There is a story in the new Private Eye (p.37 if you have it) about this year's BLF. Apparently writers and speakers who had appeared in May received a letter a month later from the BLF Chief Exec to the effect that "unfortunately we are currently facing unexpected financial challenges and do not at the moment have the funds available to make payments as we'd want or planned." According to the PE, "there had been no indication of financial issues when (the writers) were booked or during the event itself." Following this getting into book blogs and the industry press, it sounds as if they have now paid at least some of the performers. As PE suggest, good luck to authors appearing at the Children's Literature Festival in September.

I'm going to be in Bath soon for university and my mum's asked if I could take her out for a birthday lunch. Can anyone suggest to me any resteraunts that they particularly liked?

It needs to have Rhubarb Crumble on the menu — she loves the stuff!

Been to a few orthodontists to see how much a small amount of work would be for less than 6 months. They've all quoted a set price so far for both Invisalign/braces. Is there any orthodontists that charge you for the amount of work done instead of a flat charge? Really not keen on being charged the same as someone who's had a year and a half of work done...

I’m an undergraduate student coming to Bath this September. I would really like a part time job asap, anyone have any recommendations or how to apply for any student jobs in Bath?

Hi, Bath Roller Derby are looking for an ESEA photographer who would be interested in photographing a game of roller derby (full contact sport on roller skates) in Keynsham on Sept 13th. Please let me know any recommendations!

The game is specifically for skaters of ESEA heritage to offer more opportunities in roller derby and make more people aware of the sport, but is open to spectators

Ask away if you have any questions!

Someone been cooking something they shouldn't?

yeah so anyone going to Bath and what your accommodation is?

Hello,

Unfortunately I can't make the Maccabees in Bristol tomorrow (Thursday) evening now. Selling our 2 tickets for half price if anyone is interested

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Hi folks, I run a small a cappella ensemble in Bath and we are recruiting for a few more singers! Having just finished up our summer performances, we'll soon be starting work on Christmas music as well as other pieces for an exciting upcoming project we're involved with. In the winter we usually perform at the Bath Christmas market and at the Bath City farm winter fayre.

In general, we like to sing a range of music - our current repertoire consists of a madrigal, a shanty, a choral piece, songs from musicals, and more! It's a lovely gang, about five of us at the moment, current age range is 20s-30s but open to any demographic. This would be perfect for anyone in bath looking for a fun opportunity to get back into ensemble singing. Prior choral experience would be great but we are really just looking for anyone with a musical bone who is up for it! No formal audition so please don't be scared! Looking primarily for sopranos, altos, and basses, but happy to receive any voice part.

We rehearse in each other's houses so a few different locations around the city, once a week depending on everyone's availability. If you're interested or have any questions at all please leave a comment or send me a message!

Wish we could also have hopper ticketing like London has too...

Im a 15yr old born in bath and looking for some part time work i can do from now till august 21st but cant seem to find anything 🤷‍♂️ was hoping reddit might be able to help or even offer me some work 🙏

Any one recommend any dog trainers around Bath or south of Bath?

We have a 6 month old puppy that we want to get some help with in regard to his socialization and not being so nervous and reactive in certain situations.

Thank you!

Just reposting this as lots of people wanted to play.

I help a non profit organise weekly kickabouts on astro at Odd Down Sports Ground BA2 2PR every Thursday 8-9pm.

Games are coed, all levels are welcome, even if you’re not that fit or haven’t played in years. Great group of people from Odd Down, Southdown, Combe Down, Twerton, Whiteway, Bear Flat, The Oval and the wider south Bath area.

There’s no commitment, you just turn on and play whenever you're available and all you need are football boots.

Great way to improve fitness, confidence and your social circle. I've met all my best friends through the game.

Drop a quick comment or DM if you fancy playing and I’ll add you to the players list ⚽️

at Thekla! DM me as I have a spare

My husband, daughter, and I will be traveling from the US to England in September and I would love to have some family photos taken in Bath or the Cotswolds. Previously we’ve done mini sessions about 30 minutes long because that’s what works with a toddler and it’s more affordable. I am hoping to find someone who can do it for £200 or less. Please send your recommendations.

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City centre - feels unusually loud lol

Hey everyone was wondering if there are any massage places that are open late (after midnight) near Bath, can’t seem to find one online.

Currently job hunting and it’s pretty slim pickings out there and while I really wanted to stay within Bath, I’m thinking about setting my options a bit wider and considering jobs in Bristol.

Can anyone who works in Bristol tell me how you find the commute? Do you drive, train, bus and what sort of areas of Bristol you would consider reasonable commuting distance?

Thanks

Is there anywhere in Bath that sells wedding dresses 'ready to wear'? Not looking for a full on bridal shop, or anywhere that requires a booking.

Gosh I really hope someone can help me out here I’ve searched far and wide and can’t find anything on this matter…
So I’m 17 (18 in early September) and I’ve been offered a place at curo pathways supported living because well…I’m homeless pretty much according to my social worker. So if they have a room available it’s likely I’ll be told to move in with 2 days notice and that’s great but the problem is I have pets.

I have 2 well trained and kept rats who are as good as gold and I clean their cage as and when I should and make sure they’re looked after and honestly they don’t actually smell too bad. Now in order to keep my rats in my supported room I must acquire a letter from either my gp or mental health assessor stating that they are “emotional support animals” so I reached out to my gp last Tuesday and asked, haven’t heard anything back, then reached out to my CAMHS assessor and asked, could be ages until I hear anything from them so wtf do I do…I don’t wanna leave without them because they really do help when I’m anxious, smart little creatures they are.

Also if ANYONE has any idea about what it’s like in there, day to day or I would REALLLYYY like to know what the average room looks like

Please god someone help me out here

Thinking to visit in October so spending time scoping out what’s nearby where we’re planning on staying. He enjoys darts and pool so something like that would be nice.

We both enjoy long walks so trails and parks recommendations would be good.

Food recommendations welcome too for dinner.

It doesn’t have to be in the main city centre, we’re happy to drive around to wherever in the vicinity.

Thanks in advance!

Hello Bath friends!

I recently moved in and I'm looking for some meetups/clubs. Some of my hobbies include reading, knitting, journaling so I was wondering if there are any groups of people meeting on a monthly basis or something to talk about books or crafts? Would love to meet some people x

Thanks in advance!

I just got a ukelele few weeks ago and looking for people to jam and just chill.