Bristol-bath Area news

The wedding of Kieran White and Tilly Christmas

Looking Back: When Mr and Mrs White-Christmas tied the knot in Somerset

Neil Chiddy committed sexual offences against a woman and two children over a number of years.

Neil Chiddy committed sexual offences against a woman and two children over a number of years.

Avon and Somerset Police

Man jailed for 25 years for rape and sexual offences against woman and children

Cdt Sgt Thomas Greaves

Cdt Sgt Thomas Greaves

Local government

Four Somerset cadets appointed to support lord-lieutenant at official events

Typo in Bath from Google Maps for illustrative purposes only.

Typo in Bath from Google Maps for illustrative purposes only.

High street stationery brand to close Somerset store in coming months

The family of a 19-month-old girl with a rare genetic condition affecting only six people in the UK say AI helped them to gain a diagnosis.

The family of a 19-month-old girl with a rare genetic condition affecting only six people in the UK say AI helped them to gain a diagnosis.

Somerset mum says ChatGPT helped save her baby’s life after doctors were baffled

The private boarding and day school near Bath, where Mr Hicks worked until March 2025

The private boarding and day school near Bath, where Mr Hicks worked until March 2025

Independent Schools

Somerset teacher who told pupil 'I would really like to punch your face in' banned

Entrance to Farleigh House on Church Farm Lane in Farleigh Hungerford

Entrance to Farleigh House on Church Farm Lane in Farleigh Hungerford

Luxury Somerset wedding venue loses permission to marry couples

Bath Christmas Market is set to return with more attractions this year.

Bath Christmas Market is set to return with more attractions this year.

Christmas Markets

Bath Christmas Market returns in 2026 with more attractions and traders

Bristol Magistrates' Court

Bristol Magistrates' Court

Bristol Crown Court

Man charged with possession with intent to supply crack cocaine and heroin

University of Bath.

University of Bath.

Somerset-based university named among the best in the UK by The Times

Guests gather at Longleat House as part of a celebration of Longleat's long-standing partnership with Africa Wildlife Charity Tusk

Guests gather at Longleat House as part of a celebration of Longleat's long-standing partnership with Africa Wildlife Charity Tusk

Longleat gala raises over £100,000 for African wildlife conservation

Fire crews responding to a blaze in Somerset for illustrative purposes only.

Fire crews responding to a blaze in Somerset for illustrative purposes only.

Avon and Somerset Police

Large barn fire which destroyed £300k worth of machinery started deliberately

A Grade II-listed former country house hotel near Bath has been sold.

A Grade II-listed former country house hotel near Bath has been sold.

Grade II-listed former country house hotel in Somerset sold for more than £3.75m

Huge smoke plume reported as fire crews tackle large barn fire - LIVE

Huge smoke plume reported as fire crews tackle large barn fire - LIVE

Avon Fire and Rescue Service

Huge smoke plume reported as fire crews tackle large barn fire

Ellen Hoare, key holder at the new Nobody's Child store in Bath

Ellen Hoare, key holder at the new Nobody's Child store in Bath

Popular fashion brand opens its doors in new Somerset premises

Students from years seven and eight from Lift Broadlands in Bristol took part in a hands-on experience at Hill House Farm in Box, near Bath

Students from years seven and eight from Lift Broadlands in Bristol took part in a hands-on experience at Hill House Farm in Box, near Bath

Bristol pupils spend four days on hands-on Somerset farm residential

Outside Cascara Bath.

Outside Cascara Bath.

Much-loved Somerset cafe up for sale with reduced asking price

Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel.

Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel.

Somerset hotel named one of UK’s top spots for a summer relaxation break

Sidcot School announced that 29 per cent of all GCSE and BTEC Level Two grades were 9–7, and 89 per cent were 9–4

Sidcot School announced that 29 per cent of all GCSE and BTEC Level Two grades were 9–7, and 89 per cent were 9–4

Somerset independent school celebrates strong GCSE and BTEC results

Wick Farm wedding venue on the A366 Trowbridge Road in Farleigh Hungerford

Wick Farm wedding venue on the A366 Trowbridge Road in Farleigh Hungerford

Popular Somerset wedding venue wants to add six glamping pods

Adam Fouracre, who is stepping back from the charity he set up in his brother's memory

Adam Fouracre, who is stepping back from the charity he set up in his brother's memory

Interview: Meet the Somerset man whose charity is in his brother's memory

Inside the new restaurant.

Inside the new restaurant.

Major new restaurant launches in Somerset under the Gordon Ramsay brand

Google Maps image of the Bristol to Bath Railway Path for illustrative purposes only.

Google Maps image of the Bristol to Bath Railway Path for illustrative purposes only.

Avon and Somerset Police

Teen arrested after after man injured by bladed weapon on railway path

Popular womenswear retailer opens new store in Bath.

Popular womenswear retailer opens new store in Bath.

Popular womenswear retailer opens new store in Somerset

Avon Fire and Rescue Service

Large grass fire in Somerset prompts emergency services response

Woman 'married to Somerset river' wins council approval to officially protect it

The awards cover services provided at various places across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire, including at Bristol Royal Infirmary.

The awards cover services provided at various places across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire, including at Bristol Royal Infirmary.

Patients encouraged to nominate NHS staff for inaugural Patient Choice Award

Sulis Hospital in Bath will reinvest an estimated back into the local NHS

Sulis Hospital in Bath will reinvest an estimated back into the local NHS

South West hospital set to reinvest estimated £1m back into NHS

Avon and Somerset Police

Former Somerset police officer who harassed colleague sentenced to unpaid work

Royal Victoria Park, Bath.

Royal Victoria Park, Bath.

Man seriously hurt after being hit by car while sitting on bench at popular park

Ann Widdecombe, the former MP and MEP who also featured on Strictly Come Dancing, has died aged 78, her representative has said.

Ann Widdecombe, the former MP and MEP who also featured on Strictly Come Dancing, has died aged 78, her representative has said.

Police launch murder inquiry after death of Ann Widdecombe

Bread Street Kitchen and Bar will be opening in Bath soon.

Bread Street Kitchen and Bar will be opening in Bath soon.

New restaurant run by famous chef set to open in Bath soon

Mayor driving bus

Mayor driving bus

Find out when new bus routes are coming to Somerset and North Somerset

Anya Shrubsole with her MBE following an Investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace

Anya Shrubsole with her MBE following an Investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace

England Cricket

Looking Back: Royal honours for a legend of Somerset cricket

Rosetti House care home in Frome recently organised a special outing for resident Ms Conrad, a former art and fashion design teacher, to the Holburne Museum in Bath

Rosetti House care home in Frome recently organised a special outing for resident Ms Conrad, a former art and fashion design teacher, to the Holburne Museum in Bath

Frome care home resident enjoys trip down memory lane at exhibition

The free clinics will offer practical and emotional advice on all aspects of dementia

The free clinics will offer practical and emotional advice on all aspects of dementia

Specialist dementia support clinics planned across South West

Royal United Hospital Bath.

Royal United Hospital Bath.

Care Quality Commission (CQC)

Somerset hospital given 'requires improvment' CQC rating after breaches found

Dave Chapple is set to launch his new book as part of events in the West Country to mark the centenary of the 1926 General Strike

Dave Chapple is set to launch his new book as part of events in the West Country to mark the centenary of the 1926 General Strike

General Strike of 1926

West Country to host events for 1926 General Strike centenary

Yeovil Magistrates' Court

Yeovil Magistrates' Court

Woman fined after accusing McDonald's of 'selling human remains', court hears

The Rt Revd Michael Beasley began his pilgrimage across Somerset on Tuesday, March 31

The Rt Revd Michael Beasley began his pilgrimage across Somerset on Tuesday, March 31

Somerset bishop undertakes pilgrimage as part of Holy Week

The free clinics will offer practical and emotional advice on all aspects of dementia

The free clinics will offer practical and emotional advice on all aspects of dementia

Dementia support clinics to run in Somerset Nationwide branches

Team GB celebrated their greatest Winter Olympics at Milano-Cortina 2026 - and Somerset played a huge part in that

Team GB celebrated their greatest Winter Olympics at Milano-Cortina 2026 - and Somerset played a huge part in that

Why Somerset should become Team GB's Winter Olympic weapon

Wealthtime has become an official club partner of Bath Rugby

Wealthtime has become an official club partner of Bath Rugby

Bath-based business teams up with city rugby club in new partnership

Holy Trinity School, Yeovil.

Holy Trinity School, Yeovil.

Multiple schools in Somerset receive national recognition from Secretary of State

Food served at Olive Tree Bath.

Food served at Olive Tree Bath.

Multiple Avon and Somerset restaurants named in new 2026 Michelin Guide

Bristol Airport has announced a new two-year charity partnership with Children's Hospice South West

Bristol Airport has announced a new two-year charity partnership with Children's Hospice South West

Bristol Airport

Bristol Airport announces new charity partnership

Bristol Crown Court.

Bristol Crown Court.

Somerset Who Wants To Be A Millionaire contestant court ordered to pay back £4m

Christopher Monro, 30, murdered his father in February

Christopher Monro, 30, murdered his father in February

Son who admitted to murdering elderly father jailed for life

Somerset named among most festive counties for Christmas 2025.

Somerset named among most festive counties for Christmas 2025.

Somerset named among most festive counties in the UK for Christmas 2025

Ewan Richards turning out for Bath Rugby

Ewan Richards turning out for Bath Rugby

Homegrown hero 'excited to keep building' after clinching title this year

Ministers have launched a consultation on licensing reform.

Ministers have launched a consultation on licensing reform.

Government plans for secret alcohol licensing notices 'attack public's right to know'

Anna Sabine (pictured) and Wera Hobhouse are among the Liberal Democrat MPs in Somerset who are demanding urgent action to protect British dairy farmers

Anna Sabine (pictured) and Wera Hobhouse are among the Liberal Democrat MPs in Somerset who are demanding urgent action to protect British dairy farmers

Two Somerset MPs join call for urgent support for dairy farmers

Charlie Stenson, Charlie Sexton, T-Jay Ralph, and Otto have been crowned Western Counties champions in their respective divisions

Charlie Stenson, Charlie Sexton, T-Jay Ralph, and Otto have been crowned Western Counties champions in their respective divisions

Four Blue Flames boxers crowned Western Counties champions

Police have arrested a man after an incident in Bath.

Police have arrested a man after an incident in Bath.

Police arrest man after he threatened woman with broken glass bottle