Bath & North East Somerset Council

14/06/2026

It's safer and easier for walkers and wheelers to cross these road thanks to some new zebra crossings 👍

📍 Weston Road, Walcot Street & Cotswold Road

These recently completed crossings are part of a programme that's delivering local active travel improvements across Bath & North East Somerset.

13/06/2026

Every child deserves to enjoy water safely. 💙

We’re supporting , the national water safety campaign by Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK , working to prevent drowning through education and awareness.

Learn more and download your free resources via the link in comments 👇

12/06/2026

Got old tech at home? Donate it and help bridge the digital divide in Bath & North East Somerset.

Through BANES Digital Drive, your unused laptops, tablets, computers, and phones can be transformed into essential tools for people who need them most.

Here’s how it works:
🔹 Donate your devices – Drop them at our B&NES library donation points or arrange a collection.
🔹 Secure erasure – Every device is wiped to government standards to keep your data safe.
🔹 Refurbish & redistribute – Working tech is upgraded and given to local people; non‑usable items are responsibly recycled.

Your old device could become someone’s access to education, work, or vital online services.
A simple donation makes a real difference.

Find out how to donate and make an impact - link in the comments.

12/06/2026

Did you know that Bath Record Office is currently displaying the GayWest archives? 💡

GayWest is one of the oldest LGBT+ social and support groups in England. This important collection shares the history of Bath’s LGBT+ community from 1974 to 2020.

This will be on display in the Guildhall reception until Thursday 2 July. 📆

11/06/2026

Travelling to Bath for the University of Bath Open Days?

There are some diversions in the city centre as we make road and travel improvements and we’re expecting a busy weekend.

Please give yourself time to complete your journey and if you are travelling into the city why not try one of our three Park & Ride services? 🅿️+🚌

Did you know there's a dedicated shuttle bus service between the Lansdown Park & Ride site and the university for the Open Days, which runs every 10 minutes throughout the day?

Visit TravelWest to help plan your journey - link in the comments 👇

10/06/2026

The stunning hanging baskets grown from seed in our Royal Victoria Park nurseries have begun to brighten up streets across B&NES 🌺

Here are some going up in Union Street in Bath today🌼

10/06/2026

Our Trading Standards team is pleased to have supported this investigation. The council does all we can to prevent loan sharks from ruining lives.

Anyone who has been affected by illegal money lending can call the Stop Loan Sharks 24/7 helpline on 0300 555 2222 or access support online at www.stoploansharks.co.uk

A suspected loan shark was arrested in Bath today. We worked alongside South West Regional Organised Crime Unit and Bath and North East Somerset Trading Standards to make the arrest.

Need help? Call 0300 555 2222.

Full story: https://www.stoploansharks.co.uk/loan-shark-suspects-arrested-following-operation-in-bath/

10/06/2026

The Active Way is a walking, cycling, and wheeling project offering free activities to help people in Bath and North East Somerset build confidence and make walking, wheeling, and cycling part of everyday journeys.
We are offering a series of FREE sessions during June and July

🚶‍♀️ Walking & Wheeling Group
🕙 Wednesdays, 9:30am to 12pm
📍 Moves around the Somer Valley
A weekly group exploring local routes. We have 2 groups, one for people who need a slow pace which is fully accessible. beginning their walking journey and accessible for people who use wheelchairs. We’ll help you set goals and build stamina so you can bring walking or wheeling into your daily routine.

🚴 Ride Group
🕑 Thursdays, 10am to 12pm
📍 Starts in Radstock and moves around the Somer Valley
A weekly led cycle ride exploring local routes. Bikes and equipment provided — helmet, lights, and high vis vest.

Want to get involved? See links in the comments below.