WHAT IS GOING ON

What’s on in August

The Play That Goes Wrong at the Theatre Royal Bath

Billy Ocean will perform at The Bath Festival Finale Weeked

ARTISTS’ SHOWCASE Throughout July

n Out of the Blue Gallery,

6 Upper Borough Walls, Bath

A beautiful new gallery right in the heart of Bath is showcasing some of the best British artists and ceramicists. Set across two floors, the gallery is packed with great pieces. Look out for must-see exhibitions arriving at the gallery soon. outofthebluegallery.com

BRLSI: JURASSIC ARK Throughout August

n 16 Queen Square, Bath BA1 2HN BRLSI is bringing a unique collection of 19th-century Somerset fossils right up to date with new discoveries from their recent excavation at the site, which lies beneath the hills near Ilminster, Somerset. Here a beautifully preserved Jurassic ecosystem was discovered, 183 million years old. First displayed in 2014, Jurassic Ark is an exhibition that brings this hidden treasure trove to life, illustrating how these ancient creatures lived and interacted, how they died and were preserved, and what they can tell us of the history of life. brlsi.org

SUMMER SUNDAYS Throughout August

n Various venues and locations in Bath Bath is open and ready to welcome you back this summer. Head into the city this month for Summer Sundays –a programme of entertainment, events and activities for all the family. Discover a plethora of pop-up entertainment around the city centre including performances from Jane Austen dancers and samba bands; free face painting; arts and crafts workshops and plenty more. welcometobath.co.uk/summer-sundays

YOGA & WELLBEING PROGRAMME Every Thursday throughout August

n American Museum & Gardens Join the American Museum & Gardens’ yoga experts from the YMCA as they take you through a themed yoga class each week. A typical class will include standing and seated yoga postures designed to ease, stretch and relax you. americanmuseum.org

CHILDREN’S YOGA Every Friday during school holidays

n American Museum & Gardens In partnership with Bath YMCA yoga experts, the museum is offering two wellbeing sessions –one for 4–7-year-olds and one for 8–11-year-olds. The classes are designed to allow children to explore yoga and mindfulness around a story or a theme that changes each week, ending with relaxation. americanmuseum.org

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG 3–7 August

n Saw Close, Bath BA1 1ET The Cornley Drama Society are putting on a 1920s murder mystery, but as the title suggests, everything that can go wrong… does! As the accident-prone thesps battle on against all the odds to reach their final curtain call, hilarious results ensue. theatreroyal.org.uk

THE LEGEND OF THE WHITE MOUSE 5 August, on Zoom

n Online by U3A U3A in Bath is an organisation for retired people who want to find purposeful activity, enjoyment and companionship. It is an organisation fully driven by its members who for a nominal fee are able to participate in a range of activities from the purely educational to the recreational. The only criterion for joining is that of being retired. This month, Paul Barwick is set to speak at the lecture entitled The Legend of the White Mouse, the Nancy Wake story. Visit the website for times and updates. u3ainbath.org.uk

BATH FESTIVAL FINALE WEEKEND 7 August

n Bath Recreation Ground The two-day live music spectacular will be taking place at Bath Recreation Ground,

Yoga at the American Museum & Gardens

Picnic Prom with Classico Latino will be performing at Iford Festival on 21 August

in the heart of the city. The first day will see the likes of McFly, Scouting For Girls, Gabrielle, Orla Gartland, Lauran Hibberd, Josh Gray, Novacub, George Pelham, Dessie Magee, Luna Lake and more grace the stage. Buckle in for a weekend of non-stop entertainment. bathfestivals.org.uk

BATH FESTIVAL FINALE WEEKEND 8 August

n Bath Recreation Ground On the second day of the festival, expect to see musical legends. Enjoy absolute classics from the likes of UB40 featuring Ali Campbell and Astro, Billy Ocean, Fun Lovin' Criminals, Seth Lakeman, Twinnie, Bloco B, Hannah Grace, Casey Lowry, Life in Mono and loads more. A festival not to be missed! bathfestivals.org.uk

ROMEO & JULIET 10 August, 5.30pm –10.30pm

n The Holburne Museum The Fools are dusting off their instruments and stepping back into the great outdoors, with a brand new production of Romeo & Juliet. Prepare for a carnival of passion and imagination, as The Fools present the world’s bestknown love story. calf2cow.co.uk/garden-theatre-festival

GARDEN GROOVES 13 August

n American Museum & Gardens Enjoy a glass or two of American-inspired drinks while taking in the museum’s lovely gardens and the stunning views across the Limpley Stoke valley, all the while listening to live music, brought to you by the best in the local music scene. americanmuseum.org

IFORD FESTIVAL 21 August –18 September

n Belcombe Court, Bradford-on-Avon The Iford Festival is returning to the stunning 18th-century grounds of Belcombe Court on 21 August. Rarely open to the public, the Grade I listed house is set in 60 acres of glorious formal gardens, parkland and woodland, and the organisers are taking full advantage of the outdoors for this exciting series of events in a spectacular saddlespan structure. Picnic Prom with Classico Latino will be going ahead on 21 August and actor David Threlfall will be narrating Peter & the Wolf on 22 August. ifordarts.org.uk

LAWRENCES AUCTIONEERS 27 August

n Throughout Bath and Bristol Lawrences Auctioneers are running free home visits on 27 August from 9am –5pm. Valuer Andy Sagar will be available to value your objects and antiques throughout Bath and Bristol. lawrences.co.uk n

LOOKING AHEAD

GREAT BATH FEAST 24–26 September

n Around the city centre The Great Bath Feast’s festival weekend is set to take place from 24–26 September, followed by fringe events throughout October. The festival line-up features many of Bath’s renowned and much-loved culinary stars, including Ping Coombes, 2014 MasterChef winner; Chris Cleghorn from The Olive Tree; Richard Buckley from OAK; Gavin Edney from The Elder and more. Starting at Milsom Street and leading to New Bond Street, the streets will be lined with an array of market stalls that offer the best local and international food and drink. For three full days, food and drink enthusiasts can enjoy a buzzing market atmosphere. greatbathfeast.co.uk