A new direct bus service linking Bristol Airport with the centre of Bath is to be launched in March, potentially providing a significant boost to the city’s tourist industry, it was revealed today. The service, which will be operated by Bath Bus Company, was announced at Bath Tourism Plus’s (BTP) annual forum. The 200...
A record 200 tourism-related businesses – ranging from cafes and bars to hotels and visitor attractions – are today expected to attend Bath Tourism Plus’ (BTP) annual tourism forum. BTP will use the event at the Hilton Hotel to unveil its 2013 Bath Visitor Guide and Venues Directory and outline its plans for the...
Retailers in Bath are hoping for an all-important sales boost in the crucial dozen days left to Christmas from tomorrow – by offering shoppers a host of special offers and the chance to win £1,000 worth of prizes. More than 40 shops have stayed open late night over the past three Thursdays and this...
Bath’s Christmas Markets are to become the first in the country to gain a Quality Rose Marque from VisitEngland, the national tourist board. VisitEngland chairman Lady Cobham will present Bath Tourism Plus chairman Matt Davis and chief executive Nick Brooks Sykes with the award on Friday. The accolade comes after the markets enjoyed the...
Wind and rain failed to put a dampener on the opening of Bath’s Christmas markets last night. The opening celebrations – complete with the traditional lantern procession – went ahead, just before the heavens opened. With 139 chalet-style stalls, this year’s Christmas markets are the biggest and best in the 12-year history of the...
Bath's biggest-ever Christmas market is officially launched this evening when its 139 chalet-style stalls open to the public. The market, which sells unique and handmade gifts, decorations and food, has become a magnet for visitors to the city over recent years by transforming the quaint streets and square between the Abbey and the Roman...
Somerset entrepreneur and founder of the iconic Mulberry brand Roger Saul is taking on the restaurant world this week, adding a unique movie set inspired ‘pop-up’ restaurant as the latest attraction to his Kilver Court designer village in Shepton Mallet. Using quirky props and lighting to recreate the feel of a British film set,...
Bath’s Christmas lights will be switched on live on national TV this evening by The One Show presenters Matt Baker and Alex Jones. In a major boost for the city’s tourism profile, Bath will form the backdrop to the live BBC show between 7pm and 7.30pm. Comedian John Bishop will be guest of honour...
Cheltenham’s ski jumping star Eddie the Eagle was due to come out of retirement today to jump on the indoor ramp at London’s Ski and Snowboard show. If you’re looking for your own skiing challenge, Travel Editor ANNE GORRINGE provides a little inspiration with a trip to ski the world’s longest ski run… ...
A hundred local businesses are being sought to back next year’s Bath in Fashion Week, which was launched today with Michael Jackson’s costume designer Michael Bush as guest of honour. The ambitious plea for business backing was made at this morning’s VIP preview for next year’s festival, which will again be presented by the...
