Bath Life – Issue 482 by MediaClash

ISSUE 482 / 4 – 17 NOVEMBER 2022 / £3

BATH PROPERTY AWARDS LAUNCH AT

THE IVY

ISSUE 482 / 4 – 17 NOVEMBER 2022 / WHITER SHADES

THE LIGHT, BRIGHT WAY TO ACCESSORISE

KITCHEN SYNC

STYLE, STORAGE AND THE BEST UTENSILS FOR THE HEART OF THE HOME

GRAND DESIGNS THE LATEST PROJECT NEWS FROM OUR LOCAL ARCHITECTS

THE JOY OF NOYA’S UPLIFTING DINING AT THE AWARD WINNING RESTAURANT

MOVIE MAGIC

THE FIVE-STARS, DO NOT MISS, FILMBATH IS BACK

GWYNETH STRONG / JONNY GOULD / CLEVELAND POOLS

EDITOR’S LETTER

ABOVE: Looking at the details, like these from Neptune, that can make a kitchen gorgeous (page14); OPPOSITE: Verity Genco on the season of the pear (page 56)

wasn’t very well recently – thankfully it wasn’t anything serious, but it was very, very boring. Especially for those poor souls who happened to casually ask me how I was. But whinging about ailments aside, the reason I bring this up is my youngest is a part-time kitchen porter at Noya’s Kitchen. He, of course, loves it there. And when he mentioned in passing to owner Noya Pawlyn that I was a little poorly, she insisted on him taking home a plate of creamy satay tofu and rice. Nourishing, delicious, and an uplifting pick-me-up. Everything about Noya’s Kitchen is what’s great about a Bath indie business – it’s born of love, passion and talent. But don’t just take my, very obviously biased, word for it, turn to page 52 and read about our deputy editor Lydia Tewkesbury’s first time visit to the Vietnamese gem. Meantime I’ve stayed in a lot recently (did I tell you I’ve been a little under the weather? Zzzzz), but I’ve realised I don’t have a favourite seat in the house. However, the minute I saw La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames, as seen on our cover and again over on page 47, I knew that if I owned this stunningly sleek organic design classic, it would become my most favourite seat – anywhere. This beauty would be dragged everywhere with me, like a beloved plus 1. Elsewhere, on page 14, we look at how to revamp your kitchen, and over on page 80 we explore five stunning projects from Bath’s architects. Enjoy, and see you in a fortnight. (But if you see me before then, just don’t ask me how I am…)

SARAH MOOLLA Follow us on Twitter @BathLifeMag Instagram @bathlifemag

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 3

Issue 482 / 4 – 17 November 2022 COVER La Chaise designed by Charles and Ray Eames and available at 8 Holland Street; www.8hollandstreet.com (page 7)

INTERIORS © PHOTOO_TOM

14 KITCHENS Simple ways to refresh your most important room

THE ARTS

35 36 43 44

ARTS INTRO The artisan Widcombe Christmas Market returns WHAT’S ON Theatre, music, comedy, art and more BOOKS Mr B on fab reads this fall FILMS Ten days of an action-packed FilmBath

SHOPPING

47 SHOP LEAD Sitting pretty with an Eames classic 48 EDITOR’S CHOICE Whiter shades of pale

FOOD&DRINK

52 RESTAURANT REVIEW Bath favourite, Noya’s Kitchen 56 FOOD & DRINK The tastiest newsfeed in town

BUSINESS

65 BATHWORKS Local business news, views, and interviews 69 BIZ Q&A Dominic Bourquin of Monahans 71 AWARDS Q&A Two-time winners Aspire to Move

PROPERTY 73 74 76 80

PROPERTY INTRO Bath’s Fashion Museum is on the move PROPERTY NEWS Updates from the market PROPERTY SHOWCASE A stylish home in trendy Bruton ARCHITECTURE Five buildings for the future

DEPARTMENTS

9 11 27 29 61 63 90

SPOTLIGHT The return of the Bath Half INSTAS Autumnal delights FLATLINE For the love of gizmos and gadgets SOCIETY Word up at Bath Kid’s Literature Festival BEAUTY Calling in at the new Thérapie Clinic EDUCATION Best bedtimes for school age children BATH LIVES Charity auctioneer extraordinaire Jonny Gould

Editor Sarah Moolla sarah.moolla@mediaclash.co.uk Deputy editor Lydia Tewkesbury lydia.tewkesbury@mediaclash.co.uk Managing editor Deri Robins deri.robins@mediaclash. co.uk Senior art editor Andrew Richmond Graphic design Megan Allison Cover design Trevor Gilham Contributors Sarah Baker, Victoria Bond, Nic Bottomley, Elsie Chadwick, David Flatman, John Mather, and Matilda Walton Group commercial manager Pat White pat.white@mediaclash.co.uk Business development manager Annabel North annabel.north@ mediaclash.co.uk Business development manager Dan Nichols dan.nichols@mediaclash.co.uk Production and distribution manager Sarah Kingston sarah.kingston@mediaclash. co.uk Deputy production manager Kirstie Howe kirstie.howe@mediaclash.co.uk Production designer Matt Gynn matt.gynn@mediaclash.co.uk / Gemma Bourne gemma.bourne@ mediaclash.co.uk Chief executive Jane Ingham jane.ingham@mediaclash.co.uk Chief executive Greg Ingham greg.ingham@mediaclash.co.uk Bath Life MediaClash, Carriage Court, 22 Circus Mews, Bath, BA1 2PW. tel: 01225 475800; www.mediaclash.co.uk Instagram @TheMediaClash ©All rights reserved. May not be reproduced without written permission of MediaClash. We’re a Bath-based publisher, creative agency and event organiser Magazines Our portfolio of regional magazines celebrates the best of local living: Bath, Bristol, Cardiff and Exeter. Agency From the design and build of websites to digital marketing and creating company magazines, we can help. Events We create, market, promote and operate a wide variety of events both for MediaClash and our clients Contact: info@mediaclash.co.uk

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 7

SPOTLIGHT Bath Half

RUNNER’S HIGH The sun shone brightly for the return of the Bath Half Marathon on 16 October. 7,000 runners thronged the streets for t e 0t anniversary event w ic was t e first in two years. This year saw lots of new additions to the Half, which began back in 1982, including new methods of tackling congestion, a race village in Royal Victoria Park and a smaller community event on the 15th, including the Family Fun Run, wheelchair and walking frame races and a free cycle event. T e men’s race was won by adar mar in one our five minutes and three seconds, while the women’s title was claimed by Atsede Gidey in one hour, 11 minutes and 53 seconds. “We’d like to thank our runners, spectators, local community volunteers, medical team, charity partners and all ot er sta involved for elping deliver t e weekend’s events says Andrew Taylor, race director of Bath Half Marathon. “We’re grateful for the continuing support of Bath and North ast omerset ouncil and ot er key stake olders This year’s event saw multiple world record attempts, yet to be verified and reported over million raised by c arity runners via ust iving wit significant furt er funds to follow in the next few weeks and from other fundraising platforms. For more: www.bathhalf.co.uk

Jonathan Cornish, men’s winner Kadar Omar and Freddie Hessian

Daniel Hill

Courtney Sperring

Sophie Wood, women’s winner Atsede Gidey and Jessica Craig

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 9

SPOTLIGHT

YOU’RE SO GOLDEN Autumn is a favourite season in Bath – and it’s not hard to see why. Watch the city cycle through all the shades of golden as we slide gracefully into the cooler months

@ahappybathonian

@wordyelaine

@becky_leyton

@assh.shots

@klucaptures

@tobyfowles

@travelerduygu

@travelwithveronicca

@photoo_Tom

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 11

“We like to display a collection of the client’s favourite cook books”

Charlotte Wright of Hobson’s Choice notes open shelving can be used for storage and as a room divide, as well as for personalising a space

14 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

KITCHENS

KITCHEN SYNC Little touches that can make your kitchen extra special By John Mather

oes your kitchen need a reboot? Relax – we aren’t talking cabinet res u es because we’ve all ad our fill of t ose rig t now T is is about spicing up your d cor adding a few pinc es of t e rig t accessories and getting sassy wit your s elving ur t ink tank of local kitc en experts s are t eir budget busting ideas from smart storage to funky wallpaper taking in lus plants vintage knick knacks and bold wall art along t e way

LEFT ON THE SHELF

John Law of Woodhouse and Law advises utilising the outdoors in your kitchen space

p until a few years ago a kitc en renovation could safely be presumed to revolve around wall mounted cabinets above your countertops ut today open s elves ave become more popular t could be for practical ease of use or in keeping wit t e trend of eliminating clutter easier to spot t e forever lurking out of date sticky marinade bottle lus it lends itself to simple design tricks obson’s oice senior design consultant arlotte rig t explains isplaying personal items and knick knacks is one of t e easiest ways to accessorise a kitc en space to bring out your individuality and c aracter all units and open s elving provide t e perfect place to present t e favourite anti uity or artefact from your travels positioned alongside colourful cookbooks and textured utensils tilising bespoke s elving suc as t e imadesio enit s elving t is look can be designed to perfectly fit any space w et er it be t e kitc en pantry or living area sing an innovative oor to ceiling mounting system it can be positioned along a wall or free standing wit in t e room providing opportunities to subtly divide spaces wit useful storage sing basic everyday kitc en items suc as cookbooks and making more of t em is a simple way to add personality as o n Law creative director at ood ouse and Law notes e like to display a collection of t e client’s favourite cook books wit in our sc emes adding instant colour c aracter and interest to a space talking point t ese books often tell a story of s ared meals wit family and friends reminders of c eris ed conversations laug ter landmarks ceremony and celebration nd ow we arrange even t e plates can ave an impact on ow our kitc en can make us feel as laire irkbec senior designer wit eptune at explains Layer up accessories of di erent uses in groups some functional yet attractive ot ers t at just make us feel appy w en we walk into t e room www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 15

KITCHENS RISING FLOUR POWER

Another design hack is plants, and it doesn’t need to be a forest to have an impact. Kelly Marie Hawker Hicks, creative director, business owner, and designer with Kelly Marie Kitchen Interiors, says, “There’s a long list of plants that work well in the kitchen – my favourites include aloe vera, peace lily, English ivy, Chinese evergreen, and the African spear. A single plant, strategically placed, can look great. “Also making them a must-have piece of decor – and for any room in the home, really – is that they come with a whole host of health benefits T ey absorb carbon dioxide release oxygen and remove levels of toxic vapours t’s also t is juxtaposition of organic matter against t e materials found in the kitchen that appeals to interior designer

John Law. “By the nature of their function and need for practicality, kitchens will invariably have a collection of hard materials at their core: granite or quartz on the worktops; glazed tiles or glass splashbacks; wipeable cabinetry. Adding some much-needed contrast to these finis es is key w en putting t e final touc es to any kitc en project ntroducing texture particularly in organic form is crucial to t is Often the kitchen will overlook the garden, so bringing the outside in not only provides t at texture but also links t e two spaces subtly and seamlessly. “Introducing an oversized vase furnished with lofty twigs to the kitchen island, or carved timber bowls to a worktop, can instantly help achieve this contrast, w ilst creating a sense of warmt and calm

“There’s a long list of plants that work well in the kitchen”

The health benefits of plants make them a must have in the kitchen, says Kelly Marie Hawker Hicks

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 17

KITCHENS Wallpaper can transform a kitchen, like this design by Divine Savages

PICTURE THIS

Even if your kitchen isn’t open plan, it’s a space that will still benefit from t e clever use of art t could be a few frames of p otograp s or paintings or a sculpture perc ed in amongst your open s elving eptune’s laire irkbeck says kitc en is a practical environment but adding artwork will make it an inviting one too f you’ve c osen a paired back cabinetry look adding art pieces on t e walls clear of cabinetry will give t e room a sense of identity isplaying your artistic side in t e kitc en is a great way of expressing your style and adding visual interest to a space agrees arlotte rig t of obson’s oice Look to complement t e existing kitc en furniture or example a sand beige gold aluminium finis on an island can be beautifully o set wit a bold red wall mounted abstract

18 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

“By covering one kitchen wall in a bold design you can create a really striking focal point”

ou can also take t e artistry up a notc and look at wallpapers Traditionally s unned in t e kitc en for fear of umidity and food splas es t ese days wallpaper wit a vinyl finis can act as a barrier to moisture and grease and w en applied properly can last for years t is also muc easier to replace t an tiles or splas backs T e visuals are gorgeous too amie atkins co founder of ivine avages w ic specialises in luxury wallpaper and fabric says allpaper can transform a kitc en and provide t e starting point for your colour sc eme y covering one wall in a bold design you can create a really striking focal point in t e kitc en T en pick out a core colour from t e wallpaper and complement it by painting cabinets in t e same s ade T e closer t e colour matc t e stronger t e impact will be

FREE STYLE IT

reestanding kitc en units are a cost e ective way of updating a kitc en and injecting it wit some c aracter says ani Taylor product and creative director at ox ox n older properties w ic can often ave uneven walls or awkward angles standalone pieces work muc better t an fitted units and you can c ange t e layout around w enever you please Look out for multi purpose functions in a single unit suc as our aton itc en sland crafted from beautiful mango wood it is perfect for extra

For a cost-effective way of updating a kitchen, Dani Taylor of Cox & Cox suggests a freestanding kitchen unit

20 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

prep space and as deep open s elves for storage or display T e open s elves also allow you to see more oor space w ic makes t e kitc en look more spacious ts rugged marble countertop provides room for a bar stool or two for t at all important cup of tea arlotte rig t says n a kitc en wit an island breakfast bar or an adjacent dining area t e c oice of seating and table can be used to directly contrast or complement t e style of t e kitc en and can also be easily relocated or rearranged if needed

KITCHENS

“Adding artwork will make your kitchen an inviting environment ”

James Horsfall of Bath Kitchen Company suggests considering lighting as a form of art

LIGHT THE WAY

Cleverly planned illumination can not only bring the kitchen out of the s adows but can also be used for dramatic e ect onsider lig ting as a piece of artwork in the kitchen and dining space,” says James orsfall of at itc en ompany y not make a feature of it wit a punc y pendant or some classic wall ung lig ts arlotte rig t adds T ere is a wealt of intricately details lig ting options to suit any style, from industrial metallics by Buster and Punch to more sculptural, and blown pieces by rokis n a kitc en space aving di erent lig ting stages can be elpful for example, a full brightness setting for cooking and preparing food, and a lower dining ambience for cosy meals wit friends and family

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 21

KITCHENS FOOD COLOURING

“Too often the focus is on cabinetry and worktops alone and other elements, such as colours, are an afterthought,” says Kirsty Lake, creative director at Etons of Bath. “In terms of colour choices, it’s key that they suit the clients’ style and work in harmony with adjoining rooms, and also to ensure that the colours on walls, window dressings, ooring worktops kitc en furniture and lig ting all work together. “It’s also important to consider that the metals and finis es align from di erent woods and

Etons of Bath’s Kirsty Lake advises you to look at colour usage from every angle, including the metal finishes and the wood veneers

22 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

veneers through to metal light switches, pendants and taps.” Looking at your existing colour scheme and then picking these out in accessories is a cost e ective and immediate way to refres your kitchen, as Bath Kitchen Company’s ames orsfall explains olour coordinating accessories can be a good way of tying in the kitchen to the rest of the house. This could be as simple as bringing in some pieces like a vase and mugs that match the colours you already have in the dining room and living space.” n

“Too often, elements such as colours are an afterthought”

It’s all about the little details… 8 Pulteney Terrace, Bath, BA2 4HJ Email: kelly@kellymariekitchens.com Showroom: 01225 481881 Mobile: 07796 554466 www.kellymariekitchens.com @kellymariekitcheninteriors | Supplier: www.haecker-kuechen.de

KITCHENS

KITCHEN SHOP A little locally sourced inspo to pep up the best room in the house

3 2

6 8 7

SHOPPING LIST

1. Miconos pendant light by Artemide, £469; www.hollowaysofludlow.com 2. Sgraffito stripe creamer jug in turmeric by Musango, £17.95; www.homefrontinteriors.co.uk 3. Keith Brymer Jones measuring cup set, £30; www.lucaandfig.com 4. Traditional kettle in copper by Bosch, £49.99; www.coopershomeappliances.com 5. Pink phalaenopsis orchid, £50; www.crescentflowers.co.uk 6. Speckled dinnerware in blush, prices start at £70 per set; www.coxandcox.co.uk 7. Harley Quinn print, £30; www.flamingobath.co.uk 8. Antiqued ceramic green artichoke by Gisela Graham, £21; www.rossitersofbath.com 9. Belmont glass jars, prices start at £24; www.neptune.com 10. The Clarence Court Eggstravaganza cook book, £20; www.clarenceboutique.co.uk 11. Jelly & Cake oven gloves, £20; www.juliadavey.com 12. Veggies mauve square tablecloth, £120; www.avenidahome.com

24 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

FOR A BEAUTIFUL HOME VISIT OUR HOLT SHOWROOM

R E S TO RAT I O N & H E R I TAG E S P E C I A L I S T I N B AT H A N D S U R RO U N D I N G S • Sash Window Restoration & draught proofing • • Premium painting & decorating, wallpapering • • Wet rooms & bathrooms full refurbishment • • Bespoke hand painted kitchens • • Plastering, carpentry, tiling •

01225 300414 | mail@nexusofbath.co.uk | www.nexusofbath.co.uk

Ham Green, Holt, Wiltshire BA14 6PX Tel: 01225 308541 info@formosakbb.co.uk www.formosakbb.co.uk

Attention Business Owners and Directors Do you need more than just accounts and tax returns from your accountant?

Being able to prepare your MTD returns, accounts and tax returns is a given for a professional firm.

Seven Reasons why hundreds return to PG Owen Ltd each year. Clear fixed and guaranteed fees. When we say fixed we mean it

But can your accountant help you make more money?

Free advice sheets and newsletters to help your business grow

Does your accountant have experience working in your specialist field?

Advice from experienced qualified professionals

Does your accountant give you answers or just more questions?

In house mortgages, life, pensions and investment advice.

We are more than just your accountants; we are your complete business partners.

We speak to you in plain English Full range of legal and probate services through our sister company A unique one stop advice service for all businesses and individuals from cradle to grave and beyond!

www.pgtax.co.uk

Red House Farm, Broughton Gifford A collection of six beautifully designed homes ranging from two to four bedrooms, including five bungalows and one detached house.

01225 791155 ashford-homes.co.uk

Only one remaining

FLAT LINE DAVID FLATMAN “Then came the coffee area, concealed inside a pantry-style cupboard”

Inspector gadget

Flats on the gains of gizmos and gimmicks in the kitchen

couple of houses ago I struck a deal that if, during its renovation, I kept all creative ideas largely to myself, I would be given carte blanche when it came to hi-tech gadgetry. This seemed a fair deal to me and, without even considering what my budget might or should be, I piled in. I had installed what the blokes called our own ‘home network’ and to this day I do not know what this meant. I do know that what would have been an airing cupboard became a tec cupboard wit about nine di erent machines immaculately wired up and buzzing away. What they all did, I never quite knew. There were speakers in ceilings, and others concealed in the garden. Every room was linked up to every other room, and it generally

all worked. Mostly. The problems came when someone else came to stay. If grandparents came to look after grandchildren and dogs, the explanation of how to use it all was so involved that I had to print it out and laminate it. Still ba ed t em The tech and machinery appealed to me t en and it was all good stu but t is time around all desire for complication had evaporated. Even the buddy of mine whose business it is to install hyper-techy systems in rich folks’ homes told me to keep it simple, so I did. One area where a couple of technically unnecessary gadgets do feature, though, is the kitchen. We had big, fun ideas around champagne coolers and super-sized American fridges with ice and water machines but, with our home being a townhouse, there just wasn’t quite the width to accommodate these things if we wanted an island at the kitchen’s centre, which we certainly did.

Range cookers don’t really count as gadgets as you sort of have to have one, but I was sold on a Lacanche jobbie after a quick visit to old faithful Coopers Appliances in town. Everything I read told me that it was a very high quality item, and I also liked the look, so that was done. When you cook food, though, you end up with lots of food waste, so we had installed an Insinkerator in a separate, small sink at the end of a solid wood chopping board. This works well, as all peelings and carrot ends and egg shells and chicken bones are conveniently swept into the little sink just a few inches away, and the gadget does the rest. If you’ve never used one, they’re worth a try. And they’re worth every penny. Convenient, great for the environment, and seemingly indestructible. I love them. T en came t e co ee area concealed inside a pantry-style cupboard. I wanted it to light up w en opened it so L s were fitted along with a sensor to detect my openings. And despite loving co ee didn’t want some super duper barista’s espresso machine, as it felt a bit too much like hard work. So I have a dedicated bean grinder wit w ic grind fres co ee for every cup ave various si ed ialetti co ee pots a simple little filter system and ’m appy with that. Add to this a brilliant boiling water tap (also from Insinkerator, as it happens), and making hot drinks, sterilising baby bits, and making pots of pasta or broccoli is a piece of cake. There are little add-ons like the extra wide ualit toaster w ic fits w ole slices of ertinet sourdough, and the electric knife sharpener that keeps my frankly excessive collection savagely cutting, but otherwise we’ve kept it as simple as we could. It’s through trial and financial error t at we’ve learned w at we t ink is worth the money and what ultimately won’t get used. Gadgets are cool, but they’re also meant to be useful. David Flatman is an ex-Bath and England rugby star turned TV pundit and rent-o-mic. Follow him on Twitter @davidflatman and Insta @dflatman

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 27

SCENE T H E L AT E S T A DV E N T U R E S I N PA R T Y- GO I N G AC ROSS BAT H

Cerrie Burnell, David Baddiel, Kiran Millward Hargrave, Steven Lenton and Steven Butler

Fiona Lumbers and Joseph Coelho Gena Goldfield, Dermot O’Leary and Kate Abbey

Jasbinder Bilan, Patrice Lawrence and Maz Evans

JUMP OFF THE PAGE The Bath Children’s Literature festival presented 10 days of story-telling and authorly fun last month with a huge array of well-regarded children’s writers and illustrators ooding t e city rom Heartstopper creator Alice Oseman and TV stars turned children’s authors Richard Ayoade and Dermot O’Leary, to festival favourites including Jacqueline Wilson, Michael Rosen and Patrice Lawrence, there was truly a bit of somet ing for everyone e especially loved t e interactive drawing sessions with the likes of Draw it ob and Tom ates’ creator Li ic on Photos by Bath Festivals; www.bathfestivals.org.uk

Alice Oseman, Juno Dawson and Lauren James Richard Ayoade

Liz Pichon Mama G

Rosie Jones

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 29

SOCIETY

Steve Shepherd, Jo Lloyd and Matthew Valinder Blower

James Sibson and Lucy Barron

Adam Tesdale, Luke Mattiussi, Jerram Bird, Amelia Welsh, Nathan Sheppard and Tom Coles

Jaine Whitfield, Lauren Rose and Rosie Malow Karen Weston, Stephanie Massie and Hannah Skalleberg

HOT PROPERTY

Bath’s property professionals came together in October for the Bath Property Awards Finalists’ and Sponsors’ reception at The Ivy Bath Brasserie. Finalists and sponsors gathered at the glam city centre spot ahead of the ceremony on 4 November to meet, network and celebrate the breadth and diversity of exciting projects and companies currently based in the local area. The Bath Property Awards is now in its fift year and was establis ed to celebrate t e thriving property sector of the local area, one that only grows in success every year. Photos by Vranch Visuals; www.vranchvisuals.co.uk

Colin Ness, Elliot Cotterell and Ross Sheppard Mitchell Thomas, Helen Jones, Louis Channer and Jerram Bird

30 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

Alice Brook, Bianca Latini, Matthew Sicolo and Pepper Barney

SOCIETY

Almost Synchro Swim Team

Mayoress Amanda Appleyard and Mayor of Bath councillor Rob Appleyard Wera Hobhouse

Anna Baker and Chris Granger

Rachel Lawrence and the Gin Bowlers Band

MAKE A SPLASH

Cleveland Pools held a celebration event at the end of September where 100 competition winning swimmers were invited to be among t e first to dive back into t e water after years of fundraising and renovation works The event was in recognition of the restoration of the pools a feat t at as taken decades to ac ieve and to t ank t e volunteers w o ave kept t e project going over many years T e party for t e ational eritage Lottery Award winning pools featured live music, catering by Woody’s Deli Corsham and speeches from Paul Simons, Cleveland Pools Trust Chairman, and aroline ay of t e ational eritage Lottery Trust Photos by Suzy Slemen Photography; www.suzyslemen.com

Graham Norris McFly drummer and One Show presenter Harry Judd

32 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

Sam Grief

THE ARTS S N A P S H O T S O F B AT H ’ S C U LT U R A L L I F E

FARMER GOES TO MARKET

The annual Widcombe Christmas Market is back for a sweet 16th time with more than 40 exhibitors displaying their work, all of which will be for sale. This include ceramics, jewellery, textiles, paintings, prints, cards, candles, mosaics, glass and enamel work, all hand made by local artists and artisans. Amongst those taking part is the screen printer and illustrator Charlotte Farmer, whose distinctive vibrant animal designs are hand drawn by her and then screen printed using a stencil. Widcombe Christmas Market is taking place in Widcome Social Club, 19 – 20 November; www.widcombechristmasmarket.com www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 35

WHAT’S ON

On the 18 November the Guinean multi-instrumentalist N’famady Kouyaté performs at the Wiltshire Music Centre

5 November – 2 December

EXHIBITIONS Until 12 November

MODERN ARTBUYER POP-UP AT PENCIL TREE Three of Modern Artbuyer’s printmakers – Bonnie and Clyde, Josie Blue Molloy and Paul Minott – are exhibiting alongside the works of Pencil Tree’s own Paul Jackson. 10 per cent of all Modern Artbuyer’s sales will be donated to the Bath Foodbank for the duration of the show. www.penciltree.co.uk | www.modernartbuyer.com

Until 19 November

CHRIS LILJENBERG HALSTRØM In her solo show Continuum at the Francis Gallery, Danish-Swedish textile artist Chris Liljenberg Halstrøm explores the relationship between material and time, and between the individual and the whole. www.francisgallery.co

Until 17 December

RICHARD SMITH: KITES The Holburne have taken over the University of Bath’s Edge Gallery to celebrate the work of artist Richard Smith. Seen as the father of Pop Art and a mentor to many artists including David Hockney,

36 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

his most innovative and ambitious paintings were initially made locally in the 1970s at his studio in the village of East Tytherton, near Chippenham. www.holburne.org

Until 31 December

HATCHING THE PAST: AMERICAN DINOSAUR EXPLORERS This remarkable hands-on exhibition at the American Museum o ers an astounding array of dinosaur eggs and nests collected from all over the globe, with focus on the importance of American fossil sites in our understanding of dinosaurs. Suitable for all ages There are also interactive dig pits and animated video presentations. www.americanmuseum.org

Until 31 December

HERSCHEL 200 EXHIBITION To commemorate the bicentenary of the death of Bath-based astronomer William Herschel (1738-1822), this major exhibition at his former home on New King Street highlights the hugely important contributions both he and his sister Caroline made to the world’s understanding of space, including the discovery of Uranus. www.herschelmuseum.org.uk

Until 8 January 2023

MY REALITY IS DIFFERENT BY NALINI MALANI n t is t e first ever ational Gallery Contemporary Fellowship exhibition, Indian artist Nalini Malani has created an extraordinary deep black exhibition space in the Holburne Museum with one monumental, beautiful artwork. It encompasses more than 40 metres of wall, with 25 striking animations in a panorama of nine large video projections, played in a continuous loop. www.holburne.org

Until 8 January 2023

ELISABETH FRINK: STRENGTH & SENSUALITY Featuring themes such as storytelling, animals, humour and violence, this Holburne exhibition displays a selection of Dame Elisabeth Frink’s bronzes and works on paper. The 11 works included depict her unique take on some of the most loved and well-known tales from Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales, as well as classical Greek mythology in her Children of the Gods series of etchings. www.holburne.org

Until 8 January 2023

RODIN – DEGAS: IMPRESSIONIST SCULPTURE

Bringing together two towering and in uential figures of modern European art, Auguste Rodin (1840–1917) and Edgar Degas (1834–1917), the Holburne Museum’s exhibition focuses on the artists’ equally radical representations of the human body. www.holburne.org

Until 15 January

PETER BROWN: BATH, BRISTOL AND BEYOND This new exhibition from Bathbased artist Peter Brown, aka Pete the Street, will feature more than 100 new oil paintings of Bath, Bristol, Glastonbury and beyond. www.victoriagal.org.uk

Until 30 March

MAISIE WALKER Society Café in Kingsmead Square is currently hosting a beautiful exhibition depicting the Pendine Sands Hot Races in Wales by Bath photographer and Insta fave Maisie Walker. www.maisiewalker.co.uk | www.society-cafe.com

12 November – 24 December

WINTER EXHIBITION Winner of the British Wildlife Artist of the Year prize in 2015, Nick

WHAT’S ON

the Group 7 collective of artists that features paintings, prints, sculpture and drawings, with an emphasis on colour and abstraction and includes work by Brian Bishop, Martin Brewster, Bonnie Brown, ic elle ri t s rsula Leac Stephen Powell and Peter Symons. www.blackswanarts.org.uk

THEATRE / CINEMA 9 – 19 November

TOP: My Reality is Different by Nalini Malani can be seen at the Holburne until 8 January; MIDDLE: Winner of the British Wildlife Artist of the Year prize in 2015, Nick Mackman is exhibiting at Beaux Arts from 12 November; BOTTOM: Real life mother and daughter Caroline Quentin and Rose Quentin star in George Bernard Shaw’s Mrs Warren’s Profession coming to Bath 9 – 19 November

Mackman’s ceramic animals are a big favourite at Beaux Arts. Her work, applauded for its striking intensity and personality, includes wild dogs, anteaters, wolves and walruses. Also on exhibit at Beaux Arts are Chris Keenan, Beth Carter, Nathan Ford, Anna Gillespie, Helen Simmonds. www.beauxartsbath.co.uk

13 November

BATH CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS FAIR Since its creation in 2020, BCAF has showcased more than 600 artists across 13 fairs, bringing the best of contemporary art, including fine art p otograp y sculpture textiles and much more. Artists who regularly exhibit at the Green Park Station event include Emma Rose, Georgia Robinson, Kate Marshall, Isabel Rossiter and Emma Wharton. www.bcaf.co.uk

19 November – 22 January

CONNECTIONS A new show at Black Swan Arts by

MRS WARREN’S PROFESSION Real life mother and daughter Caroline Quentin and Rose Quentin star in this witty and provocative play written by George Bernard Shaw in 1893, which was originally banned by the Lord amberlain rs arren’s educated and ambitious daughter Vivie is shocked to learn her privilege and respectability has been financed from t e profits of t e world’s oldest profession’. Theatre Royal Bath; www.theatreroyal.org.uk

29 November

CÉZANNE – PORTRAITS OF A LIFE Filmed at the National Portrait allery in London wit additional interviews from experts and curators from MoMA in New York, National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, and Musée d’Orsay in Paris, and correspondence from the artist imself t e film s eds lig t on an artist who is perhaps one of the least known and yet most important of all the Impressionists. The Little Theatre; www.picturehouses.com

CHILDREN

5 November – 8 January

FESTIVAL OF LIGHT Along with the enchanted Christmas Tree show, and the Santa Train, the wondrous worlds of Roald Dahl are being celebrated at Longleat t is winter T e lanterns mark key moments from his books The BFG, Charlie and The Chocolate Factory, Matilda, The Twits and Fantastic Mr Fox. There’s also a giant peach, a Willy Wonka style chocolate river, plus a huge and very friendly giant. www.longleat.co.uk

9 –12 November

JINA AND THE STEM SISTERS igital coder da Lovelace inventor edy Lamarr scientist Marie Curie, and pioneering

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 37

WHAT’S ON

THE RAILWAY CHILDREN T e ondo T eatre ompany is staging esbit’s classic c ildren’s tale fter t e disappearance of t eir fat er obbie eter and yllis move from t eir comfortable London ome to a cottage in t e orks ire countryside and find a world of adventure and steam trains www.rondotheatre.co.uk

MUSIC

8 November

WILL YOUNG T e former 00 Pop Idol winner celebrates two decades of success wit t is 20 Years Tour w ic will feature is it songs including Evergreen, Light My Fire, Leave Right Now as well as brand new material Bath Forum; www.bathforum.co.uk

11 – 19 November

MOZARTFEST ssembly ooms at bbey and at orum will ost concerts over nine days celebrating t e finest classical music performed by world renowned artists including t e avel aas uartet Tak cs uartet as nsemble T e Teyber Trio and t e ymp ony rc estra www.bathmozartfest.org.uk

18 November

N’FAMADY KOUYATÉ ugely talented uinean multi instrumentalist ’famady ouyat blends est frican r yt ms wit ja pop and funk for a groove eavy nig t orn into a jeli family of storytellers and musicians ’famady is a master balafonist and singer w o gives is own modern twist to ancient traditions www.wiltshiremusic.org.uk

20 November

SING-ALONG-A-GARETH! oin aret alone at t e T eatre oyal for t is eart warming s ow toget er wit is band four stellar singers and a c oir local to at for a feel good evening of upbeat songs including I’m Still Standing by lton o n Walking on Sunshine by atrina and t e aves and imon arfunkel’s Bridge Over Troubled Water www.theatreroyal.org.uk

38 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

SQUEEZE ontinuing t eir fundraising relations ip wit t e anti poverty c arity T e Trussell Trust uee e are coming to at orum wit very special guest r o n ooper larke to elp raise money for t e c arity t at provides foodbanks emergency food and support to people in poverty www.bathforum.co.uk

26 November

A WINTER’S TALE CONCERT inter’s Tales is a concert wit a akespearian twist at t e olburne w ere am rown aka t e ric lapton of t e lute’ and t e owland out orks conducted by Laurence rown perform music from t e Tudor period alongside akespearian skits and scenes www.holburne.org

24 – 26 November

22 November

COMEDY Every Sunday

DRAG KARAOKE AT MANDALYNS T e welcoming and upbeat L T andalyns bar as always got somet ing upbeat and fun appening including unday nig ts T eir drag karaoke nig ts are in fact so darn good t ey’ve made unday t e new aturday www.mandalyns.co.uk

11 November

TEZ ILYAS ne of t e most exciting rising stars on t e comedy circuit as well being an aut or presenter and playing drug dealer ig t in t e cult it series Man Like Mobeen Te lyas comes to t e ondo T eatre wit is politically astute very funny and acclaimed Vicked tour www.rondotheatre.co.uk

TOP: Mozartfest, starting 11 November, features 15 concerts over nine days with world-renowned artists including the Pavel Haas Quartet; MIDDLE: Paul Minott is just one of the Modern Artbuyer artists on display at the Pencil Tree pop up until 12 November; BOTTOM: Man Like Mobeen’s Tez Ilyas comes to the Rondo Theatre on 11 November

SPORT

11 November

BATH RUGBY FC at ugby Leicester at t e ecreation round pm www.bathrugby.com

12 November

BATH CITY FC at ity ort ing at Twerton ark pm www.bathcityfc.com

astronaut Mae Jemison are amongst t ose o ering ina scientific gifts of curiosity courage creativity persistence and open mindedness to elp er find er way and follow er dreams to become a scientist The Egg; www.theatreroyal.org.uk

WHAT’S ON OTHER 5 November

FIREWORKS AT THE REC njoy a spectacular fireworks display in the heart of the city at the Bath Rec, organised by t e otary lub of at wit proceeds going to local charities. Gates open 4.30pm, display starts at pm and tickets cost 8 Bath Recreation Ground; www.bathrec.co.uk

7 November

BATH LIFE BUSINESS CLUB Business insights from Debbie Still, director of Walcot House, the destination restaurant and bar that also houses a dance club and a gym as interviewed by MediaClash CEO Greg Ingham, along wit networking two course Royal Crescent Hotel lunch. riced at T e next club is ecember wit ic ard erry from tonewood roup www.mediaclash.co.uk

12 November – 3 January

BATH ON ICE t’s dreamy winter wonderland at ictoria ark at on ce is back for its 0t year wit wintery music the cosy Moguls Alpine Bar serving seasonal drinks and low olf just next door www.bathonice.co.uk

19 – 20 November

WIDCOMBE CHRISTMAS MARKET More than 40 local artists and artisans come together at Widcombe ocial lub to ex ibit and sell t eir work in time for ristmas gifting Turn to page for more info www.widcombechristmasmarket.com

21 November

AN EVENING WITH NOEL FITZPATRICK Channel 4’s Supervet o ers a uni ue insig t into is extraordinary bionic world and tells of t e animals t at ave inspired im along t e way Bath Forum. www.bathforum.co.uk n

Join Gareth Malone at the Theatre Royal on 20 November for a feel-good sing-a-long

Gwyneth Strong, pictured far right, with the cast of The Mousetrap

The book that changed my life The Country Girls trilogy by Edna O’ Brien. My mother gave it to me when I was 14 years old and I thought it perfect.

CULTURE CLUB …with Gwyneth Strong

Famous for her TV roles as Cassandra Trotter in Only Fools and Horses and Geraldine Clough in EastEnders, Gwyneth Strong is coming to Bath’s Theatre Royal to star in Agatha Christie’s thriller The Mousetrap. The show runs 21 – 26 November and also stars Todd Carty and John Altman. My favourite place to visit in Bath I was last on the Theatre Royal stage in Peter

40 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

The book I could happily re-read Anything from Anne Tyler’s huge back catalogue. I have just finished Crossroads by Jonathan Franzen – it’s a family saga set during the 1970s in the fictional small town of New Prospect, Illinois. I was so happy to hear it’s possibly going to be a trilogy. My desert island disc The First Cut is the Deepest sung by PP Arnold in 1967. Rod Stewart’s version was brilliant too, but hers is just so beautiful.

Nichols’ comedy A Piece of My Mind in 1987. This time I would love to visit the Roman Baths. When visiting new cities, I am a big fan off the hop-on, hop-off bus. It’s a great way to get my bearings, especially as I have a terrible sense of direction.

My karaoke go-to It’s Raining Men by The Weather Girls. It evokes wonderful memories of a stage show I did in 2006 called Girls Night, which is based around a group of women out on a karaoke night.

A painting that means something to me Paula Rego, but there’s too many to pick only one out, and I love Louise Bourgeois’ giant spider sculptures. Guernica never fails to move me, and I’ve framed a lot of my kids’ paintings too.

I’m culturally inspired by My friend Stephanie Carlton Smith, who produces beautiful pieces and works from a studio up the road in Somerset. For more: www.theatreroyal.org.uk

BOOKS NIC BOTTOMLEY

Autumn leaves

Nic reviews just a few of the big name novels dropping this fall

“This autumn the headline-grabbers include Maggie O’Farrell, Kate Atkinson, Ian McEwan and Robert Harris”

midst the legions of quirky new releases that always pepper our shop’s counter and tables, at this time of year you can always be sure to find eagerly-anticipated titles from some of literature’s biggest names. With a handful of exceptions, publishers tend to queue up manuscripts from their keystone authors for release in the autumn, knowing that readers will gravitate towards them when embarking on book gifting. This autumn the headline-grabbers include Maggie O’Farrell, Kate Atkinson, Ian McEwan, and Robert Harris. Richard Osman is back too with his third consecutive chart-topping mystery novel, The Bullet That Missed (Penguin, £20), and the incredible John Irving has penned a true epic in the form of The Last Chairlift (Simon & Schuster, £25), which explores another very alternative family for more than 900 pages of wit-laden prose. Perhaps the most anticipated literary return of all is Cormac McCarthy though, w o like a as back to early 0s uns N’ Roses, lands with not one, but two new and connected novels. That’s a lot to take in, given that we’ve been waiting for years for is uni uely apocalyptic writing to return to our bookshelves. First, The Passenger (Macmillan, £20) is an enigmatic novel which follows salvage diver Bobby Western as he investigates a bizarre plane crash, whilst also a grappling with the legacy of his father’s role in the Manhattan Project. Then, released a month later, comes Stella Maris (Macmillan, 0 featuring c art y’s first female lead protagonist for a very long time. Bobby’s sister Alicia is a 20-year-old mathematician who arrives at a mental hospital with $40,000 in cash and a toothbrush. When asked to talk about her brother, she shows little inclination, preferring instead to

contemplate the broader mysteries of the universe, not least the nature of madness. T is fiction double eader only goes to cement McCarthy’s reputation as one of America’s greatest living novelists. In contrast, it’s only been three years since Natalie Haynes last tackled a mythic subject in novel form, with her all female perspective retelling of the Trojan wars, A Thousand Ships. Now, Stone Blind acmillan 8 is Haynes’ dramatic, heart-breaking and tremendously original retelling of the story of Medusa; the only mortal in a family of ods edusa alone can experience ageing weakness, and love, and when she witnesses an act of sacrilege in Athene’s temple, her mortal life is forever changed. This is an epic familiar tale told with new panache. Perhaps the grand return to the shelves I’m most looking forward to in November is Jonathan Coe’s new family epic, Bournville (Penguin, £20). Not least because on 8 ovember get to c at to him about it an event we’re hosting at Bath’s gorgeous Walcot House. n ay ary is years old living in the shadow of both World War II and the Cadbury’s factory in Bournville, a placid suburb of Birmingham. Taking a lead from his Brexit-era masterpiece Middle England, this time Bournville weaves in key moments of Britain’s cultural and social history of t e last years as we follow t e fortunes trials and tribulations of Mary and three generations of her descendants. From the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, via the orld up final t e deat of rincess iana and t e ovid pandemic along t e way we get a social history of Britain and the moments that have made it tick and panic. When he comes to Bath, I’ll ask him if the last four months alone have given him enough material for a sequel! Nic Bottomley is the general manager of Mr B’s Emporium of Reading Delights, 14/15 John Street, Bath; tel: 01225 331155; www.mrbsemporium.com

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 43

ARTS

FILM STARS ilm at estival returns wit a packed programme of premi res pop ups and producer c ats

or ten days Bath is going to be bathed in movie magic w en t e ilm at Festival returns for its 32nd outing, starting on ovember and ending ovember ore t an 0 films will be being screened in venues all across t e city including T e Little T eatre omedia at ’s deon apel rts and a new festival location ayesfield c ool’s oper T eatre ll t e carefully curated films from t e t oug t provoking art ouse s orts to ig ly anticipated big name premi res are re ective of ilm at ’s mission to c ampion and s owcase diversity on screen and be ind t e camera to as widely inclusive an audience as possible nd in w at is an unprecedented move to ensure inclusivity and fair access for t e first time ilm at tickets to all t e events will be priced on a pay w at you can sliding scale starting at FIRST CHANCE TO SEE ilm at estival is giving at audiences an exclusive first c ance to see some of t e year’s most otly anticipated films before t ey come out in t e cinema ig lig ts include am endes’ love letter to t e joys of cinema Empire of Light starring livia olman and Toby ones annes best actress winner icky rieps starring as mpress li abet of ustria in t e sumptuous contemporary costume drama Corsage; The Silent Twins, a remarkable true story of lack twin girls w o formed a silent bond of secrecy in t e face of racial prejudice and nya Taylor oy alp iennes and ic olas oult in t e ilarious dark comedy The Menu

i m at s mission is to c ampion and s owcase diversit 44 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

sie

adwic

TRUE-LIFE STORIES Laura oitras’ enice ilm estival olden Lion ward winning All The Beauty and the Bloodshed is a compelling look at legendary artist an oldin a leading lig t in t e fig t against t e ackler family w o made t eir billions in the lethal opioid industry in the

sponsoring t e world’s major cultural institutes t e utterly c arming A Bunch of Amateurs is a delig tful introduction to t e radford ovie akers one of t e ’s last surviving amateur movie making clubs Pure Grit is t e portrait of a young ative merican woman armaine as s e competes as a bareback orse rider and Children of Las Brisas follows dixon issandra and uilly t ree ene uelan c ildren from t e impoveris ed Las risas’ neig bour ood in t eir decade long uest to become professional musicians WORLD AFFAIRS ne of t e world’s greatest contemporary directors rance’s laire enis returns wit Both Sides of the Blade an unusual kind of love triangle starring uliette inoc e The Gravedigger’s Wife is an elegant drama

about a man trying to get help for his ill wife and is t e first jibouti film to screen at t e festival; Javier Bardem stars in the superbly enjoyable panis tragicomedy The Good Boss; and Tori and Lokita is t e latest film from t e multi alme ’or winning ardenne rot ers and follows two young frican immigrants w o are placed in a elgian c ildren’s detention centre FEMALE FILMMAKERS n 0 ilm at launc ed t e ating a symbol t at identifies films directed and or written by women ilm at continues to c ampion female talent wit over 0 per cent of t e films s owing at t is year’s festival directed by women mongst t e features directed by women is t e indie comedy and love letter to immigrant daughters Queen of Glory w ic will feature a live wit its director and star ana ensa T en t ere’s sci fi oung dult adventure wit Vesper w ic sees aliens roam t e eart and umans struggling to survive lorence iail e’s beautiful animation The Crossing, a universal fable of love and commitment in t e face of cruelty 1976 w ic looks at life in ile under inoc et’s regime as a middle class family s elters a young revolutionary and Blue Jean, the story of a young lesbian PE teac er in 80s ritain w o faces losing er job w en ection 8 outlawing promotion of omosexuality in sc ools is introduced or more www m at org CENTRE: Vicky Krieps in the Austrian costume drama Corsage; OPPOSITE PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: 1976 looks at life in Chile under Pinochet;The Silent Twins tells the true story of twins who refused to speak; a Native American bareback horse rider is the focus of Pure Grit; The Gravedigger’s Wife is the first Djibouti film to screen at the festival; Sam Mendes’ Empire of Light stars Olivia Colman; teen sci-fi adventure with Vesper; Anya Taylor-Joy is just one of the stars in the dark comedy The Menu; the superbly enjoyable Spanish The Good Boss, directed by Fernando León de Aranoa; Children of Las Brisas follows three Venezuelan children who wish to be musicians

SHOPPING LIVE WELL, BUY BETTER

THE DREAM EAMES There are chairs. And then there are Eames chairs. The Eames equation is simple: beauty + furniture = practical art. Charles and Ray Eames designed the elegant La Chaise for a competition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York in 1948. Inspired by the Floating Figure sculpture by Gaston Lachaise from1927, La Chaise was part of a series of moulded-plastic furniture developed in the late 1940s and early ’50s. While the piece didn’t win the competition, it went into production in 1990 and is now considered an icon of organic design. La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames, £8,600, is available from 8 Holland Street, 23 Brock Street, Bath; www.8hollandstreet.com

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 47

SMALL ANTIQUE WHITE HEART PLATE, SET OF THREE, £15 This small antique-style ceramic heart plate makes a cute accessory for your table top to display anything from soaps to sweets. From Biggie Best Bath, 3 Broad Street, Bath; www.biggiebest.co.uk

MIGHTY WHITE Group together your white accessories against a dark backdrop for max impact

WHITE HAND VASE, £38 A contemporary matte white porcelain-look vase t at olds your ower bouquet aloft. rom ra am and reen a cot treet at www gra amandgreen co SPICED L’ORANGERIE LUXURY REED DIFFUSER, £28 A deep, spicy and alluring aroma, beautifully delivered in a patterned ceramic jar wit filigree etc ings and name plate. rom renc edroom www renc edroomcompan co

CORINIUM CANDLESTICK, £30 A tall and sculptural ceramic candlestick with a crackle glaze and a bold shape. rom ept ne ne Tram ard a cot treet at www nept ne com

THE ORFORD THREE SEATER, £3,034 The Orford, seen here in pearl, is a classic sofa wit a eritage t at’s undoubtedly esterfield but simplified for a modern day look rom o as t ew ana a is r www so asandst com

48 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

EDITOR’S CHOICE PAIR OF BURLEIGH CANDLE HOLDERS, £16.99 These white marble candle olders are designed to fit two styles of candle. One side fits a tealig t ip it over and the other side holds a dinner candle. From Whitehall Garden Centre, Corsham Road, Lacock; www.whitehallgardencentre.co.uk

DIFFUSER FOR 50CM CYLINDER SHADE, £18.48 T e translucent di user sits inside t e bottom rim of t e pendant lampshade and softens the glare of the light bulb. From Jim Lawrence, 114 - 116 Walcot Street, Bath; www.jim-lawrence.co.uk

TOBA BATHROOM SET, £95 Neatly store your essential toiletries with these matching resin accessories wit beautiful pearl e ect From OKA, 26-27 Milsom Street, Bath; www.oka.com

CAPRI WHITE BLANKET BOX, £389 An elegant blanket box that bridges the gap between classic and contemporary style, and is perfect for storing extra winter bedding. From TR Hayes, 15-18 London Street, Walcot, Bath; www.trhayes.co.uk

UP HIGH PLANT BASKET BY HANDED BY, £38.50 Put your plants in the spotlight with this handmade basket attached to three tall feet that are made of environmentally friendly cinnamon wood. From Honey on The Hill, 30 Catherine Hill, Frome; www.honeyonthehill.co.uk

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 49

SPONSORED CONTENT

THRINGS MEETS… BIBO Anna Shrubsole, senior associate at THRINGS meets Anna Sabine of BIBO Anna Shrubsole: Anna, BIBO describes itself as placemaking consultancy. What does that mean? Anna Sabine: Placemaking is essentially the planning, design and management where people spend time – for work or leisure – inside and outside. Anna Shrubsole: What do you see as special about BIBO? Anna Sabine: BIBO was set up to address the lack of diversity in the real estate world, and how, ultimately, that affects the everyday lives of our communities. At BIBO, we strongly believe only through bringing in a more diverse group of people to design and build our towns and cities will we be able to create a more thoughtful, considerate and inclusive built environment. Anna Shrubsole: How did you get involved with BIBO? Anna Sabine: I had been working in the built environment for 15 years but my love for it was waning until I met BIBO’s founder, Pepper Barney. I was excited by her concept of bringing together a multi-disciplinary team – in our case, architects, urban designers, communication and engagement specialists – to look at the way people interact with new and regenerated places. I realised BIBO’s approach to create more equality around public spaces through inclusive and collaborative design and communication would enable me to work on some really exciting projects with some really interesting people who wanted to do good in the world. Anna Shrubsole: Can you give an example of the sort of work BIBO has done? Anna Sabine: Locally BIBO has

been very involved with the Future High Streets fund in Trowbridge, aiming to renew and reshape town centres and high streets in a way that drives positive growth. I’m also working on an exciting visual engagement project in London, using photography to understand how people feel about the places around them.

Anna Shrubsole: Away from BIBO, you are something of an entrepreneur? Tell us about your co-working café, Cassia Anna Sabine: I wanted to create a place where you could do lots of different things in the same space – meeting friends, have lunch, work, go to a talk …so Cassia was born.

Anna Shrubsole: and what has been your role in this and other projects?

Anna Shrubsole: And what about The Female Edge?

Anna Sabine: My role is that of a communicator – I engage with the community to make them feel really involved with a project; I move away from the facts and figures and bring out the thoughts, feelings and stories because I believe those are the essentials to make any place more welcoming, interesting and sustainable.

Anna Sabine: Through Cassia I met lots of interesting women who all seemed to be facing the same challenges. I wanted to build a group which was a safe space for women to be able to discuss their challenges as well as their opportunities. And it’s been so interesting seeing how many exciting collaborations have resulted from this group.

Anna Shrubsole: What are you most proud of? Anna Sabine: Well, this is going to sound cheesy, but I am most proud of being asked to speak on female topics because, by speaking out, I hope to show other women it’s OK to talk about and change the issues they face. Whether it’s with BIBO or The Female Edge or Cassia … what I love most is interacting, collaborating, and communicating. And I hope I can make a difference along the way. n

2 Queen Square, Bath BA1 2HQ 01225 340000; solicitors@thrings.com www.thrings.com

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 51

NOYA’S KITCHEN

Lydia Tewkesbury makes a long-awaited visit to a Bath foodie favourite

ince I moved to Bath three years ago, Noya’s Kitchen has come up time and again as peoples’ go-to recommendation. The little Vietnamese place on St James Parade opened back in 2017, and in the years since its acclaim has only grown – just last March it picked up two of our own Bath Life Awards, which I spied sitting on display by the till as I walked in. Despite the many exclamations of ‘you’ve never been to Noya’s Kitchen? You must go!’ received over t e years t is was my first visit e went for one of t e p o curry and noodle nig ts w ic run ednesday Thursday and Saturday every week (Friday is a supper club with a set menu). The evening was drizzly, and it was a relief to step from the damp streets into the warm arms of the restaurant, where the feel of home exudes from the cosy little rooms of the Grade II listed building. From the friendly servers and nods to local food producers

52 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

on the menu (Larkhall Butchers gets a mention), to the photographs of multiple generations of Noya’s family that line the walls, there is a personal touch to the spot that obviously comes from the heart. This is because, for Noya, family and food have always had a strong connection. Her cooking career began at seven years old after the family were forced to leave Vietnam by boat, when she would make food for her four siblings in the Hong Kong refugee camp where they lived while their parents went out to work. Once the family arrived in the UK, Vietnamese food became a link to the culture they had left behind – and, for Noya, a great way to connect with others. To begin, we shared a starter of vegetarian summer rolls a traditional dis of burrito like stu ed rice papers I’ve always been a little sceptical of them – pictures of bulbous clear rice paper never struck my fancy – but we ordered at my dining partner’s insistence, and I was soon

RESTAURANT

converted T e fat little tubes filled wit a colourful array of mango and fres erbs wit marinated lemongrass and garlic tofu and vermicelli noodles arrived like little works of art on t e plate and was struck by t e fres avours and textures of every noodle trailed bite could easily ave eaten t e entire plateful myself or mains opted for curry and my friend noodles we’ll need to make a return visit to try t e p o y friend ad t e inventive crispy aubergine batons noodles a brig t and avourful mix of t inly sliced aubergine lig tly coated in oya’s special gluten free our blend and served wit vermicelli noodles lemongrass peanut sauce and c illi oil and scattered wit a topping of pickled carrots and daikon lime and crus ed peanuts gain every mout ful o ered a di erent experience of textures and every avour felt finely realised yet perfectly melded t anks to t e liberal use of fres erbs typical of ietnamese dis es pinc ed as many c ewy aubergine sticks as s e would allow me or myself ordered t e sweet potato and butternut s uas curry from t e specials board not er beautifully realised canvas t is one of creamy curry piled wit crispy tofu cubes and black sesame seeds framing a dome of jasmine rice topped by a tart scattering of pickled bean sprouts and red onion wit t e appearance of a ower T e tofu was ex uisite perfectly crisp on t e outside but soft and springy wit in and t e aromatic avour of t e curry clung ungrily to every bite verall it was sumptuous decadent and balanced wit all t e spicy ric fres avours leaving me warmed t roug and rubbing my full belly in satisfaction t’s a meal ’ve been dreaming of ever since and ’ve o cially joined t e ranks of oya’s word of mout army ou’ve never been to oya’s itc en ou must go n

“The aromatic flavo r o t e c rr c ng ngri to ever ite DINING DETAILS Noya’s Kitchen, 7 St James’s Parade, Bath, BA1 1UL; tel: 01225 552582; www.noyaskitchen.co.uk Opening hours Tues-Sat 12-4pm, Wed, Thurs and Sat 5.30-9.30pm, Fri set menu Supper Club from 7pm Owned by Noya and Daniel Pawlyn Head chef Noya Pawlyn Established 2017 Covers 36 Outdoor space Yes, the back garden is open on warm days for lunch Prices Starters cost between £7-£7.50; mains £13.50-£15 Desserts £5-£6.50

Drinks Soft drinks, Vietnamese coffee and teas, wines matched with Vietnamese food from £20-£36 per bottle or by the glass, Vietnamese beers, Electric Bear Craft Beers, local ciders and homemade Asian-inspired cocktails Vegetarian options Plenty – there was at least one for each section of the menu and an additional one on the specials board Recommendations The five-course Friday Supper Club is a fun, informal night of five delicious, freshly prepared Vietnamese dishes hosted by Noya, who’ll be on hand to explain what each dish is Disability access Two small steps into the ground floor dining room, but toilets are down some steep stairs Need to know Advance booking advised, especially for weekends and Supper Clubs

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 53

Bringing you the very best of Colombia! 6 Abbeygate St, Bath BA1 1NP 01225 316774 Info@thecolombiancompany.com www.thecolombiancompany.com

FOOD & DRINK

S N A P S H O T S O F B AT H ’ S F O O D S C E N E

The UK has 700 varieties of pear

IN SEASON VERITY GENCO in praise of the pear

T e bell s aped crisp soft, sweet and juicy pear has been enjoyed since ancient times. It’s thought to have originated in the Caucasus region, before spreading to Europe and sia and eventually arriving in Britain, w ere it’s likely t ey were cultivated by t e omans y t e t century a pear called the ‘warden’ became particularly famous for its use in pies. Spiced pear pies captured the culinary imaginationd and are even a literary delig t evoked by t e clown in akespeare’s T e inter s Ta e must ave sa ron to colour the warden pies”. The pear is one of the world’s longest cultivated and most beloved fruits. We have

around 700 varieties available in Britain today, yet we only see the same three pear varieties on o er in t e supermarkets and 75 per cent of those are imported. Pears grow exceptionally well in Britain as they tolerate heavy, poorly drained soils better than most tree fruits. Sadly, our obsession with cheapness, storage, uncomplicated cultivation, and an inability to look beyond minor imperfections, means we trade taste for convenience Like apples pears are another fruit that should incite us to rebel against the crazy food chain. ick up your pears in local farm s ops and farmers’ markets; meanwhile, t ose lucky enough to have a tree growing in the garden can make t e most of their spoils by boiling them down to a purée and freezing it. The purée can be used to naturally sweeten cakes and soups. The pear is a powerhouse fruit boasting many ealt benefits it’s low in fat and

calories ig in vitamins and beneficial plant compounds and packed full of fibre Pairing a nutty cheese from The Fine Cheese Co with a crisp, crunchy pear is perfection or you could make a winter spiced pear chutney to slather onto your c eese and crackers omemade c utney is a brilliant gift idea for the upcoming festive season, too. For me, to ultimate recipe has to be poac ed pear n elegant yet simple dessert to serve at a dinner party, I love to poach mine in vanilla, orange and cardamon syrup and add a crumble topping sticky to ee sauce is a great accompaniment for those who love t e classic sticky to ee pudding too t e fres ness of t e poac ed pear makes it a well balanced dessert you can actually finis For more recipe inspiration, follow Verity on Instagram @ ort eflavo r w ere s e e s aring more pear ideas t ro g o t t e mont

PLATE UP

Plate is offering an affordable lunch menu

56 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

late at T e ird as launc ed a new a ordable lunc menu You can now enjoy two courses for £15, Wednesday to riday pm until ovember late was conceived as a destination for t e local at wick community, and it’s with this ethos in mind that the special menu has been created to help guests continue to enjoy a meal out with family and friends in light of the rising cost of living T e menu is filled wit warming earty dis es like roasted aubergine and red pepper soup, an autumnal braised s in of beef and root vegetable cottage pie and a avourful plum and frangipane tart with coulis. or more www t e ird at co

FOOD & DRINK

Michael Caines MBE is the chairman of the Trencherman’s Guide

IN THE TRENCHES

The 30th anniversary edition of the Trencherman’s Guide is out now. For 30 years, the guide has revealed the most notable dining experiences in the South West, and this year has named Bath restaurants The Bath Priory and The Olive Tree amongst its must-have gastronomic experiences. “This 30th edition is a fantastic opportunity to look back at the progress that’s been made in the South West dining scene over the last 30 years,” says Trencherman’s chairman Michael Caines MBE. “I think what’s driven the success of the South West as one of the UK’s leading areas for restaurants and hospitality (and why people like to visit) is our connection with the produce grown and reared here. We also have a fantastic food community and a wealth of talent – both chefs and service sta nd w en you combine t ose wit t e natural beauty of the place, it’s no coincidence the South West hospitality scene is buzzing.” For more: www.trenchermans-guide.com

Magu Diner has won the Heinz Battle of the Burger Competition

BURGER KING

GIN UP

Wiltshire based Bowood Hotel has launched its very own gin. Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort has joined forces with Newbury-based Hawkridge Distillers to create Bowood Botanicals Gin, made using a traditional Victorian-era tea distilling method. The 500 bottles of Bowood Botanicals – to be shared exclusively with guests – were made using homegrown coriander, bergamot, rosemary, lavender, blackcurrant leaf and spearmint picked from its grounds in the sprawling Wiltshire countryside. The honey giving the tipple its refreshing sweetness comes direct from the Bowood Bees, which live in hives in the hotel’s Private Walled Garden. “Our deputy assistant manager, Pim Wolfs, and team have been working hard behind the scenes to create a special drink exclusive to Bowood, and we are very excited to finally be able to share our journey and final product with guests,” says Jeff Condliffe, general manager there. For more: www.bowood. org/bowood-hotel-resort

Leon Dunnett, owner and head chef of Magu

Bath-based Magu Diner has been crowned champion in the Heinz Battle of the Burger Competition. The winning ig Tru e in Little ina burger includes ec uan coated buttermilk c icken topped wit ein eriously ood Tru e Mayonnaise, a honey, ginger, spring onion and coriander Chinese leaf slaw and Heinz Thai Sweet Chilli Sauce – all packed into a potato bun. Magu Diner has won a marketing package worth £5,000 for the mouth-watering dish, and its creative use of Heinz sauces. e are so excited and appy to ave won says Leon Dunnett, head chef and owner of Magu Diner. “Working closely with Kraft Heinz Foodservice is going to be a gamechanger for us, and the team is so thankful to be working with a brand that is much-loved and highly respected by us – and our customers, too. e look forward bringing ig Tru e in Little ina to our menu and diners soon.” For more: www.magudiner.com

The 500 bottles of Bowood Botanicals will be shared exclusively with hotel guests

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 57

SPONSORED CONTENT

COSY WINTER PUBS Say cheers to these welcoming boozers

THE BULL AT HINTON

THE COEUR DE LION

Bull Inn, Hinton, South Glos, SN14 8HG

17 Northumberland Place, Bath BA1 5AR 01225 463568; www.coeur-de-lion.co.uk

The Bull at Hinton is a quintessential family-friendly pub delivering traditional, quality food, all from locally-sourced or homegrown ingredients. This December, The Bull will host the Apres Ski Bar & Kitchen in the garden stretch tent, serving hot wintery food and a full bar service, with steins of beer, mulled wine and cider, and, of course, winter cocktails – all with a backdrop of great music playing and blankets to keep you warm. The Bull is a 17th century old English pub, situated just off J18 on the M4. Nestled behind Dyrham Park, it boasts a perfect countryside location, cosy warm fires inside and a tempting seasonal menu.

One of Bath’s hidden gems, the Coeur De Lion is a cosy traditional pub full of period features located in the heart of the city in the pedestrianised Northumberland Place opposite the Guildhall. It enjoys the distinction of being Bath’s smallest pub, with signs above the seating reminding customers to ‘budge up’ and is almost, as far as the owners know, the only pub of this name in the country. Attracting both friendly locals and adventurous tourists drawn to the fantastic Abbey Ales beer, diverse mix of conversation and traditional classic pub food – bangers and mash, fish and chips and locally made Celtic Pies – The Coeur De Lion particularly comes alive on Bath Rugby days both before and after games.

0117 937 2332; www.thebullathinton.co.uk

THE STAR INN

THE CATHERINE WHEEL

Situated on Vineyards (The Paragon), The Star Inn is Abbey Ales brewery tap and remains a classic example of an untouched multi-roomed English public house, where beer is still served from the jug. First licensed in 1760, The Star Inn retains many of its original features including 19th century bar fittings and wooden benches. Described by CAMRA (The Campaign for Real Ale) as a ‘rare and unspoiled pub interior of outstanding historic interest’, The Star Inn is listed on the National Inventory of Heritage Pubs. The pub features four separate drinking areas. The smaller bar, used by many of the regulars, features a long single bench known as ‘death row’ where a complimentary pinch of snuff can still be found in tins on the ledge above the wall panelling. Uninterrupted by juke boxes or gaming machines, chat amongst the locals is the theme along with dominoes, cribbage, shove halfpenny and live music.

Eight miles north of Bath, The Catherine Wheel is a 17th century coaching inn in the historic village of Marshfield. With the front and façade dating back to 1680, the building first became an inn around 1740 and was originally known as The Star, changing its name to The Catherine Wheel in the 1780s. The Catherine Wheel is a great place to visit before or after taking one of the many fantastic walks in the countryside close by, including the Cotswold Way and Limestone Link, as well as being a great base for nearby attractions such as Castle Combe and Westonbirt Arboretum Along with first-class accommodation, The Catherine Wheel is known for its real ales and wholesome food freshly prepared by the highly regarded kitchen team using local produce. Bookings are now being taken for Christmas, with a festive menu available.

23 Vineyards, Bath BA1 5NA 01225 425072; www.star-inn-bath.co.uk

The High Street, Marshfield, SN14 8LR 01225 892220; www.thecatherinewheel.co.uk

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 59

SPONSORED CONTENT

GOOD FACIAL AESTHETICS… Should not be noticeable, says Dr Lucy Middlefell of DR LUCY FACIAL AESTHETICS

ver looked in the mirror and thought – ‘I look tired!’? It’s often a side effect of being incredibly busy and not having time to take care of ourselves. We live crazy lives and most of us don’t have time to dedicate to looking after ourselves properly. This is where Dr Lucy can help. She uses various products from wrinkle relaxing and dermal fillers to injectable moisturisers and amazing skin care solutions from Obagi to help you look well-rested and your absolute best, regardless of time constraints. Wrinkle relaxing treatments are the fastest way to make sure you look well-rested. You can start in your 30s and use it as a wrinkle preventative measure, or later and use it to relax the wrinkles so they look less prominent. It is incredibly beneficial whenever you choose to start. Dermal fillers are not just for the Kardashians. Used correctly, they can restore lost volume from the face and look completely natural. As we age, our tissues deplete so we don’t have the scaffolding that we do when we’re younger. To put it bluntly – everything starts to sag/drop. Dr Lucy

only ever uses filler to restore what was once there. Treatments range from cheek filler, jawline filler, ‘smoker’s lines’ filler, chin filler and so on. Her work is subtle and unless you have discussed otherwise, nobody will know you’ve had any treatment – you will just look well and fresher. Less is always more. Profhilo – known as ‘the injectable moisturiser’, this is a hyaluronic acid treatment which is injected into the skin to subtly plump and give a glow to your skin. Obagi – the medical Obagi skin range is prescription-only and for this reason stands apart from all other skincare systems on the market. They have an incredible anti-ageing range as well as systems to treat acne, rosacea and many other conditions. HydraFacial – a medical facial which can tackle a number of skin issues from pigmentation to acne. Good skin is both anti-ageing and a sign of health and vitality that should not be underestimated. n

Multi-award-winning family-run spa offering affordable luxury treatments including massage, facials, scrubs, pregnancy treatments and natural beauty experiences. 01225 309 356 | book@vitalitydayspa.co.uk www.vitalitydayspa.co.uk

10 Rossiter Road, Widcombe, Bath BA2 4JP Tel: 07887 514154; Email: info@doctorlucy.co.uk www.doctorlucy.co.uk

BEAUTY LEFT: Sarah felt her skin was looking a little tired and dull…

RIGHT: …but there were

positive results after just 48 hours

etting straig t to t e point wit injectables By Sarah Baker

njectables ilst not indulging ave also always been open minded and kept t at door wide enoug open to peak t roug w ilst admiring friends and colleagues w o ave uietly ad t e occasional minor procedure o w en T rapie linic brand new to t e out gate s opping area got in touc to o er a treatment being tweakment curious up went my and albeit tentatively T ere isn’t muc T rapie linic don’t o er laser air removal treatments body sculpting cosmetic injections botox anti wrinkle injections dermal fillers lip fillers and Profhilo® t e first injectable yaluronic acid based product for treating skin laxity t’s t is ’m interested in t’s a ydrator rat er t an a filler designed for treating tired dull skin Tired dull skin being a pretty accurate description of t is year old T e consultation process is very compre ensive for all t eir treatments and starts with a consultation to determine what treatments mig t be rig t for you and your skin or your body T is is no sales trick T e team believe t e bedrock of T rapie’s rapid growt currently clinics across t e and counting is t roug t eir exemplary customer service elping people reac appy

treatment outcomes ac ieved by a diligent and t oroug look at ealt istories product usage worries and desired objectives T rapie also say t ey use t e very best injectables t e latest industry knowledge and know ow and t e very best practitioners y consultation was wit Tere a a clear advocate of t e treatments but also very knowledgeable about t e provenance of t e injectables and t e advantages and disadvantages of t em too I think my caution was well received and we selected t e Profhilo® treatment between us T is made sense to me being t at yaluronic acid is a product t at already used and that I knew suited my desires to plump up my skin and reverse t e pull of t e dreaded jowl t’s also reassuring to know Profhilo® was awarded Aesthetics Award for roduct nnovation of t e ear and can also be used on ands and t e neck e decided upon rof ilo® Face egeneration t e two course treatment being exactly four weeks apart and costing T e following week ’m back to start and meet anine t e aest etics nurse anine was once

an A&E nurse and that is the kind of aesthetic nurse you’d want, a trusted clinician, unfazed by my apping wit a good bedside manner but also well e uipped to deal wit any scenario ad eig t injections to my c eeks jowl and c in after a numbing cream ad been applied to my face id it urt ot really at worst it stung and it stung mostly around my c in but totally bearable T e injections leave small lumps and was a bit red and blotc y w en left but anine advised an anti istamine to reduce t at and indeed by t e morning my appointment was at pm t ey weren’t visible ven t oug Tere a and anine advised that I needed both courses to see and feel any significant results t ere was most definitely a lig t plumping and smoot ing e ect wit in 8 ours Fast forward then to the second course w en even better results were promised On the second treatment we followed t e same process consultation numbing cream eig t uick injections antihistamine, and then race home and wait for the treatment to do its best write t is just two days post treatment and am already t rilled wit t e results really can see a plumper softer c eek di used laug ter lines and dare say less of t e jowl wit more improvements yet to come T e process was personal uick and not at all scary ould do it again lmost definitely n

“I really can see a plumper softer c ee di sed laughter lines”

For more: Thérapie Clinic, SU32, Block E, Southgate Street, Bath; www.therapieclinic.com

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 61

Sleep is good, but how much is the right amount?

SCHOOL GUIDE VICTORIA BOND

Talking clocks

The importance of sleep, and the impact it has on a child’s school day e’ve all given the classic advice to get a good night’s sleep before an important test or exam. We know sleep helps good thinking and overall performance, but its powers extend way beyond the night before a big day. As children and teenagers’ brains go t roug significant growth and development, consistent sleep patterns are vital. One major new study even suggests that regular lack of sleep can have a greater negative impact on kids’ wellbeing than bullying or too much screen time. Since lockdown, there’s an increased understanding that doing well at school is not just

a matter of being academically smart e can’t a ord to ignore any link in the chain between happy brains and positive life outcomes, and sleep is one of the Three Es that are regularly missing in t e profile of students who have fallen behind: exercise, eating well, and early nights. No wonder, then, that the merits of decent kip have gone from mum-knows-best to being timetabled at school. Sleep lessons are now part of the national curriculum for Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) and teachers download PowerPoints to help promote healthy bedtime habits. These include t e benefits of reducing exposure to devices with sleepdisrupting blue light before bed and lots of science-y facts about

BED TIME The recent change of clocks makes this an ideal time to discuss and tweak your child’s bedtime routine. Here are the number of hours sleep recommended for school-age children, according to the NHS: Year R: 11 hours Year 1: 10 hours 45 min Year 2: 10 hours 30 min Year 3: 10 hours 15 min Year 4: 10 hours

Year 5: 9 hours 45 min Year 6: 9 hours 30 min Year 7: 9 hours 15 min Year 8: 9 hours 15 min Years 9–11: 9 hours

why those deeper non-REM hours before midnight are the most restorative. But how much sleep do our naturally bedtime-avoidant o spring really need? And is there anything we can actually do to help them sleep better? Younger primary school age children need 10 to 11 hours of sleep a night, while older ones need around 9.5 hours. Secondary school pupils ideally get no less than 9 hours to be able to function well the following day. The latter can seem steep for nocturnal teens and scientific papers as thick as winter-tog duvets have outlined t e benefits of a later start school time. A lot of the research suggests parent-set bedtimes appear to have the biggest impact on good school sleep. This doesn’t mean forcing them to go to bed at your ideal time, but rather discussing and agreeing a time – and sticking to it. It’s about consistency rather

than perfection. Conditioning their growing brains to wind down at a similar time each night and making sure regular sleep hours are banked is key, even if they are less hours than you’d like. Investing in some ear plugs, an eye mask or a weighted blanket might help them di erentiate time in their bedroom from time to go to bed. Add in positive bedroom boundaries, like removing devices and modelling things on your own good sleep hygiene, and you will be well be on your way to helping them collect the kind of Zzzs that help secure As, Bs and Cs.

“Sleep is one of the vital ‘three Es’ – exercise, eating well, and early nights”

Victoria Bond is founder and CEO of School Guide, an easy-to-use website that helps parents discover exam results, catchment maps and parent reviews for all their local schools. For more: www.schoolguide.co.uk

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 63

SERVICES GUIDE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

airready Property Management

GUIDE to SERVICES in the CITY

• Established, local, fully managed holiday let company • Skilled team managing cleaning, linen, guests comms, crisis management and more • Key guardianship and care for houses that are sitting empty • Full renovation and refurbishment service • Investment property search and revenue forecasts for buyers

Call us on 07906 507228 to find out more www.airready.co.uk

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL THE BATH LIFE TEAM ON 01225 475800 JEWELLERY

HOME CARE

Nigel Dando WE BUY Gold, Silver & Platinum in any form or condition.

Nigel Dando

11 Pulteney Bridge, Bath BA2 4AY Tel/Fax: 01225 464013 www.nigeldando.co.uk

HOLIDAY RENTALS

PET MINDING

PET MINDING IN BATH 75+ luxury properties for lets 2 nights to 5 months Holidays – For business – Friends & family – Temporary accommodation during renovation/relocation Contact: 01225 482 225 | bhr.office@bathholidayrentals.com www.bathholidayrentals.com Offering 4 & 5 star holiday rentals since 2006

Cats, Birds, Rabbits, Fish, Guinea Pigs, Hamsters etc Telephone: 01225 830749 eneale.abing@gmail.com Open on all Bank Holidays NO DOGS

STONE SPECIALISTS

NORTON MASONRY LTD Stonework Specialists & General Builders

8 PICKFORD FIELDS, CHILCOMPTON, RADSTOCK BA3 4XU

Tel: 01761 232906 Mobile: 07901 712232

Email: nortonmasonryltd@hotmail.co.uk

Repairs, Restoration • Alteration of Stone Buildings New Build • Stone Cleaning • Stone Carving • Fireplaces

www.nortonmasonryltd.co.uk Over 30 Years Experience

It’s the city’s business

BATHWORKS THIS ISSUE >>>>BIZ CLUB TCN’S RICHARD PEARCE (67) BIZ Q&A DOMINIC BOURQUIN (69) >>AWARDS ASPIRE TO MOVE (71)

Bath City Farm has launched a crowdfunding campaign for expansion

Bet the farm

Bath City Farm has kicked off a five-week fundraising drive at ity arm as launc ed a five week crowdfunding campaign to raise 0 000 T e farm in iteway is a local attraction t at also provides targeted t erapeutic work for participants in its ealt and well being programmes emand for its services as grown ig er since t e pandemic and it needs to raise money to cover rising costs and keep growing t is vital t at we raise t is 0 000 to care for our animals and maintain t e arm site over t e next year says director rendan Tate istreic T e money will cover vet bills animal food bedding and s elter as well as rising energy costs and funding t e sta w o make t is place possible ur beautiful site attracts around 000 people eac year and t ey can visit t e arm free of c arge wit no admission fee our support makes t is possible T e farm is a free resource for many low income families in at

to spend a day out wit c ildren interreact wit animals and access green space t’s also a vital service provider to vulnerable and socially excluded communities w o come to t e arm’s well being sessions to rebuild a ealt y lifestyle and reconnect T e services are growing too following t e recent launc of oots to ork w ic provides work experience opportunities for people w o need extra support to enter t e job market and a programme for young people w o re uire an alternative to mainstream education rendan says T is is a toug time for c arities and many ot ers but we ask for t ose t at can to reac into your pockets and elp us t roug t is c allenging time so t at we can continue to be able to support t ose most a ected by t e current crises and keep t is beautiful place open for t ose from at and beyond f you’ve not visited recently you really s ould To learn more about t e growing o ering of at ity arm turn to page 80 For more: www.crowdfunder.co.uk, and search for Bath City Farm

MEDIACLASH.CO.UK www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 115 65

BATHWORKS

Matt McCabe, Ian Blenkham, Sarah Warren and Alfie Marsh

CaliUnity hosts weekly meetups for training

HEAVYWEIGHTS

T e ali nity community now as its own gym to call ome T e fitness programme from Kiera Williams and Ollie Chick began three years ago, with the pair organising meet-ups to train in local parks, before moving on to o ering t eir bodyweig t training and calist enics in local at gyms including FLY Fitness, TONIQ and Team Bath – and, now, at their very own place. T e ali nity met od as t ree pillars of focus fitness using bodyweig t training and calisthenics, a type of exercise that emphasises using very little equipment; sustainable nutrition; and accountability, in the form of solid structures to ensure members attend sessions regularly. The CaliUnity gym at Ferry Court will host a range of classes, in addition to weekly meet-ups where members can train together in an open gym session. For more: Instagram @caliunity

OFF YOU SCOOT The West of England’s e-scooter trial has been extended

to cover the University of Bath’s Claverton Down campus. The e-scooters have replaced approximately 90,000 car journeys since being introduced, and can be hired by anyone aged over 18 with a provisional or full UK driving licence between 6am and 10pm. “I am delighted our successful e-scooter trial is being extended to incorporate the University of Bath. With over 3,500 employees and nearly 20,000 students, the university is one of our area’s largest organisations,” says councillor Sarah Warren, deputy leader and cabinet member for climate and sustainable travel. “The e-scooters will give people more choice on how they travel, especially for short journeys in and around Bath. They’re a great alternative to using private cars, yet still enable you to quickly and easily move from A to B. They’re one of a number of sustainable travel measures we’re supporting to help tackle congestion, reduce carbon emissions and improve air quality, in line with the council’s journey to net zero priorities.” For more: www.bathnes.gov.uk

There are six months remaining until the 2023 Bath Life Awards, on 23 March at a new venue, Bath Pavilion. It’s time to start thinking nominations. What has happened that has made your business shine this year? Perhaps you’ve launched something new and innovative, overcome a challenging time or made new e orts to engage wit t e local community, whether that’s through charity work or the organisation of local events. The wards o er a diverse selection of categories from t e sector specific to special sections like the New Business, Civic, Sustainability and Platinum Awards. If there’s one thing we know for sure, the next few mont s will y by so to put your best foot forward for the Bath Life Awards 2023 start now wit a simple re ection ow as my business succeeded this year? For more: www.bathlifeawards.co.uk

66 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS

There’s still time to join in with the Bath Life Awards

Toby Eliot of Just Shutters

PULL BACK THE SHUTTERS

Just Shutters now has a Bath franchise. The specialist company for curtains, blinds and shutters is especially well known for its extensive range of plantation shutters and signature ranges. Director for Bath, and shutter specialist, Toby Eliot says, “I am really delig ted to be able to o er top uality products with a lifetime guarantee. What inspires me is knowing that I will be providing beautiful, bespoke shutters, expertly installed.” www.justshutters.co.uk

STAND OUTS

Law firms ogers rewett and tone King have announced their best ever number of lawyers featured in the Legal 500 2023 Guide, which ranks the most cutting edge and innovative legal teams in over 100 jurisdictions. This independent guide analyses the legal sector by regions, with results based on feedback from over 300,000 clients worldwide submissions from law firms interviews with leading private practice lawyers, and the work of researchers with experience of the sector. www.mogersdrewett.com

IN THE NET

New Zealand star Ali Wilshier will join Team Bath Netball as part of the 0 uper League s uad nown as the Southern Steel ‘pocket rocket’ in t e artners ip for er finesse and speed, she completes the new-look lue old s uad put toget er by head coach Asha Francis ahead of the upcoming 2023 campaign. “I can’t wait to get over to Bath and get stuck in,” says Ali. “This opportunity wasn’t something I was expecting, but when Team Bath got in touch I was very open to the challenge. I’m really excited to try something new, learn new t ings and experience a di erent type of netball in a place where not many people know me. It’s going to be really refreshing for me.” www.teambath.com

MOVERS AND SHAKERS ETC TCN founder and director Richard Pearce

THE BUILD UP

Richard Pearce, founder and director of TCN, joins us for the latest Bath Life Business Club

ince 2006, TCN has been regenerating unloved buildings into vibrant business communities T ey own and operate o ce spaces all over the country, with the latest, Newark Works at Bath Quays, opening this month. Founder and director of TCN, Richard Pearce, joined us for the recent Bath Life Business Club lunch at the Royal Crescent Hotel and Spa to tell us more about the project.

What is Newark Works?

ased just o Lower ristol oad it’s one campus of 0 000 s uare foot w ic can accommodate 0 70 businesses – or about 700-800 people. We want to create a buzzing, collaborative community of businesses, but where companies also have their own space e’re not a serviced o ce w ere you come for a month and then disappear – we’re building a community that’s long-term. Can members of the public use the space?

efinitely e ave built a new bridge to link up Lower Bristol Road to the river walkway so you can walk and cycle right through the campus. And we’ve got a bakery and café to be operated by a local and regional company that will be announced soon. How do you hope this will impact Bath?

It’ll create a critical mass of businesses around one area, which becomes the central business district. TCN operates one part, and Bath and North East Somerset Council have the other. The space helps keep businesses in this eco-system, so we don’t get another promising company that disappears to ristol because t ey can’t find o ces in at t at has been the problem so far. Can you explain the relationship between TCN and BANES?

e call it a joint venture but e ectively we boug t a very long lease. That means it’s ours and we can do what we like to it – within reason. The criteria is that we have to let out space to at least 20 businesses,

so we couldn’t just let it out to one company and t en walk away e’ve got 0 000 s uare foot in our building, and the Council has built another 40,000 s uare feet for t emselves How can Bath reimagine itself as a city for business?

When we started having conversations about Newark, it didn’t matter whether it was football, rugby or business ristol were fiercely proud and at were fiercely proud and it was entrenc ed but the actual competition is Amsterdam, Berlin, New ork Los ngeles anc ester T is we are way better than Bristol’ is very parochial. We’re having this argument, while everyone else is going on and competing on the world stage. Are we making progress?

The hardest thing to do is create a global brand – Bath already has that. 98 per cent of the hard work has been done by all our predecessors, so now the gift is there, we just have to slightly reposition our image so people think of the beautiful place and of the business scene. Where do you see Newark in 10 years’ time?

What I’m interested in at the moment is how we can create a network of the awesome people that work from our sites all over the country. We haven’t got many we’re in specific areas t at suit T ’s vision So, it’s looking at how can the 700 people in Nework Works interact with the 700 people in Bristol, and the 1,000 people in Norwich. Looking at the whole TCN network t ere are about 00 people using our buildings every day – how can we make that useful for everyone? We see that as the really exciting bit. The Bath Life Business Club is a regular networking lunch eat ring a ive interview wit a prominent g re in t e oca Bath Business Community. The next one is coming up on 12 December with Richard Cherry from Stonewood Group. Check out social media @bathlifemag for tickets. For more: www.newarkworks.co.uk

www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 67

• Roof Replacement • Detailed Lead Work • Repairs • Flat roofing • UPVC Fascias and soffits

01225 251458 | 07540 700908 JACKSON-DIXROOFING@OUTLOOK.COM

• Domestic and commercial roofing specialists • Covering Bath, Bristol and the South West • Trading since 1985 Tel: 01225 421499 Email: mail@youngsroofing.co.uk www.youngsroofingbath.co.uk Braysdown Lodge, Woodborough, Peasedown St John, Bath BA2 8LN

BATHWORKS

“THIS ISN’T THE FIRST TIME WE’VE BEEN THROUGH CHALLENGING TIMES”

BIZ Q&A

Dominic Bourquin

The Monahans partner on corporate finance, HMRC investigations and how he’s helping businesses navigate the cost-of-living crisis

onahans is a leading accountancy and business advisory firm o ering a wide range of services t at elp businesses of all s apes and si es ac ieve t eir ambitions ominic our uin s ares more about t e firm’s complex work What do you do at Monahans? lead t e Tax onsultancy and orporate inance team constructing the best solutions for clients’ tax issues amid our increasingly complex and sometimes ostile tax environment also elp clients w o want to pursue a di erent strategic direction per aps ac uiring or selling a business How did you get into this line of work? studied a law degree and part of t is was tax law w ic really

enjoyed make of t at w at you will ualified as a artered ccountant wit w specialising in t e corporate tax field and t en put t is experience to use in ouse at one of t e world’s largest media and advertising companies before joining ona ans in 008 What sort of clients do you deal with in corporate finance? specialise in owner managed business tax and key to my role t erefore is knowing my clients’ a airs well enoug to elp t em w en t ey are facing a crossroads in terms of t e future strategic direction of t eir business and need guidance wit t e associated structuring and tax issues What are some of the common problems people are experiencing right now? ncertainty of cas ow is causing many businesses di culties because

it’s t en ard to put measures in place to prevent any pinc points even if you ave good visibility of w en t ey mig t arise How can businesses tackle that uncertainty? aving good data about ow your business is performing is key to making informed decisions w ile sta retention s ould be also be ig on every businesses’ lists of priorities The HMRC are conducting more tax investigations, we hear. Can you tell us more? T e government paid out uge sums of money to support businesses t roug t e oronavirus ob etention c eme furloug and it resulted in a rise in fraudulent tax claim cases as t erefore ramped up its tax investigations work and it doesn’t need a reason to c eck your a airs

How are you helping businesses going through this? Undergoing an enquiry can be disruptive intrusive stressful and ultimately expensive so ona ans is o ering a subscription based Tax nvestigation ervice ot only does t e service pay our professional fees in t e event of a c eck on your tax a airs it enables us to provide expert advice and guidance to you every step of t e way Is the cost-of-living crisis impacting your approach to your role and clients? t ona ans t is isn’t t e first time we’ve been t roug c allenging times and we ave t e expertise to elp businesses from large corporations to sole traders stay in control in the coming mont s e were expecting a period of growt and opportunity but wider economic and worldwide political factors ave led to us still being in survival mode o t e advice we are providing to businesses is around t e issues mentioned earlier cas ow data and retaining sta Do you have any words of financial wisdom for businesses navigating turbulent financial times? ow is t e time for businesses to be absolutely sure of t eir financial position t mig t sound obvious but it’s crucial at a time like t is to not run into any unnecessary debt orecasts s ould give you confidence in your business decisions but exibility is also key your projections s ould evolve and adapt as t e climate does For more: Monahans Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers, Lennox House, 3 Pierrepont St, Bath; www.monahans.co.uk www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 69

BATHWORKS

premises, creating two new roles and maintaining our five star customer review rating makes us extremely proud. What’s your secret?

Service is everything to us, but having a fun, rewarding environment to work in, where people live and breathe our ethos and thrive, is important too. We also work hard on giving back to the local community and run charity events/donations every quarter.

Will Maslin, Caroline Baxter, James Butter and Rachel Catlin

BATH LIFE AWARDS 2022 Caroline Baxter and Will Maslin, directors of Aspire to Move, spill the secrets on how they won a Bath Life Award two years in a row

PROPERTY WINNER SPONSORED BY

spire to Move is the independent letting agent located in Bath that prides itself on o ering service excellence, while also giving back to the community.

So, how did it feel to win your second Bath Life Award?

Well, what can we say…? Surprised, overwhelmed and excited would sum up the feeling. We have worked so hard as a new business of just over two years old, so to be recognised for all that makes it feel worthwhile.

HEADLINE

eople make t e di erence for us e ave a wonderful working environment and we laugh every day while delivering service excellence. Being a caring company that gives back to the community makes it a rewarding place to work; t e sta are proud of t e brand and w at we do What’s the best part about working in Bath and being part of the local business community?

Any moments from the night you can share?

BATH PROPERTY AWARDS

What do you really love about running Aspire to Move?

Always one of the highlights in our social calendar, the Awards did not disappoint. We loved being involved, meeting Bath’s best businesses and the whole feel of the evening. We loved being able to take our whole team to the event too, and winning was just the cherry on top for us. Where do you keep your Award?

It is proudly displayed in the stunning curved window of our aville ow o ce Talk to us about 2022. Why do you think you won again?

e ave ad an outstanding first two years and the business has grown from strength to strength – much faster than we actually anticipated. To open our doors just before a global pandemic, thrive as a business and achieve exceptional growth certainly assisted. However, moving to larger

SPONSORED CONTENT

FOR THE HOME Our local businesses are poised and ready to help with all your home needs for Autumn

ASPECT WINDOW STYLING

Inspiration for windows. Based in the heart of Bath, Aspect Window Styling are suppliers of top quality shutters, blinds of all types, curtains, poles, and awnings. Visit their showroom for inspiration and advice from expert sta on ow to transform your windows into something gorgeous. Full design, measuring and fitting service Tel: 01225 469559

WOOLF INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN create unique, client-focused contemporary

MENDIP FIREPLACES BATH

www.aspectwindowstyling.co.uk

and traditional interiors, valued for their individual, beautifully tailored characterful design. With 25 years of expertise delivering space planning, detailed design, procurement, art curation and project management. An award-winning practice with studios in Bath & London, WOOLF are accredited designers of historic, period, listed houses and hotels. Tel 01225 445670; woolfinterior.com

at ’s leading fireplace wood burner gas fire c imney and ue specialist rom classic to contemporary concept to completion, their team of experts can work with you to achieve your perfect interior. Brands include Chesney’s, arbas elfires wam tuv and etmaster et in touc or visit the showroom. Mendip Fireplaces, Monkton Combe, at in o@mendip rep aces at co Tel: 01225 722706; www.mendipfireplacesbath.co.uk

NEXUS OF BATH

VIRTUOSO FLOORING

JENNIFER MOSSE DESIGN STUDIO

BATH KITCHEN COMPANY

SCHMIDT BATH

is a Bath based family business specialising in painting and decorating, plastering, tiling, sash window restoration and other property restoration. Nexus have built a reputation for the highest standards of workmanship with experience across a range of projects from listed buildings through to new builds, with a complete commitment to customer service and health and safety Tel: 01225 300414; www.nexusofbath.co.uk

CLAIR STRONG INTERIOR DESIGN

Clair Strong Interior Design is a boutique, creative company based in Bath, providing a wide range of services for bot residential and commercial clients er portfolio of projects includes the design, project coordination and sourcing for some of Bath’s most beautiful residences, as well as otels sports clubs o ces and ot er commercial venues. Contact Clair on 07855 797311 or 01225 426905; www.clairstrong.co.uk

ering stylis innovative ooring solutions to meet the needs of the savvy Bath homeowner. Virtuoso employ t e largest team of experienced fitters in at Their dedicated team are ready to turn your dream oor into a reality all now for a free consultation or visit their new show room on Moorland Road. To en ire emai in o@virt osoflooring co or ca 01225 972715; www.virtuosoflooring.co.uk

Based in the heart of Bath and specialising in bespoke, handmade kitchens, Bath Kitchen Company become personally invested in every kitchen they design and build. It’s about attention to detail at every stage – creating a beautiful space that enhances the way you live. ort arade i dings at Tel: 01225 312003 www.bathkitchencompany.co.uk

A bespoke, tailor-made, client-focused interior design consultancy service based in Bath. Specialising in residential interior design and providing a truly personal service adapted to eac client’s needs ennifer’s uni ue style blends seamlessly between period and contemporary homes. The aim is simple – to create spaces that bring joy, re ecting er clients’ lifestyles and personalities Tel: 07738289189; www.jennifermosse.com

Providing bespoke kitchens and made-to-measure interiors across the Bath area for more than 35 years, c midt at o ers luxury solutions for t e ome at a ordable prices it a dedicated in ouse fitting team your project will be completed to the highest standards. Visit their showroom to see the latest ranges and more of w at t ey can o er 1 Park Road, Bath BA1 3EE; Tel: 01225 337276; www.schmidt-bath.com www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 89

BATH LIVES

“My own prize possession is my grandpa’s war and police medals” rehearsed and performed there for three months. It is an amazing country and culture – I absolutely loved living there. I made my film debut playing a mercenary in the epic movie Sheena, Queen of the Jungle.

JONNY GOULD The charity auctioneer talks Kenya, Catchphrase, and the mobile phone number worth £1million Jonny Gould, also known as Jonathan Michael, JG, Gouldie, and Stillhair, describes himself as a ‘media tart’. His self-penned CV includes “failed actor and TV presenter of shows nobody watches, at times when no one is awake on channels that no longer exist.” His work includes 12-years as the presenter of Channel 5’s baseball show Beyond Baseball; launching Sky Sports’s Sky Poker show; 50 cricket shows for ESPN; and he is currently the voice over for ITV’s Catchphrase. For the last 25 years he’s also been a charity auctioneer, helping raise money for the likes of CRUK, the NSPCC, and the Prince’s Trust. This year alone his charity auction total stands at £30million. I was born in Nairobi, Kenya and lived a life of constant sunshine, constant play, and

90 I BATH LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

constant fun. My dad was a doctor and my mum worked in the administration side of the medical industry. Our life in Kenya was very sociable and I had the perfect childhood. In 1970 we moved back to England, supposedly for two years only. The day we all found

out we were not going back to Kenya remains one of the saddest days of my life e returned to live in Chichester, which is a nice place, but we all hated it just because it wasn’t Kenya. I was beaten an awful lot at school (in the days when that was allowed), but I was never

suspended or expelled. I also had a lot of success on t e sports fields and as an actor/performer and somehow ended up as the Head of School at Epsom College.

I played the lead in a production of Macbeth in Japan in 1989. e lived

It was as a sort of female version of Tarzan with Tanya Roberts of James Bond fame in the lead role. Time Out described it as T e worst film in cinematography history.” I turned to TV presenting in 1994, and was on TV for 22 years. Though I never really

made it big, I loved those times and consider myself very blessed to have had so many years working in the industry. My favourite presenting moment was broadcasting live for Channel 5 from the US for the 2006 All Star Game in Pittsburgh. I loved the challenge,

the pressure, the technical hitches and I valued the relationship we built with our fan-base over the 12 years we were on air. I started charity auctioneering in 1997. In my time I have

auctioned o t e most expensive cricket bat ever sold (£100,000 for the bat MS Dhoni used to hit the winning six in the Cricket orld up inal in 0 t e most expensive mobile phone number ever sold at million and t e t ird most expensive number plate ever sold in ubai for million

I also MC dinners as well as host awards nights, and have

been lucky to work for such legends as Sir Ian Botham OBE, Sir Andrew Strauss, Ronan Keating, Sir Steve Redgrave and Sir David Frost. Lockdown was brutal for me workwise, so I decided to try and learn a new skill. Radio

Bath presenter Paul Mallon suggested I try the radio trade and I love it. Not least because all the people at Radio Bath are just delightful. It is truly a labour of love that I hope to progress in one day. It is particularly enjoyable as I get to co-present the show with my partner Louise, who until now had zero broadcasting experience, and it turns out she’s a natural. My own prize possession is my grandpa’s war and police medals. He had lied about

is age to fig t in orld ar and fought in the Battle of the Somme for two and a half years. He was promoted to major in orld ar and posted to Italy for two years. In between wars, he became a policeman eventually rising to the role of head of police in South London.

I live in Circus Mews in the centre of the city, and Bath

is the only place outside of Kenya that I have ever considered my home. I am also a huge Bath Rugby fan and – despite recent failures – I love being a Blue, Black and ite fait ful n For more: Jonny can be contacted about freelance work via email jonnymgould@btinternet.com