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Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 2h

Find out what's been happening across the district this week: mailchi.mp/bathnes/econnect...

Sign up for e-connect to get weekly news and helpful information: newsroom.bathnes.gov.uk/eco...

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 2m

We've reinstalled equipment at Sydney Gardens play area today after finishing off the new surfacing.
Swing by one of our parks for some autumn fun🍂
www.bathnes.gov.uk/find-par...

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 35m

It’s Cycle to School Week! 🚲

Pledge to swap the school run for pedal power: www.bikeability.org.uk/cycl...

📷 Chandag School pupils in a Bikeability training session this week, learning practical skills and becoming confident to make safe journeys.

More info www.bathnes.gov.uk/bikeabil...

Children taking part in a Bikeability session.

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 1h

Looking to improve the energy efficiency of your property?

Retrofit West offers a free retrofit plan builder tool: retrofit-west-advice.planbu...

And an advice line: call 0800 038 6733 or email [email protected].

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 1h

Communities across Bath & North East Somerset are being encouraged to find out more about being ready for emergencies such as flooding, severe weather, power cuts or issues on the roads.

Find out more on our newsroom: newsroom.bathnes.gov.uk/new...

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 2h

Find out what's been happening across the district this week: mailchi.mp/bathnes/econnect...

Sign up for e-connect to get weekly news and helpful information: newsroom.bathnes.gov.uk/eco...

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 3h

We’ve made improvements to Waterfall Path in Chew Stoke, a popular trail that can get very muddy during wet weather. The path has been levelled, surfaced and widened to improve accessibility.

See the difference!

Watch how our inspectors monitor PROW:
youtu.be/7K1W1JUyOX8?si=Qm-...

Waterfall Path near Chew Stoke after improvement works.

Waterfall Path near Chew Stoke before improvement works.

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 3h

Smokers can get support to quit smoking this Stoptober with free premium features of the Smoke Free app, free vape starter kits and free friendly support from the local stop smoking service.

More on our newsroom: newsroom.bathnes.gov.uk/new...

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Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 4h

Drop in and share your views about Bath's local services with the council and our partners at our Community Conversation at the 3SG Volunteer Fair:
📅Tomorrow 17 Oct, 11am to 3pm, at the Apex Hotel, James St West, Bath.
www.bathnes.gov.uk/bath-com...

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 4h

A few minutes could make a big difference!
Applying for NHS Healthy Start is quick and easy—it takes as little as five minutes! If you’re eligible, you could get help with the cost of healthy food and milk. Check now: 👉 www.healthystart.nhs.uk

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 6h

B&NES homeowners are eligible for a 70% discount on an energy efficiency assessment with Retrofit West.
Take advantage of expert advice for a fraction of the cost. Don't miss out, find out more & claim your discount. www.retrofitwestadvice.co.u...
#EnergyEfficiency #RetrofitWest

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 7h

Become a foster carer and join our next mockingbird constellation to shape a family unit of carers and children in care to all support one another, alongside the supported offered by B&NES. Find out more here: fostering.bathnes.gov.uk.

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 8h

Join Cool Ventures at Rockaway Park on 15 October, 10am to 12pm for a co-working space to connect, learn and grow. Meet freelancers and business owners, enjoy peer chats, and access fully funded support.

Sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/co-w...

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Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 10h

Donna, who works at the RUH, quit smoking using the Swap to Stop programme.

“Take it one day at a time and buy yourself a treat with the money you have saved - you’ve earned it.”

To sign up to Swap to Stop, freephone 0300 247 0050 or email [email protected].

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Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 23h

Own a listed building?

8 short videos from Green Heritage Homes on how you can make your listed building more efficient while protecting heritage value.

Watch the videos here: www.bwce.homeenergy.coop/gr...

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 1d

A Home Energy Efficiency Plan (HEEP) helps you understand how you could reduce your household energy consumption and save money on your bills.

Save 70% off a HEEP assessment of your home with a Retrofit West voucher.

More information: www.retrofitwest.co.uk/vouc...

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 1d

Three communities: St Catherine’s and Batheaston, Twerton and Whiteway, and Radstock and Westfield will take part in a project exploring the potential for community-owned small-scale renewable energy projects in their area.

Read the full story: newsroom.bathnes.gov.uk/new...

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Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 1d

Take time this Sober October to consider the long-term impact of alcohol on your health

alcoholchange.org.uk/alcoho...

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Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 1d

See or hear something wrong? Don't stay silent - stand up against hate.

Report hate crimes anonymously to Crimestoppers UK.

Your voice can make a difference.

#WeStandTogether #NationalHCAW.

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Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 1d

🚗🔧 Time for an MOT?
Get fast, reliable service at the B&NES MOT Centre in Keynsham
✅ Competitive pricing
✅ Easy online booking
✅ Trusted local team
📍 Book now: www.bathnes.gov.uk/parking-...

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 1d

Family Link care is providing short breaks for children with disabilities. As it’s not full time, you are still able to work if you’d like to. Find out more information by visiting our website fostering.bathnes.gov.uk, or calling 01225 394949.

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 2d

Take advantage of expert advice for a fraction of the cost. Don't miss out, find out more & claim your discount now.

www.retrofitwestadvice.co.u...

#EnergyEfficiency #RetrofitWest

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 2d

We have launched our decade-long transport strategy for Bath today. Have your say and let us know what you think of our proposals.

More information about the Movement Strategy for Bath here: newsroom.bathnes.gov.uk/new...

➡️ Consultation website: www.banestransport.co.uk

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 2d

B&NES residents interested in having a heat pump assessment of their property for £30 can take part in this free to enter draw.

homeowners.retrofitwest.co....

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 2d

You can view all roadworks on one.network to help you plan journeys ahead of time 👍

You can see works descriptions, dates, diversion routes and more.

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 2d

Join the millions taking one small action to make a big difference.

Be part of Recycle Electric's #GreatCableChallenge and recycle your old cables, giving them a new lease of life.

Find out more about the challenge👉 bit.ly/3XtGOi4