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A specially curated guide to help you enjoy the next 48 hours (or more) in Bath
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WEEKEND RECIPE | CHILL OUT!
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Recipes by Melissa Blease
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| Classic Lemonade (makes approx. 1l) |
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Roughly chop 3 large, unwaxed lemons and remove the pips. Tip them (peel and pith included) into a large blender or the bowl of a food processor along with 140g caster sugar and 500ml cold water and blitz until smooth. Pour the mixture into a sieve over a bowl, pressing as much lemon juice through the sieve as possible. Transfer to a jug, top up with 500ml soda or sparkling spring water, add ice and serve immediately.
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| Ginger Beer (makes approx. 1.5l) |
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Peel and thickly slice 200g fresh ginger and add it to a saucepan along with 500ml cold water, the zest of 2 large lemons, 100g soft brown sugar and 75g golden caster sugar. Bring to a boil (stirring continuously to dissolve the sugars) then simmer for around 15-20 minutes until the mixture is syrupy and slightly reduced. Remove the syrup from the heat and allow to cool completely before straining the mixture into a jug through a sieve lined with muslin (at this stage, you can transfer the syrup to a small sterilised bottle or jar and keep in the fridge for up to two weeks). When ready to serve, pour the ginger syrup into a large serving jug, add the juice of 1-2 lemons (to taste), top with around 1l soda water and fill up with ice. Stir well, and serve immediately, garnished with a few sprigs of fresh mint.
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| Iced Tea (makes 1.5l) |
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In a large jug, cover 6 tea bags of your choice with 1.5l boiling water. Add 2 tbsp caster sugar and 1 tbsp runny honey, stir well and leave to infuse for 10 minutes before removing (and discarding) the tea bags. When the infusion is cool enough to put in the fridge, chill until ready to serve. Before serving, add the juice of 1 large lemon. Chop a second lemon into slices and add to the jug along with 1 large sliced orange, a handful of fresh mint leaves, more runny honey (to taste) and plenty of ice cubes. Stir again and serve chilled.
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| Iced Mocha (serves 2) |
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In a small pan, gently heat 100ml semi-skimmed milk with 50g milk or dark chocolate buttons until the chocolate has melted and leave to cool (do not allow the mixture even come close to boiling!). Meanwhile, prepare around 70ml espresso or very strong coffee and leave that to cool too. When you're ready to serve, half-fill 2 large glasses with ice and top with the cooled chocolate milk, another 200ml semi-skimmed milk (divided between both glasses) and the cool coffee. Stir to combine and serve topped with a dollop of whipped cream (or ice cream?) and a dusting of cocoa powder.
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| OUR JULY ISSUE – OUT NOW |
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Our July magazine features a collection of great reading by our team of wonderful writers as well as beautifully presented advertising by Bath's best businesses. We really 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.
You can enjoy our July magazine by clicking here.
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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 £3.95. UK mainland prices. For Euro and World zone subscription prices – see our website.
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THEATRE | GET SOME FRESH AIR
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Garden Theatre Festival, 29 July-13 August, Holburne Museum gardens
King Arthur, Guy Fawkes, Julie Andrews and Toad all make an appearance at The Garden Theatre Festival in the gardens of the Holburne this summer. Emma Clegg chats to Creative Director Matt Emeny about what’s in store.
Read the full article on The Bath Magazine website: thebathmagazine.co.uk
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WEEKEND WINE | NEW ZEALAND'S GREAT ESTATES
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More to explore with 20% off in July
Okay, so mention New Zealand wine and you instantly think Sauvignon Blanc: of course you do – they produce it so beautifully!
Dig a little deeper into The Great Wine Co. cellars and you’ll find not only the best SB’s by NZ estates but also find excellent varieties from vibrant, aromatic Pinot Gris, through decidedly Burgundian Chardonnay , gorgeous Pinot Noirs, Syrahs and so many more – and with 20% off all NZ wines this July – you can explore for less... or just buy case of great Sauvignon!
Pinot Noir Rosé – Yealands Estate
Pale pink in colour with pretty and delicate notes of red berries and cream. The red berries continue on the palate with great texture and finish with mouth-watering acidity | £14.17
Chardonnay – Carrick Winery
A truly amazing Chardonnay with fruit, finesse and texture reminiscent of a fine Chassagne-Montrachet | £18.66
MOMO Pinot Noir – Momo
This delicious, feminine Pinot Noir exudes lifted aromas of cherry and ripe, red, berry fruits. The palate shows a lighter touch, yet is juicy and complete. The wine finishes with firm tannins that sit in wonderful harmony with the fruit and acidity | £19.55
The Chatterer Syrah – Squawking Magpie
Wild dark berry fruit and gentle baking spice with a twist of black pepper and liquorice on the nose. Velvety textured with bright berry fruit and floral flavours. Sustained depth of flavour and texture through the palate with a fine, refreshing and lingering finish | £16.66
Chiaroscuro – Seresin Estate
Harmoniously combining aromatic Riesling, Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer grapes, this wine is a fairytale marriage of delicacy and elegance to bright aromas of citrus, yellow peach and white flowers | £19.55
Riesling – Peregrine Wines
This dry Riesling shows beautiful floral and citrus aromas. Flavours of elderflower, lime and lemon peel are balanced by wonderful mineral acidity. It has just enough maturity to show some sumptuous roundness of texture, whilst still possessing an edge of vibrant, primary fruit character | £22
Visit the NZ cellars at The Great Wine Co.
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BATH'S BEST PUBS AND BARS | AWARD-WINNING PICK
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The Grapes
The Grapes in central Bath is an award-winning bar with a focus on local produce, music, beer, wine and spirits made in the South West. Their incredibly popular upstairs pop-up Japanese restaurant will be spreading its wings and opening in its own dedicated venue in July and will be relishing the chance to expand its menu and bring a bit of Japan to Bath – watch this space for more information. The bar itself is a music lovers’ destination, with live music being played almost every day of the week. The popular Sunday sessions run with the 4 Bars to the Beat group (4barstothebeat.com) often packing out this eclectic-looking venue. Outdoor seating away from the crowds and within view of the Thermae Spa makes The Grapes pub ‘garden’ a hidden gem in summer. On the bar you can find excellent, local breweries on tap, wines by Dunleavy Wines in Bristol, spirits from Scout and Sage in Bath and a cocktail list that will have even the fussiest connoisseur smiling.
14 Westgate Street, Bath
thegrapesbath.co.uk
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WEEKEND EATING | BEST OF THE BRUNCH
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Green Park Brasserie: Brunch and Bottomless Brunch menus now available
Relaxed vibes, sunny terraces and possibly more Prosecco than Northeast Italy: unwind and soak up Green Park Brasserie's Bottomless brunch every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11am onwards.
With a selection of unlimited drinks (bottomless option) alongside the brunch menu, guests can enjoy the Brasserie's unique setting, unrivalled hospitality and a selection of brunch classics. Max table sizes of 6.
Book your table at greenparkbrasserie.com.
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Looking for more delicious foodie inspo?
Click through to browse our full Delicious Guide!
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FAMILY BUSINESS | LOCALLY SOURCED BOTANICALS
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Still Sisters Gin Distillery: Gin School and Pop Up Shop, 29-31 July
Still Sisters and Friary Drinks pride themselves on being a small, independent family business run by two sisters.
Handmade in the heart in the Somerset countryside, Friary Drinks’ spirits are created from the finest ingredients, carefully considered and crafted in small batches. The sisters' range of London Dry Gin is created using locally grown and sourced botanicals from independent businesses, and all of their gin is made in Frome in a bespoke copper 50 litre still, Storm.
From 29-31 July, you can meet one of the distillery’s gin experts; purchase a bottle of your favourite gin; enjoy a gin and tonic; book a gin tasting experience, learn all about the history of gin and how Still Sisters make their gin. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to sample some award-winning examples with a selection of mixers, or to visit the gin school and be guided in choosing botanicals to make your very own gin.
The July Pop Up Shop will be open from 10am–8pm on Friday and Saturday and 10am–6pm on Sunday, at 15 New Bond Street, Bath BA1 1BA.
Find out more at stillsisters.co.uk.
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OBJECT OF DESIRE | A SENSE OF ADVENTURE
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The new Tudor Heritage Ranger
To mark the 70th anniversary of the British North Greenland expedition, Tudor has issued the Heritage Ranger: a special model that celebrates exploration and adventure.
Based on the original Oyster Prince watches used by the 1950 expedition team, the Ranger is a 39mm steel case with baton markers and Arabic numerals at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock. Vintage watches enthusiasts will appreciate the beige hour markers painted in luminescent material which contrast perfectly with the grained, matt black dial and match the tone of the TUDOR shield logo and inscriptions. Inside is powered by the Manufacturer Calibre MT5402: "a weekend proof" 70 hour automatic movement.
This robust, classic looking watch is a great all-rounder; pleasing on the eye and cool on the wrist, it is available with either a steel bracelet at £2,420 or in a hybrid rubber/leather, or green, red and beige fabric Jacquard strap at £2,170.
Find out more about the new Tudor Heritage Ranger models at Mallory.
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FITNESS | A LUXURY COLLABORATION
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Luxury yoga pieces from Charlotte C King and Angie B
Bath-based designers and yoga practitioners Charlotte C King and Angie B have teamed up to create a collection of luxurious and functional yoga pieces.
Gracie mat and restorative bolster (above) are available at angiebyoga.com and
charlottecking.com. £150
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FASHION | CHARITY BRACELET
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Jiya Jewellery: Ukraine Heart Bracelet
Bristol-based jewellery design company Jiya Jewellery has created this beautiful bespoke Ukraine heart bracelet, with all profits going to the DEC Fund. Designed and handmade in their studio by local artisans. The Ukraine heart bracelet features a delicate gold heart beaded in the national colours. One size fits all. A meaningful gift for friends and family. £21
Visit the Jiya Jewellery website to buy the bracelet: jiyajewellery.co.uk | hello@jiyajewelry.co.uk
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THE MAGAZINE KIOSK | WHY WE LOVE PRINT
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Curated by Daniel McCabe
HOLO is a Toronto-based editorial and curatorial platform tracking emerging trajectories in art, science and technology. Within this fascinating and entangled intersection of knowledge, HOLO searches out epicentres of critical creative practice, radical imagination, research and activism, presenting it all as accessibly as it can. Appearances of the platform's imposing print magazine have been sporadic, with only two issues in a decade, but at last we have the third outing: 'Mirror Stage: Between Computability and Its Opposite' in which fifteen luminaries question our problematic faith in and deference to AI, boldly "exploring the limits of knowledge, prediction, language, and abstraction in computation" in order to "measure the gap between machine learning hypotheticals and the mess of lived experience". | £34.99
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ON THE BOX | WILL YOU BE PERSUADED?!
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Netflix – Persuasion, 15 July: the worst Austen adaptation in years (?)
The latest Jane Austen adaptation from Netflix – starring Dakota Johnson and filmed right here in Bath – has received some rather dismal reviews.
Persuasion's dialogue, claims The Telegraph, "perpetrates five war crimes per minute" whilst The Spectator suggests that "everyone involved should be in prison": scathing, to say the least...
Curiosity piqued? Ours too: Persuasion is out now on Netflix: netflix.com
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MUSIC | SUPERSTAR COMES TO BATH
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| Bath welcomes superstar Michael Bublé at the iconic Royal Crescent |
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Thousands of Michael Bublé fans are visiting Bath this weekend as the Grammy-award winning global megastar kicks off his UK Tour starting with two open-air concerts (Friday 15 and Saturday 16 July) at the iconic Royal Crescent.
Michael Bublé will tonight herald the return of live music for the first time in nine years to the stunning Royal Crescent, Bath, as he performs a spectacular summer open-air concert.
Further details can be found at Bath Box Office: bathboxoffice.org.uk
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GIVEAWAY | TASTY TICKETS UP FOR GRABS
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| WIN: tickets to Fantastic Food Festivals at Victoria Park (29-31 July) |
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We have 5 pairs of tickets to give away for Fantastic Food Festivals at Royal Victoria Park!
Visitors to the festival (29–31 July) will have the chance to sample produce, talk to producers and chefs and pick up new skills. Celebrity chefs (including The Dirty Food Guy Mark Studley, DIY Chef George Egg and Bake-Off star Karen Wright) will also be at the festival to offer live demos, Q&As and workshops.
To be in with a chance to win, enter the competition on our social media via Instagram or Twitter | *Competition closes at midnight 20 July*.
fantasticfoodfestivals.co.uk
Winners will be chosen at random. The prize is not transferable and no cash alternative will be offered.
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INDEPENDENT MARKET | CHIROPRACTIC ADVICE
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| Bath Chiro to attend Bath Independent Market: Green Park Station, 17 July |
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This Sunday (17 July), Green Park Station is hosting the Bath Independent Market, where local businesses, talents, restaurants, arts and crafts come to sell their locally produced products.
A key business in attendance is the newly opened Bath Chiro, the independent Chiropractic clinic situated close to Larkhall. Chiropractors and owners Rosie Millward and Alistair Kitchener will be providing free spinal assessments from 11am-4pm.
The team will be bringing their time and expertise completely for free; so whether you're wondering if the Chiropractic clinic could help you and would like an assessment, or would like to have a chat about a specific problem, Bath Chiro will be there to help.
Keep up to date with The Bath Independent Market on Instagram: @thebathindependent
bathchiro.co.uk
Featured image: Rosie and Alistair
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CHARITY | UP TO THE CHALLENGE?
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| Julian House: walk for charity, 25 September |
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Julian House is calling on families, friends and work colleagues to take on its epic 20-mile walking challenge – The Circuit of Bath Walk.
The sponsored walk, now in its 21st year, takes place on Sunday 25 September. Participants will be walking a circular route around the outskirts of Bath, taking in stunning views overlooking the historic city itself including the gorgeous vistas from Little Solsbury Hill and South Stoke Millennium Viewpoint. While the charity is encouraging people to tackle the full 20-mile route, participants can choose their own distance and start point, thanks to the five checkpoints along the route and a free shuttle service between each.
Tickets are on sale now: £12 adult, £6 Child, £25 Family. Dogs are welcome and for younger families there are also buggy-friendly sections of the walk.
Further information and tickets can be found online at circuitofbathwalk.co.uk.
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SUMMER FUN | EXPLORE ANOTHER WORLD
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Wake The Tiger, The World’s First 'Amazement Park®' | BOOKINGS OPEN
The creative masterminds behind the hugely successful immersive festival Boomtown Fair, announce Wake The Tiger, the world’s first Amazement Park®.
The brand new, thrilling experience coming to Bristol this summer has been produced by a collection of over 100 artists including storytellers, poets, scenic artists, robotics experts, fabricators, costume makers, architects, videographers and prop makers. The Amazement Park® encompasses interactive environments and daring new experiences blurring the lines between an art gallery, theme park and film set, with a playful psychedelic twist throughout. Step through the secret portal into the amazing world of Meridia: a multi-layered maze of immersive environments, secret passageways, hidden rooms and so many fantastical wonders to lose yourself in. Within the labyrinth many stories are told or untold; all that is known is you will not be the same person you were when you entered, igniting the imagination of all ages.
127 Albert Road, St Philips, Bristol, BS2 0YA | wakethetiger.com | Instagram / Twitter: @wakethetiger
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COMPETITION | CALLING ALL YOUNG BOOKWORMS
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Bath Children's Literature Festival: the hunt is on for junior journalists!
WIN the chance to be a Junior Journalist
at this autumn’s Bath Children’s Literature Festival.
How would you like to meet your favourite authors face-to-face and go backstage at Europe’s largest kids’ book festival? Bath Children's Literature Festival is looking for three talented young people to win one of three places as Junior Journalists at this year’s festival.
Who can enter?
The competition is open to children between seven and 17. There are three age groups in the competition, 7–9, 9–11 and 12 and over.
What's the prize?
The three chosen Junior Journalists will join the festival team for the festival. They’ll get to attend a number of events (to be decided between the winners and the festival organisers) report on those events and to go behind the scenes to meet the visiting authors. Reports by Junior Journalists will be posted on the festival website. Plus, there will be a bundle of free books to take home at the end of the festival.
How to enter?
Simply write a review of your favourite book in no more than 200 words and why you would recommend it. Send your entries to: info@bathfestivals.org.uk by the deadline of Wednesday 31 August and don’t forget to include your name, age, address and email contact.
Find out more at bathfestivals.org.uk
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Valley Fest, 4-7 August, Chew Valley Lake
Valley Fest, the best-tasting music festival in the South West festival, will take place alongside Chew Valley Lake, near Bristol, between 4-7 August 2022.
Travis, Clean Bandit, Faithless (DJ set), Roni Size with Dynamite MC, Kosheen and The Craig Charles Funk and Soul Club will headline. Valley Fest has joined forces with Arcadia: the performance art collective best known for their iconic, 50 ft fire-spitting spider at Glastonbury. At Valley Fest, they are bringing the Afterburner stage – built from a Rolls Royce jet engine.
There’ll also be food from Josh and Holly Eggleton, Rob Howell of Root and many more – plus a family friendly area, spa area, and new ‘regeneration’ area to showcase all things regenerative: from food, farming, gardening, beauty and drinks.
Read the full line up by clicking here.
Expect hedge-to-hedge Somerset sparkle and plenty of nonsense with a spectacular soundtrack and magnificent menu. Tickets are £170 (plus booking fee), available at the Valley Fest website: valleyfest.co.uk
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BACK IN TIME | THE LIFE OF DINOSAURS
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'Hatching the Past – American Dinosaur Explorers', 16 July-31 December
Visit The American Museum and Gardens and take a rare and exciting look at the life of dinosaurs through their eggs, nests and embryos.
A captivating experience for all ages, Hatching the Past invites visitors to touch real dinosaur bones and reconstructed nests, dig for eggs in our interactive dig pits, and view animated video presentations. This fully multi-media experience helps give credence to long debated theories that dinosaurs and birds are closely related.
americanmuseum.org
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HERITAGE | BIG WIN FOR THE ABBEY
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| Bath Abbey Wins 2022 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award |
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Bath Abbey has been recognised by Tripadvisor as a 2022 Travellers’ Choice award winner.
The award celebrates businesses that have received great traveller reviews from visitors around the globe on Tripadvisor over the last 12 months. As challenging as the past year was, Bath Abbey stood out by consistently delivering positive experiences to visitors.
To see visitor reviews and popular activities & features of Bath Abbey, visit tripadvisor.co.uk | bathabbey.org
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LOOKING BACK | OVERGROWN GARDENS
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| Words by Andrew Swift |
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| Prior Park |
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News that restoration of the middle lake at Prior Park allows visitors to see the Palladian Bridge once more reflected in its still waters prompts the first of this week’s archive photos.
It was taken around 1870, when the gardens had been left to their own devices for decades, and the bridge was regarded as little more than a handy place for schoolboys to carve their initials. Ivy twined round its columns, saplings sprouted from its crumbling stonework and vegetation choked the lake. The condition of the bridge, parlous though it was, however, was as nothing compared to the chapel further up the hill. This is seen in the second photo, also taken around 1870, looking almost like a ruin from Ancient Rome. Work on the chapel had started in 1844, but the money ran out and it was left, unfinished and roofless, until 1872, when the architect, Joseph Scoles, was brought back in to finish the job. It was completed ten years later, and the art historian Nikolaus Pevsner has described it as ‘the most impressive church interior of its date in the country’. The bridge too – despite being scored by graffiti – looks a whole lot better than it did a century and a half ago.
akemanpress.com
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PROPERTY | IT'S GOOD MEWS WEEK
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| Circus Mews, Bath |
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Offered for sale by Bath estate agents Cobb Farr
Nash Gardens is located within Circus Mews: a prestigious development constructed approximately 32 years ago by ARC Homes. It was one of the first modern townhouse developments built within the city of Bath and was constructed to a high quality and exacting specification at the time.
Conveniently situated behind the King’s Circus, and close to all city centre amenities, Circus Mews enjoys a quiet and tranquil location with very little traffic passing through.
This townhouse has been owned twice from build (the present owner from 1996) and has been utilised only occasionally during the last 26 years. The house has a light and airy feel to it with two good-sized bedrooms on the upper floor, one with en-suite and a separate bathroom.
On the first floor there’s a kitchen, and a spacious living room to the rear which overlooks the attractive courtyard and partial views into the rear gardens of The Circus. The rear courtyard is accessed through an archway, where there’s a highly-valued, internal double garage, and on the ground floor is a third bedroom/study to the front. Offers are invited in excess of £725,000
To see more of this splendid central city property, click here to visit the Cobb Farr website.
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