond and a studio/summerhouse, shed and storage area.
In the garden the garage has an electrically operated roller door, mono pitch roof, ample shelving, work bench, power and light. | Guide Price £775,000
Click here to view more images and read through the details on the Cobb Farr website
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